What is HIIT and Does it Work for Weight Loss?

What is HIIT and Does it Work for Weight Loss?

HITT, or High Intensity Interval Training, is a growing fitness trend in the United States.  HITT is an exercise style that incorporates multiple short periods of high intensity exercise with periods of recovery in-between.  The periods of exercise and recovery each last from 5 seconds to 8 minutes.  Generally, a HIIT workout lasts between 20 and 60 minutes.  HITT can be performed using many different types of exercise.  For example, you can use HITT while cycling, running, walking, elliptical training, etc.  Although HIIT is an intense workout, it can be modified for all fitness levels, making it a workout style that anyone can do.

HIIT can improve your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, cardiovascular health, insulin sensitivity and can help you lose fat without losing muscle mass.

Additionally, HIIT workouts continue burning calories for hours after you complete the workout.  Although other exercises can do that, too, HIIT workouts burn more calories following the completion of the workout than other methods.

If you would like to start a HIIT workout, please review the “How do You Develop a HIIT Program?” section from the American College of Sports Medicine’s guide for HIIT.  It’s very simple, but well described.

Before beginning any exercise program, please ask your doctor if it is safe for you to begin the program.

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We use research-proven strategies, approaches and tools to help our patients achieve successful weight loss.  We offer a variety of services to meet your needs.  In our remote Nutrition Consultations, our Registered Dietitian develops a plan customized to meet your needs without you ever having to leave your home.  Phentermine, an FDA approved appetite suppressant proven to help patients lose weight, is available at Olivera Weight Loss for patients who qualify.  We offer all services in a caring, supportive environment. For more information on pricing and our other services, please visit our webpage or give us a call at 773-327-6624.  Follow us on Facebook for free weight loss tips, recipes and more.

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Resources:

https://www.acsm.org/docs/brochures/high-intensity-interval-training.pdf

The American College of Sports Medicine is a reputable resource for exercise-related information.

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