1 of 5 / Overview
View AllExercise and Weight Loss
How to start working out if you want to achieve specific weight loss goals.
How Exercise Boosts Your Metabolism
Your next workout could set you up with a speedier metabolism.
Your Guide to Getting Started
Use these simple how-tos to start your personalized fitness plan.
Exercises for a Healthy Heart
Even taking a brisk walk for 30 minutes a day can make a big difference when it comes to exercising your heart muscle.
2 of 5 / Tips for Success
View AllNo Gym? Exercise at Home
Use these tips to set up your at-home exercise routine.
Take Your Workout to the Next Level
The best way to keep building muscle mass or burn calories is to make it a habit to switch up your workout.
Set Smarter Health Goals
Wouldn't it be nice if you knew exactly what to do to lose weight successfully? What you need is a fitness tracker and a smart goal.
Should You Get a Fitness Tracker?
What these devices do and how to pick the right one for you.
3 of 5 / Get Lean
View AllWhat to Know: Heart Rate for Fat-Burning Vs. Cardio
If you’re working out for weight loss, you’ll want to work out at a higher intensity. That will help you burn more calories.
What Is Metabolic Conditioning?
Metabolic conditioning, or MetCon, refers to exercises that increase the amount of energy stored and released by the body.
What Are Aerobic Exercises?
Aerobic exercise is cardiovascular exercise, or cardio, that gets your heart pumping.
Health Benefits of Running
Running is one of the best cardio exercises. Running for at least 10 minutes a day can lower cardiovascular disease risk.
4 of 5 / Get Strong
View AllWork Out Your Lats
Lats are the largest muscles in your upper body and the core of any workout routine.
Strengthen Your Triceps
Strengthening your triceps can improve your quality of life while also giving you shapelier arms.
Exercises for Your Chest
Read on to learn some upper body workout exercises that you can do anywhere, anytime.
How to Do a Proper Squat
Squat exercises aren’t just for athletes. You can do them as part of your regular exercise routine.
5 of 5 / Fuel Your Body
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Are You Fit for Your Age? What Really Counts
Learn what it means to be fit, how to get there, and what benchmarks you should use to determine if you’re on track for your age.
Why Sitting Too Much Is Bad for Your Health
Sit all day at the office? You might want to rethink that. Long hours in the chair are bad for your health. WebMD explains why it’s time to get up and stretch your legs.
Best Workouts for Toning Your Body
Find the best workouts in this WebMD slideshow to help tone your arms, legs, belly, glutes, and more.
Dos and Don'ts Images of How to Start Strength Training
Strength training is an excellent way to build your muscles and burn calories. See our gallery of dos and don'ts of how to start a strength training program.
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