walking

We all know how healthy it is for us to walk. With fitness trackers gaining more popularity, a new study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology shows that we may be burning more calories than we think. Over at the Southern Methodist University, researchers looked closely at the most...

We all know that walking is healthy for us. Our bodies are meant to be in motion, so a sedentary lifestyle wrecks our health. Whether you are just starting out, returning from a long hiatus, or already walking, this four-week plan will combine a steady-state and faster-paced walking to help you...

A lot of us just want to get into shape. Maybe we’ve stopped being as active, maybe we don’t have time to eat right, or maybe we just simply don’t have the energy. If you’re looking to lose some fat, a progressive walking plan may be able to combine interval training with the effectiveness of...

Walking on a treadmill sucks. Believe it or not, there's more to walking on a treadmill than just walking. You've probably seen the crazy videos of people flying off their treadmill and doing other stunts — but you rarely see instructions on getting the most out of your treadmill experience...

Ronnie Coleman won eight Mr Olympia titles, but “The King” is now taking on his most important battle as he sets himself the goal of walking unaided once again. And, in a hopeful new update, the 60-year-old has shown how he’s taking to the water to restore his steps when back on dry land...

Aaron Rodgers’ time with the New York Jets likely won’t be remembered as one of the standout chapters of his career. However, one of the most remarkable things we’ve seen from him over the past two seasons is the incredible resilience of the human body. Last season, Rodgers tore his left...

by Chris Shugart Is This Viral Trend Worth Doing? It's a social media trend that works… if you're really, really out of shape. Here's how to modify it you're already taking care of business. About every 10 years, something amazing happens: the younger generations rediscover an old fitness idea...

When lunges are in your workout program, a sense of dread comes over you. No matter the variation, the lack of stability, the testing of balance, and the raising of the heart rate is NOT something that you look forward to. Lunges are like bad-tasting medicines that make you feel better, and this...

The farmer’s carry seems simple, at least watching someone else do it, but when you pick up a heavyweight and start walking, you quickly realize how hard it is. Your shoulders ache, your grip starts slipping, and you begin to realize that you maybe making, what be one of many, farmer carry...

Cardio is important for all health and fitness goals, but not all types of cardio are equal. While there are a dizzying array of cardio options — from walking to rowing to sprinting and more — for you to choose from, the best form of cardio for you depends on your current fitness status, any...

There are benefits to doing cardio on a treadmill, exercise bike, or elliptical, but let’s face facts - these workouts can be mundane and don’t do much else that can help you. If you’re going to commit time to training, then you should be able to see improvements that can translate into other...

There are benefits to doing cardio on a treadmill, exercise bike, or elliptical, but let’s face facts - these workouts can be mundane and don’t do much else that can help you. If you’re going to commit time to training, then you should be able to see improvements that can translate into other...

Any time you begin a new activity like fitness walking, you’re bound to have a ton of questions that need to be answered. From whether or not you need to worry about proper technique to how to stay motivated, here are eight good-to-know tips before you begin: 1 FORM MATTERS Like all other...

Leading a healthy lifestyle isn’t about fad diets and exercise trends, it’s about a commitment to well-being. Walking regularly can have many health benefits beyond dropping a few pounds. When you treat your body well, you’re more likely to make better decisions and curb negative routines. Here...

Imagine you’re overloaded at work, dealing with family drama or in the middle of a major home renovation. It’s times like these when stress eating strikes and, eventually, it can ruin hard-earned weight loss or healthy eating progress. While that sleeve of cookies, jar of peanut butter or bag of...

Whether you’re new to walking or just looking for an easy way to reach your weight-loss goals, you’ve likely heard the advice you should aim for 10,000 steps a day. For most people, this translates to roughly 5 miles (depending on things like height and walking gait). It’s a nice, round number...

There are a few things that are undeniably important for your health: eating a well-balanced diet, drinking a good amount of water, getting quality sleep, and of course, regular movement. A weekly dose of cardio can help with weight loss, as well as yield other science-backed benefits like...

Walking or standing lunges. Is one better than to the other, if so why?

Every bodybuilder has his own method for training legs; however it’s done, it’s never fun. I always say, “If you can leave a gym after a leg workout walking the same way as when you entered, you didn’t do enough.” For great legs, you need to have that mindset and put in the brutal work they...

Fear The Walking Dead Anyone else going to check this out? How many Walking Dead fans out there anxiously awaiting this new series on how it all started?? All of us in the F.I.S.T. household will definitely be tuning in. Premier is August 23 on AMC. Here's some great insight into...