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Journal article

Is high-intensity interval training a time-efficient exercise strategy to improve health and fitness?

Abstract

Growing research suggests that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a time-efficient exercise strategy to improve cardiorespiratory and metabolic health. "All out" HIIT models such as Wingate-type exercise are particularly effective, but this type of training may not be safe, tolerable or practical for many individuals. Recent studies, however, have revealed the potential for other models of HIIT, which may be more feasible but are still …

Authors

Gillen JB; Gibala MJ

Journal

Applied Physiology Nutrition and Metabolism, Vol. 39, No. 3, pp. 409–412

Publisher

Canadian Science Publishing

Publication Date

3 2014

DOI

10.1139/apnm-2013-0187

ISSN

1715-5312