Experiencing HIIT and Interviewing.

As I've researched, interviewed, and experienced more and more High Intensity Interval Training, I've learned that not only is it very effective for fat loss, but also very fun. Maybe that is why it's trending!

According to the National Institutes of Health, High Intensity Interval Training is "comprised of brief periods of high-intensity exercise interposed with recovery periods at a lower intensity." For example, one can flip a heavy tire for 30 seconds, resulting in raising their heart rate, followed by a set of light jumping jacks that allows their heart rate to recover and then repeating the exercises.

Being the fitness junkie I am, and currently training for another bodybuilding competition, I put this exercise to use!

 

 

Not only did I feel like I accomplished a great workout, but this type of training kept my workout interesting!

I recently interviewed Professor Gold, an Athletic Training coach and Physical Education teacher at Salisbury University to talk about his opinion on HIIT.

 

Professor Gold says that he uses HIIT opposed to LISS (Low Intensity Steady State) cardio on almost all of his athletes and students because it’s also a faster way to burn calories.