HIIT Workouts Improve Your Fitness and Heath!

26th June, 2023

Several studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of HIIT (high intensity interval training) in improving cardiovascular fitness and promoting fat loss.  Ramos et al (2015) conducted an analysis of many of these studies that examined the impact of HIIT style training. Their paper showed that HIIT was not only more effective than moderate intensity continuous training (e.g. continuous biking, running, rowing etc) at increasing cardiovascular fitness, but it also improved participants’ cardiovascular disease risk factors (e.g. body fat & blood pressure), reduced inflammation and increased insulin sensitivity (poor insulin sensitivity is associated with T2 diabetes).

The key is to be consistent, get a HIIT workout in 2-3 times a week and keep at it!  

Ramos JS, Dalleck LC, Tjonna AE, Beetham KS, Coombes JS. The impact of high-intensity interval training versus moderate-intensity continuous training on vascular function: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Sports Med. 2015 May;45(5):679-92. doi: 10.1007/s40279-015-0321-z. PMID: 25771785.