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When you’re crunched for time and need to squeeze in a workout, it’s fair to want to get the most out of your effort. But while there’s been an ongoing debate about the merits of aerobic vs. anaerobic ...

If you’re experiencing joint pain in the knees, the solution might be to walk it off. Aerobic exercise can reduce pain, improve movement and enhance quality of life for patients with knee ...

Aerobic capacity, which is often referred to as VO2 max, is the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use while exercising. VO2 max is an important way to measure your overall fitness and see how ...

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Like an international spy, aerobic capacity goes under various aliases. You may have also heard it referred to as aerobic fitness or cardiovascular endurance. It’s all the same thing: the body’s ...

Step aerobics is a classic cardio workout. It has lasted for decades for a simple reason: it delivers results. The "step" is a 4-inch to 12-inch raised platform. You step up, around, and down from the ...

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A doctor has shared a surprising reason why you might want to wear socks to bed. Despite the common belief that our feet should breathe while we sleep, one medical professional has revealed that ...

Regular aerobic exercise could significantly reduce disease markers associated with Alzheimer's, new research has found. The findings provide new hope in the battle against this devastating disorder.