When it comes to running, not all surfaces are created equal. It goes without saying that running is one of the most effective forms of cardio out there. Running is a weight bearing exercise, which means that it both burns fat, and builds muscle effectively. Many people (myself included) consider running to be a goodContinue reading “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Running on Treadmills”
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How Important is it to Balance Strength Training and Cardio?
Life and fitness are all about balance. Most people that go to the gym fall into one of two categories. They either want to gain muscle, or lose weight. People who want to gain muscle tend to fear cardio because they don’t want to lose their gains. People who want to lose weight tend toContinue reading “How Important is it to Balance Strength Training and Cardio?”
Five Indoor Cardio Exercises to Prepare You for the Gym
Do you feel the need to get in shape before you hit the gym? When it comes to the gym, many people have mixed feelings. The gym has long been thought of as a place where only in-shape, physically fit people go, to get more in-shape and physically fit. This actually goes against the wholeContinue reading “Five Indoor Cardio Exercises to Prepare You for the Gym”
Should You Choose the Elliptical Over the Treadmill?
In the battle for the best cardio machine, is the treadmill better than the elliptical? For any regular gym-goer, the debate between the treadmill and elliptical machine is very familiar. Most people tend to go for one or the other, but are always plagued with the question of whether or not the other machine mightContinue reading “Should You Choose the Elliptical Over the Treadmill?”
The Best Cardio Methods for Melting Fat Fast
We all know that cardio melts fat, but all forms of cardio are not created equal. If you ask any random person what their main fitness goal is, chances are they are going to say ‘losing fat’. While its true that diet plays a huge role in shedding pounds, the absolute best way to loseContinue reading “The Best Cardio Methods for Melting Fat Fast”