April Medrano | Source | ACE, CPT and Master Coach/Head Coach at STRIDE
April Medrano
April Medrano is a seasoned fitness professional with a passion for helping people reach their goals. She brings a wealth of expertise and passion to her role as Head of Programming and Member Experience at STRIDE Fitness. With a strong foundation in fitness and wellness, April is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Group Fitness Trainer (GFT). She also holds specialized certifications as an ACE Senior Fitness Specialist, ACE Special Populations Specialist, and NASM Certified Prenatal/Postpartum Coach.
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STRIDE (https://www.runwithstride.com/)
ACE, CPT and Master Coach/Head Coach
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Rowing vs. Running — Which Cardio Exercise is Best?
When it comes to doing cardio, should you try rowing or running for the best workout? Here, experts describe how rowing vs. running compare, including the muscles the workouts target, their key benefits, and more.
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Running for Weight Loss: Expert Tips from STRIDE's April Gatlin
April suggests "30-60 minute runs to tap into stored fat," with interval training for high-intensity enthusiasts. Longer runs burn more calories, while shorter, intense runs boost metabolism post-workout. Running a mile daily can lead to significant weight loss over time. Balance duration and intensity to avoid overtraining and achieve goals.
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Running is a great cardiovascular workout with a great calorie burn. With consistency, this type of exercise can lower the resting heart rate and cholesterol while increasing the capacity of the lungs.
