Exercise mistakes are more common than you think, and although some will prevent you from getting a good workout, others can put you at risk for pain or injury. Learn about these common cardio mistakes and share whether you're guilty of committing them. Source: Thinkstock Read more

Indoor cycling studios are taking the fitness scene by storm — popping up in private studios and gyms all over the country as people can't get enough of this intense cardio workout. If you are new to indoor cycling, there are a few basics to know before heading to your first class, but just know that cardio cycling isn't scary! Like yoga, going to class prepared with a few essential items can Read more

When it comes to fitness classes, dance-inspired workouts are my favorite — mostly because I'm having so much fun that I don't feel like I'm exercising. Whether it's sculpting my body into a long, lean, machine, or pouring buckets of sweat as I shake my hips, see my favorite dance-based workouts. Read more

Signing up for a distance race is exciting! But if the length's got you worried, it's good to know that endurance is a skill. Just the act of exercising regularly will help you be able to become stronger and exercise for longer, but there are specific ways you can help your body during vigorous or long-lasting workouts. Here are five tips to help build your endurance! Source: Flickr User Read more

Whether the hot humid weather has made running outside impossible, or you're a gym rat by nature, running on a treadmill is a great way to burn calories, keep your heart healthy, and tone up your lower body. If you want more from your workouts, try these tips the next time you hop on the moving belt. Source: Thinkstock Read more

Interval training is the ultimate fitness mash-up, blending the speeds of both the tortoise and the hare. The benefits of this training are enough to motivate you to pick up your pace. Learn why you should play with your speed. Read more

Kettlebell fans love the heavy round-shaped weights for a reason — kettlebell exercises combine cardio and strength training together for a time-saving calorie burn. The amount of calories you can burn using kettlebells can be amazingly high: a study by the American Council on Exercise found that the average person burns 272 calories in 20 minutes when doing kettlebell exercises. More research Read more

The good news is that there are lots of Winter sports to take advantage of all the snow, but the bad news is that all the cold may force you to move your normal workout routine inside. If you absolutely loathe an indoor workout, try one of these five workouts — you'll think you're deep in the outdoors! Read more

Running: it's one of the most popular forms of cardio around, but there are a few common misconceptions about it that we'd like to dispel. Shedding some light on these myths could help improve your training, shopping for sneakers, and tackling speed work. If running is your game, be sure to enter our Get Fit For 2012 giveaway for a chance to win a year's worth of Asics running shoes. Read more

There are certain spots where fat likes to hang around. For some, extra padding accumulates in the torso, resulting in that lovely layer of softness above the waistline commonly referred to as the muffin top. Keep reading to find out how to help yours disappear. Source: Thinkstock, go2yas Read more