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cardio fitness
A selection of Dr. Lavine's articles on cardio fitness...
Baby steps: how I shaved 15 seconds per mile off my running speed
By increasing my running cadence to 180 steps per minute, I shaved 15 seconds per mile from my running pace. Try it!
Does this supplement solve the exercise paradox?
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Get off the treadmill
Routine repetitive cardiovascular exercise isn't enough to gain all the benefits of being physically active.
Another reason why exercise intensity is more important than duration
A slow, steady workout has lots of benefits, but including intense bursts of heart-pounding exercise adds a further dimension. That's what researchers found when they studied the effect of exercise on memory and cognitive function in older adults.
Cardio conditioning for back pain
Proper exercise is critical to alleviating low back pain and keeping it from coming back. Exercises for core support and spine limbering are well-established modalities in the war on back pain. But what about the specific effects of cardiovascular conditioning on the low back? Can low back pain sufferers help themselves by hitting the treadmill?
Cut your heart health risk 50-70% or more
You don't have to be a health nut to be healthy. On the other hand, you're nuts if you can't find time to exercise - it has a marked effect on your cardiovascular risk.
Get fit in 45 seconds
Want to cut your exercise time short but get improved results? There's a growing consensus that high intensity interval training (HIIT) is effective for building strength and protecting your heart.