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Official recommendations vs. your goals.

Cardio is more than just running laps or hopping on a bike. It's any movement that gets your heart pumping, your body sweating and your energy levels soaring. Whether you're chasing a weight loss goal ...

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Many people new to fitness or experiencing prolonged absences wonder how often they should work out as beginners and what exercises to do. The reps and sets for each exercise, rest periods in between ...

Cardio is more than just running laps or hopping on a bike. It's any movement that gets your heart pumping, your body sweating and your energy levels soaring. Whether you're chasing a weight loss goal ...

All of these movements reduce sedentary time, are gentle on joints, have a low barrier to entry, are sustainable for many people, and would probably improve your mood. Soft cardio has it's place, but ...

That daily five-mile run might be your mental sanctuary and the cornerstone of your fitness routine, but it could also be secretly undermining your health goals. While we’ve had “cardio is king” ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Cardio and weights are ...