Olivia Prete

It’s sometimes hard to find time to exercise, but it isn't difficult to squeeze a few minutes of activity into even the busiest schedule. Working out for just 10 minutes is doable for most people. To be effective though, you will need to…

Increase the results of your strength-training working by jogging in between sets. The combination of anaerobic and aerobic exercises provides variety to your routine, increases calorie burning and shortens your overall workout time.…

People who are very fit will have a higher VO2 max than people who are less fit. VO2 max refers to the level at which an individual consumes the highest amount of oxygen during an intensive workout. You can test your VO2 max using a…

The Polar T31 Heart Rate Monitor is a tool for athletes to gauge how hard their heart is working while exercising. Using this information, they can also calculate how many calories they've burned. These devices have 2,500 hours of battery…

In-home dance poles are popular thanks in part to exercise crazes such as strip dancing classes offered at many fitness clubs and gyms. Installing a pole is simple in itself; however, finding the right location in your home is key. Popcorn…

The phrase "treading water" has a negative connotation that implies stagnation or lack of progress. But that's not true with respect to exercise. Treading water takes stamina and is good for the heart, and, as water polo players know, it…

High heart rate is a problem that needs to be fixed because it can lead to bigger health-related issues. The best way to find out if your heart rate is too high is to check your pulse either manually or by using a heart rate monitor. Your…

A mini trampoline provides a low-impact but effective workout that can tone your lower body and help you burn calories to lose weight. Rebounding, as jumping on a mini tramp is called, can be adapted to most workout levels and may be found…

Jump ropes have long been associated with elementary-school recess games or agility training for boxers. A quality jump rope can be as inexpensive as $2 but can allow you to build some extreme cardiovascular endurance. Jump roping…

An article reviewed by Mary L. Gavin MD states that children over the age of 2 should get an average of one hour of daily exercise for good health. Children are spending more time in front of the television and computer than in the past,…