Plus, the surprising benefits of turning the intensity down a notch.

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 ...

HIIT can help improve speed and power, but longer, steadier workouts that you can do regularly, like swimming and rowing, are ...

They’re so easy to incorporate into your week.

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. I just learned that ...

I often hear from people who tell me how hard they are working to get lean and toned, but they just aren't seeing results. Here's the harsh truth: the word "toned" essentially means "muscle," and you ...

You’re at the gym, ready for the perfect workout — do you start with cardio, or do you lift first? A group of fitness experts have weighed in on the best way to order your exercise routine, to help ...

Depending on your fitness level, you can use this to get started or give yourself an easy day. This workout gets the heart pumping and works the entire core system (from hips to shoulders), which is ...

If you want a well-rounded, upper-body workout program that blends strength training, conditioning and cardio training, try the Push-Pull and Core/Cardio Workout. This workout can be done with or ...

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 ...