Why Boy Builders need to be Using HIIT Methods

October 20th, 2008

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a unique approach to gaining maximum cardio and strength benefit in very short exercise periods, and is an excellent complement to your other exercise build muscle efforts. But beware, HIIT is not for the faint of heart! To get the intended benefit from HIIT, you have to show up prepared to work!

A HIIT session involves a short warm-up and cool down, separated by several intervals. A typical interval includes a maximum effort work period followed by a moderate effort recovery period. That is, during the entire HIIT session, your body is under load, and in fact, the “recovery” period is equal to most workouts’ work periods.

But the results can’t be denied. Studies have shown that HIIT sessions produce the same biochemical muscle changes as traditional workout sessions four times longer! An added benefit is HIIT sessions are shown to increase a person’s metabolic rate for up to 24 hours after performing the exercise session. So Google a HIIT session that is specific to your goals and give it a shot. You might be surprised at the results.

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