High -intensity interval training or HIIT is all about that fat burn! The cool thing about HIIT is that it is done in short intervals so it will not take a lot of time out of your day and can be VERY effective for burning fat.
My goal is to incorporate a HIIT workout into my routine 2 or 3 days per week and that is the only cardio that I do.
HIIT workouts consist of short periods of intense bursts of exercise which speed your heart beat up and then alternate with short periods of rest.
Are HIIT workouts good for weight loss?
Studies have shown that you can burn more calories from a short HIIT workout then from a longer session of traditional exercise. All of the workouts I share below are 20 minutes or less. Sure beats an hour on the treadmill if you ask me!
Another surprising benefit of HIIT is that you can actually continue to burn calories even AFTER you are done exercising.
One study showed that just two minutes of HIIT increased metabolism over a 24 period. Pretty amazing! Burn baby burn!
Low-impact exercises have little to no impact on your joints (i.e. a walk or jog versus a run or sprint). They’re great for beginners, pregnancy/postpartum and those recovering from an injury. Low impact exercise is also a joint-friendly cross training option for high impact athletes. Any well-rounded training routine includes low-impact exercises and rest days to allow your body time to recover. Some examples include walking, cycling, yoga, ellipticals, swimming and water aerobics.
Yes! High intensity interval training (HIIT) typically refers to intense bursts of energy for a short period of time. HIIT workouts are effective for calorie burn and fat loss. That said, there are ways to make a workout more intense without adding impact or strain to your muscles and joints. For example, you might lift heavy weights to raise your heart rate or shorten rest periods following a work time.
Low impact cardio workouts improve heart health, reduce risk of heart disease, burn calories, build muscle and release stress all while being gentle on your knees, hips and ankles. Low impact workouts are great for all seasons of life, especially beginners.
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