What is HIIT?

[alison13]

I'm sure this is a dumb question, but what is HIIT?

Alison

 

[mtnmom99]

High Intensity Interval Training

 

[morris]

what is an example of a hiit workout? which cathe bast fits that?
thanks

 

[andilynn67]

I'd really like to know also which workouts qualify as HIIT? I have heard that it is really effective, and since I've started lift more and heavier I would like to amp up my cardio to help burn off this extra layer of pudge I seem to have aquired!!

 

[Mckmain]

Here is a site with some good HIIT info: http://www.davedraper.com/hiit-cardio-training.html

As far as Cathe...IMO Imax2 or Imax3 blast only would be considered HIIT. Anything high intensity for a short duration (20 min or so) would be close to HIIT...

 

[fit_fairy]

I agree that Cathe has no true HIIT w/os. She has lots of interval w/os but no true HIIT. When doing HIIT appropriately you should only be able to do 20-30 mins tops- that's how intense it is. When first starting you may only do 5-10mins to ease into it. Don't forget to warmup and cool down. Also remember, only do HIIT 1-2x per week. I also agree doing the blast only of IMAX 2 or 3 would fit the bill.

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[angie_nrs]

Does Cardio Coach or intrain offer HIIT workouts?

 

[moni_stout]

Is the Plyo X DVD from P90X series considered HIIT?

Monica

 

[rgi]

Monica -

I would say Plyo X is not. If you go to the Body for Life website, under exercise, it gives an example of HIIT. I've been following it for the few weeks and love it!

http://www.bodyforlife.com/

 

[fit_fairy]

Plyo X like Cathe's IMAXES qualifies as interval training, not HIIT. Some people here and at other places call them HIIT, but if you go by the true definition of HIIT neither qualify. HIIT is so intense that you couldn't possibly keep it up for an hour. Most cannot do more than 20mins of true HIIT.
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[40something]

There are many internet sites devoted to HIIT. Just do a Google. Some offer free information and some will require memberships with access to more, or you can purchase a particular trainer's books.

I do HIIT 3 days a week, sometimes 4. It just depends on what my workouts have been for the week/month. The other 2-3 days I devote to doing a different style, iTread, dvd workouts, yoga practice, etc.