[S1 E5] All about HIIT: myths, fads, and how to do it right for maximum benefits
Let’s talk about HIIT
Today, we are talking about a topic that’s been quite popular in the fitness world over the last couple of years and that is HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) aka a training protocol alternating periods of maximal effort with light exercise or rest.
Orange Theory, CrossFit, Peloton - we’ve all heard about, and probably tried, these HIIT classes and the amazing benefits they bring: rapid weight loss, increased fitness levels, improved stamina…the list goes on and on. But how realistic is this?
In this episode, I dive deep into the topic of HIIT classes - the science behind it, the proper way to incorporate it into your workout routine, and who is (and more importantly, who isn’t!) a good candidate for this type of class.
In today’s episode, we cover:
[00:01:59] Fitness is personal and it should fit your body and goals
[00:04:00] The main goal of HIIT training
[00:06:18] What HIIT actually is and 3 energy metabolism systems that our bodies use
[00:09:35] Why true HIIT should max out at 20 - 30 minutes of exercise
[00:11:36] How to properly incorporate HIIT for maximum benefits; standard HIIT vs Tabata
[00:19:34] Dissecting fitness trends: Spinning classes
[00:23:58] Dissecting fitness trends: CrossFit
[00:23:58] Dissecting fitness trends: Circuit classes
[00:35:40] Dissecting fitness trends: 75 Hard challenge
[00:36:33] The main issue with high-intensity and longer-endurance exercises
[00:40:34] The connection between female hormones, hunger, and cardio activity
[00:43:04] Who is not a good candidate for HIIT classes?
Resources mentioned:
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Quotes:
Turn the leaderboard off. Race against you.
Use exercise as a celebration and a love note to your body.
Do not set yourself up for failure by picking something that is not going to be sustainable.
All exercise is stress but how much of it you do and how you use it is what determines how your body is going to react over time.
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