Need a quick refresher on the latest research regarding
cardiovascular exercise? Here are three of the most recent,
noteworthy studies. Two vs. One For many members, devoting 30
minutes or more on most days of the week to exercise is a lot to
ask. However, dividing the workout into two smaller bouts may be
more manageable and less intimidating. It might also be more
beneficial. In fact, a recent study in the Journal of Strength
and Conditioning Research found that smaller bouts provide
physiological and potential health benefits comparable to, and
possibly greater than, traditional continuous exercise. The
study examined whether an incremental 12-week intermittent
exercise program, similar to the program proposed in the joint
statement from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that 30
minutes of moderate activity accumulated each day, on most days
of the week, leads to significant health benefits would result
in similar health-related improvem