When test driving a new fitness tool, it's important to get to know each other before jumping into anything serious. The rowing machine, for example, looks like a one-trick pony — but, if you think ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Almost every gym I’ve ...

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The very best workouts for your metabolism are those that engage big muscles and hit a challenging intensity level. They don't need to take a long time: Short bursts of anaerobic energy (near “full ...

Have you ever noticed how even those seemingly fit, diehard gym-going types are gasping for breath just a few minutes into a workout on a rowing machine? A rowing machine provides such an excellent ...

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