High-intensity interval training involves performing an all-out, exhaustive physical effort for a short time followed by a short, sometimes active, recovery. Intervals of aerobic HIIT have been shown to increase VO2max compared to continuous aerobic training, even though HIIT workouts take less time to complete. Furthermore, a 2013 Journal of Strength and Conditioning study found that four weeks of HIIT rowing […]
Quick … What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you read the word “cardio?” Long, slow runs? Hour-long spin classes? You’re definitely not alone in thinking about those, but I’m here to tell you that cardio doesn’t have to mean running on that miserable hamster wheel we call a treadmill. Your girl here […]
WEIGHT LIFTING, also known as resistance training, has been practiced for centuries as a way of building muscular strength. Research shows that resistance training, whether done via bodyweight, resistance bands or machines, dumbbells or free weights, not only helps us build strength, but also improves muscle size and can help counteract age-related muscle loss. More recently it’s become popular among those looking […]
Aerobic exercise increases your stamina As your body becomes more efficient at moving oxygen into the blood where it can be used by the muscles, you’ll feel more energetic, as this efficiency means you use less energy Helps control blood pressure Helps regulate blood sugar Can lower your cholesterol, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease […]
There is a common belief within the industry of high-performance sport that sports science is relatively new. Well, what if I told you that the origins of sports science can be traced back to ancient Greece where noted physicians Herodicus (5th century BC), Hippocrates (460-370 BC) and Galen (129-210 AD) investigated how exercise could make athletes […]
Obese people who engaged in resistance training were more likely to see reductions in a type of heart fat that has been linked to cardiovascular disease, a new study finds. In the small study, researchers determined that a certain type of heart fat, pericardial adipose tissue, was reduced in patients who did weight lifting, but […]
Whether you’re a novice taking the first steps toward fitness or an exercise fanatic hoping to optimize your results, a well-rounded fitness training program is essential. Include these five elements to create a balanced routine. Aerobic fitness Aerobic activity, also known as cardio or endurance activity, is the cornerstone of most fitness training programs. Aerobic […]
In their study, the researchers evaluated both surgical masks and cloth masks since those are commonly available to the general public. These were compared to wearing no mask at all. Fourteen young, healthy adults (seven men and seven women) took part in the study. Each study participant completed a cycle ergometry test (riding a stationary bike) […]
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