Cardio

Photo: Twenty20 Just like couples who play together, stay together…communities who exercise together, improve their wellbeing together. It may not be catchy, but it’s true: There’s a heap of evidence that fitness communities can help members stick to an exercise routine and enhance their fitness level, among other benefits. Major brands …

Photo: Twenty20 Whelp, thanks New Year’s resolutions: The gym is packed AF right now. To avoid the crowds, you may be thinking of taking a little break from the place. Luckily, you don’t need a ton of space to get in a good workout, says Chicago-based certified personal trainer and …

An afternoon of skiing and a night filled with dancing sounds like the perfect way to spend a cold day, right? But is it enough to burn off those heavy winter cocktails and decadent desserts? Chances are you’ve indulged with the best of them this season. Good news is: Fitness …

Photo: Pond5 It’s time to set that New Year’s resolution. And we’re not talking about vowing to drop pounds or get lean (though these ideas might help in those departments, too). When it comes to following through with resolutions, the more specific, the better. So we rounded up seven of …

Photo: Pond5 If you think your gym’s exercise machines don’t look too different than the characters from the latest Transformers movie, you’re not alone. All those levers and cables and pins can have you running for the exit. But before you flip the script in the name of gymtimidation, remember …

Photo: Jay Sullivan, courtesy of City Row You’ve probably heard that the rower provides a killer cardio workout, targeting your entire body in one stroke. You explode off your legs and engage your core as you pull with your arms to complete one cycle — all with little impact on …

Photo Courtesy of Daphnie Yang Imagine two friends running a race with the same height, weight and training under their belt. One effortlessly blazes through the finish line, while the other lags behind, dry heaving by the time they reach the finish line. How is that possible? It’s all got …

Photo: Twenty20 If you’ve ever considered signing up for a 10K race, but the thought of vigorous training turned you off, we have the perfect solution. Our 10-week beginner-friendly training plan makes conquering 6.2 miles super approachable. And that holds true for anyone. Whether you’re lacing up your sneakers after …

The holiday season makes for the perfect time to give back! And what better way to help those in need than doing your own body some good while you’re at it? These charity races, from 5K runs to 500-mile bike rides, will get you up and out while supporting cancer …

Photo: Pond5 Not sure how to work out on a rowing machine without looking like a total fish out of water? It’s easy to make mistakes when using a rower, officially known as an “ergometer,” the first couple of times. But you’d be crazy to avoid the machine altogether out …