
The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Cut Your Cardio to 9 Minutes – CAR.O.L FIT AI : 615
Aug 6, 2019
Ratna Singh, co-founder and CEO of CAR.O.L, brings her background in advertising and consultancy to discuss revolutionary high-intensity interval training. Alongside Ulrich Dempfle, co-founder and Chief Product Officer with expertise in mechanical engineering and AI, they reveal how just 40 seconds of intense cardio, executed smartly, can replace traditional long workouts. Learn about their innovative AI-driven bike, which personalizes exercise for maximum efficiency. They also share insights on enhancing heart health and the unique benefits of tailored fitness routines!
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Minimum Effective Cardio Dose
- The minimum effective cardio dose is 40 seconds of intense sprints, split into two 20-second bursts.
- This short burst intensely stimulates the body, releasing chemicals for fitness, leanness, and cognitive boosts.
Science of Short Sprints
- Two 20-second sprints trigger molecular changes, like glycogen depletion and AMPK release.
- A second sprint activates PGC1-alpha, a crucial molecule for muscle integrity and further bodily changes.
Misconceptions about HIIT
- High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is often misinterpreted, as true HIIT requires personalized maximum resistance.
- This resistance, based on individual factors like muscle mass and weight, ensures effective glycogen depletion.






