In a study published in GeroScience, researchers wanted to understand if a combination of strength training and cardio could improve cognitive performance in healthy adults over age 85. The study ...

If you think endless miles on the treadmill are all you need, science says otherwise. A growing body of research shows that strength training delivers fat-burning benefits cardio alone simply can’t ...

If you’re battling a middle-aged belly bulge, you’re certainly not alone. Belly fat becomes more common in men over 40, mainly due to hormonal shifts, such as reduced testosterone and a rise in ...

Before diving into the details, it’s important to remember that strength training and high-intensity cardio are not mutually exclusive, says Maricris Lapaix, CPT, a certified personal trainer at Centr ...

Cardio supports heart health, but strength training is essential for women’s long-term wellbeing, from protecting bone ...

When it comes to working out, some people claim cardio is better for you, while others argue that strength training is. So, which is it? “We have to talk about our heart and our lungs, and we also we ...

When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get your sweat on with a cardio session? Or toward the free weights and strength-training machines to ...

Online and on social media, fitness advice is everywhere with a mix of workout recommendations — some influencers glorify strength exercises like squats and bench presses for building muscle growth ...

You know cardio is supposed to help you drop those pounds (think of all that sweat!), but isn't strength training supposed to help you build muscle (and make your jeans fit so much better)? When you ...

Some guys still believe they need to choose between cardio and lifting for reasons that are not immediately apparent. Some of it is bro science. Some of it is cherry-picked real science that supports ...

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 ...

Strength training is a form of aerobic exercise that has many benefits, including aiding weight loss. Incorporating strength training as part of an exercise routine can help individuals lose weight, ...