Exercise has many healthy benefits, but it only plays a small role in weight loss. Working out makes up about 5% of the energy we burn in a day, according to research. Keeping our bodies running uses ...

Randal Claytor is an associate professor of kinesiology, nutrition and health at Miami University. When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get ...

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 ...

Cardio and weights are both key components of any fitness program, whether you’re trying to stay healthy, lose weight, or excel in athletic competition. But how do you combine the two? That’s the ...

Should you do cardio after lifting? The debate still rages and exercise scientist Mike Israetel, Ph.D., recently joined the conversation, sharing his insights in a new YouTube video. And no, he's not ...

As the temperature drops, low-impact cardio workouts can be the way to get your steps in and heart rate up from the comfort ...

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our free Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox. It’s common to focus on your favorite form of exercise, but a well-rounded fitness ...

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When exercising, many people will do strength training and cardio, one after the other. But does the order in which you perform them affect your results? The short answer? It depends, TODAY ...

Aerobic exercise and strength training offer unique and complementary benefits for brain health, according to a growing body of research. While each activity alone can support cognitive function, ...

UNLESS YOU HAVE the free time to hit the gym more than once a day, you're likely combining cardio and weight training into one massive workout block. So, which should you do first: cardio or weights?