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Hate Running? Here Are 5 Other Ways to Get Cardio

Venus SánchezSanjai Sinha, MD
Written by Venus Sánchez | Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MD
Updated on May 13, 2025
Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MD | May 13, 2025

Watching those dedicated runners in the park is starting to make you feel like a slacker. You know the runners are getting tons of health benefits, but you’ve tried running and realized it’s not for you. While getting your heart rate up is good for your health, what are other ways to get cardio besides running?

References

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022). How much physical activity do adults need?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022). Benefits of physical activity.

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