Cardio High formed a small team to run up all 61 flights of the John Hancock Tower in Boston for the Climb to the Top benefit for the National MS Society. The Climb was well organized with teams hitting the stairs in waves every five minutes. Team Cardio High warmed up[…]
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In our Cardio High gym/lab we have noticed the obvious: Some exercises drive up your heart rate more than others. And when we look at “intense” workouts, like the famed New York Times 7 Minute Workout, we notice that there are quite a few that would not fit our definition[…]
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We’re big fans of walking or hiking – same as walking but usually done with boots and farther out in nature. You don’t sweat much from a walk, but it’s a fantastic addition to a regular exercise regimen. It’s an ideal pace to enjoy the woods, mountains or a city[…]
Read More »We went to the South End of Boston to check out a new gym called Burn Fitness. It was co-founded by Bob Sullivan who is a seasoned vet, having spent 15 years working in the fitness industry. We were interested in visiting a niche gym in a funky neighborhood, and[…]
Read More »Boxing as a sport has faded from pop culture in the United States. There are no figures like Ali or Tyson anymore. But boxing as a way to get a good workout is on the rise. Both men and women agree that punching is a cathartic experience for anyone. Peter[…]
Read More »1. Place one foot on a slider or glider. 2. Slide the foot to the side, straight out or backward up to a 45 degree angle. 3. Bend the knee of the leg that’s not on the slider. This is similar to a squat in that you want to push[…]
Read More »After introducing you to the VO2 max test here (and an easy at-home calculator), we had to see how the pros did it. Your faithful cardio correspondent visited a local gym called VO2 Max Fitness to see how the test actually works. The test involved placing a plastic mask over[…]
Read More »We love the box jump at Cardio High. Doing box jumps for a 45-second interval will get the heart rate up without jarring the body. Box Jump Air 1We emphasize starting with a squat and springing up while swinging the arms in an upward motion. Aim for a soft landing[…]
Read More »The Cardio High Scale Everyone is different – some people can sprint 100 meters without breaking a sweat while others may become winded after climbing a set of stairs. At Cardio High we are dedicated to experimentation as we strive to find excellent routines to safely help clients experience the[…]
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