The Benefits of HIIT

Many people begin the new year with a vow to get back into shape, and the government says we need 75 minutes of vigorous exercise a week. One way to get in those minutes is through high intensity interval training (HIIT).

For those who get tired just thinking about strenuous exercise without rest, HIIT could be the perfect fitness approach.

HIIT involves short bursts of high intensity exertion, like a minute of running as fast as you can, followed by short recovery periods such as a slow jog.

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