What is HIIT? High Intensity Interval Training is mixing bursts of exercise with short rest periods of light work.
During the bursts your intensity should be 7 – 8 out of 10 on the exertion scale, meaning you would have trouble talking. As the workouts are based on time anyone is able to complete a sessions as you aim to do as many repetitions as you can personally complete in the work period.
Benefits of HIIT
- Efficient work outs – 20 to 30 minutes
- Massive benefits despite the low volume
- Improves muscular strength
- Increase aerobic fitness
- Revved up metabolism that can help with weight loss
How to get started
- Try an instructor led class, GYMfit or SPRINT. Here you can be coached through the session and be provided with options from the instructor.
- Start with body weight exercises and a timer
- Low impact exercises are just as effective as it is about the intensity of the whole session
- Pay attention to your body and take water breaks as required during and continue to drink after the workout
- Train with a group and pay attention to good exercise form to get the most from your workout and avoid injury
- Your workout can be set up as HIIT by your gym instructor and there is pre-programmed workouts in My Wellness that can be tailored to your needs and fitness level.
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