cardio

Running
Why ‘Illegal’ Super Shoes Aren’t Your Best Choice for Daily Runs
What’s actually going on with that sky-high stack of cushy foam underfoot.
By Jennifer Heimlich

Workouts
A Low Impact, No-Jumping Cardio Workout That’ll Get You Breathless
Challenge your heart without pummeling your joints.
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.

Fitness
The Best Cardio Machines for Every Type of Runner, Rower, and Cyclist
Get your heart rate up right at home.
By Sara Coughlin

Fitness
The Best Trampoline Rebounders for Low-Impact Cardio Workouts at Home
Jump on it.
By Jordan Galloway

Fitness
Love Low-Impact Workouts? Meet the Best Recumbent Exercise Bikes
At-home cardio that won’t piss off your joints.
By Sara Coughlin

Running
Does Running ‘Count’ as a Leg Workout?
Yes, your lower body can feel cooked afterward—but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re building strength.
By Danielle Zickl

Fitness
Fitfluencers Are Loving Mini Steppers—Here's Why You Need One
TikTok got this one right.
By Jessica Kasparian

Fitness
5 Best Ellipticals for Low-Impact Cardio Workouts
Move over, treadmill.
By Sara Coughlin and Jessica Kasparian

Fitness
The Best Exercise Bikes, According to Cycling Experts
Clip in from the comfort of your own home.
By Sara Coughlin

Nutrition
Creatine Is Everywhere. What Do These Supplements Really Do for Your Workouts—and Your Health?
This popular powder may have some legit benefits, but it’s not the miracle some influencers claim.
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 9: Revel in Recovery
And enjoy your last cutback week!
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 2: Time to Run!
Say hello to the start of run intervals.
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 3: Finding Your Groove
Time to build a support system—and a banging playlist or two.
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 7: Welcome to the Run/Walk
This small shift means you’re getting closer and closer to your goal.
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 11: The Practice Run(s)
Take this time to hone in on a game-day routine that works for you.
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 10: Entering the Home Stretch
This week is all about staying the course.
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 1: Let’s Get Started
Your journey to becoming a runner begins here.
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 8: One Giant Step Forward
Get ready for it: This week, you’re running for 10 minutes straight!
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 12: Time to Cruise!
Sorry not sorry—you’re definitely a runner now.
By Cindy Kuzma

Running
Learn to Love Running Program Week 5: Stepping Back to Move Forward
Welcome to your first cutback week!
By Cindy Kuzma