Many military candidates have issues with the cardio endurance section of fitness tests. Regardless of the branch of service or level of difficulty, timed runs and swims can be some of the more ...

Cardiovascular endurance can positively impact heart, body weight, and mood. It’s also vital for preventing chronic conditions and improving existing health issues. It’s a key component of fitness.

Coming from an athletic history of strength and power has its own "strengths and weaknesses.'' These are apparent when preparing for military training, scoring well on fitness tests and having the ...

The core components of health-related fitness include cardiovascular and muscular endurance, flexibility, and your body’s ratio of fat compared to muscle and bone. It’s well known that being ...

A PS contributor tried Eternal and a 2.5-hour grueling fitness test that pushes you to the max. Here are her takeaways and photos from the experience.

A higher VO2 max translates directly into enhanced physical performance across various activities. This improved oxygen utilization capacity manifests in multiple ways. Athletes with higher VO2 max ...

Adolescent athletes' cardiovascular system may adapt to increased cardiorespiratory fitness by increasing blood pressure, ...

Cameron Yuen, DPT is a physical therapist and strength and conditioning coach. As we age, physical capability becomes crucial for safety and quality of life, and the human body loses physical ...

At 60, 50+ steps in 30 seconds signals elite fitness; under 40 means room to improve. See how to test, track, and boost your score.

The United States Air Force is unveiling changes to its Physical Fitness Assessment and a new fitness program for its Total ...