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I need a HIIT guru!

gilly88
gilly88 Posts: 114
edited September 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
hey all

so i was reading up on HIIT (both on some threads here and on the web) but have a question. most HIIT workouts go for only 20 mins max b/c they are so strenuous, and that includes probably 10 mins warm up and down.

now when i do my hour of circuit training, i burn 350 cals. but if i HIIT for less time, i dont burn as much. so how do i incorporate HIIT into my schedule for max effect?

i know it's supposed to lower body fat much quicker than steady cardio so was looking for some tips!

my current training is:
Mon, Fri: circuits (strength, cardio)
Tues, Thurs, Sat: walk, Pilates
Wed: spin, weights

thanks! :flowerforyou:

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  • gilly88
    gilly88 Posts: 114
    hey all

    so i was reading up on HIIT (both on some threads here and on the web) but have a question. most HIIT workouts go for only 20 mins max b/c they are so strenuous, and that includes probably 10 mins warm up and down.

    now when i do my hour of circuit training, i burn 350 cals. but if i HIIT for less time, i dont burn as much. so how do i incorporate HIIT into my schedule for max effect?

    i know it's supposed to lower body fat much quicker than steady cardio so was looking for some tips!

    my current training is:
    Mon, Fri: circuits (strength, cardio)
    Tues, Thurs, Sat: walk, Pilates
    Wed: spin, weights

    thanks! :flowerforyou:
  • hmo4
    hmo4 Posts: 1,673 Member
    Write to Banks-
  • hmo4
    hmo4 Posts: 1,673 Member
    Write to Banks-
    Check the post near the bottom of the page that's called are you HARDCORE enough...
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