Cardio is a contentious subject. Whatever your stance on the activity, increasing your cardiovascular endurance has far too many benefits to list. “It boosts your mood, helps you sleep better, decreases your blood pressure and cholesterol, and helps you maintain a healthy muscle mass,” said Cedrina Calder, M.D., a board-certified preventive medicine physician, nutritionist, and…

Many people strive for, but frequently find unattainable, a flat stomach as a fitness objective. Women, particularly those who have experienced childbirth, are all too familiar with the challenges of dealing with a “mom pooch.” Maybe your sedentary lifestyle, poor eating habits, or stress have resulted in a stubborn belly bulge. You may have tried…

Not only is a flat stomach aesthetically pleasing, but it also signifies excellent health. According to research, visceral fat—the kind that is stored deep within your abdomen—is especially dangerous because it raises your chance of developing diabetes, heart disease, and even some forms of cancer. It is actually possible to have dangerously high quantities of…