Chatterbox #292 – Let’s get physical and talk about HIIT
Aug 10, 2022
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The hosts discuss the trendy form of exercise known as HIIT and the benefits of incorporating exercise into daily life. They explore the rise of online biking classes and share personal experiences with exercise, emphasizing its impact on daily routines.
High intensity interval training (HIIT) involves short bursts of intense exercise followed by brief recovery periods and is a time-efficient workout that can be done at home without equipment.
Finding a fitness routine that suits individual preferences and goals, along with the convenience and accessibility of at-home workouts, can contribute to improved physical and mental health.
Deep dives
Introduction and Overview
In this podcast episode, Andrew and Anna discuss the trending exercise program known as high intensity interval training (HIT). They start by explaining the concept of HIT, which involves short bursts of intense exercise followed by brief recovery periods. Anna mentions her preference for HIT workouts that can be done at home without equipment, while Andrew shares his experience with HIT in a running context. They highlight the time efficiency of HIT and the potential benefits, such as calorie burning and improving running performance. The hosts also discuss other exercise trends like Peloton and emphasize the importance of exercise in maintaining overall well-being and productivity.
Experiences with HIT and Exercise Routine
Anna and Andrew share their personal experiences with different exercise routines. Anna reveals her current interest in skipping as a time-efficient form of exercise that can be done anywhere. She also mentions her resolution to raise her heart rate every day and the positive effects of exercise on her mental well-being. Andrew discusses his preference for evening workouts and the impact exercise has on his sleep quality, productivity, and overall routine. They both express the importance of finding a fitness routine that suits individual preferences and goals.
Benefits and Motivations for Exercise
The hosts highlight the various benefits of exercise, including improved physical and mental health, increased energy levels, and the release of endorphins. They discuss the convenience and accessibility of at-home workouts, particularly for individuals who dislike traditional gyms. While recognizing the role of gyms and group classes in supporting fitness goals, they emphasize the time efficiency of HIT and its potential to enhance running performance. Both hosts express gratitude for the ability to exercise and acknowledge the positive impact it has on their lives and overall well-being.
Have you ever heard of high intensity interval training? That’s quite a mouthful, isn’t it? Luckily, we usually just call this type of workout HIIT. It’s a training style that has recently gained a lot of popularity. In this Chatterbox episode, hosts Andrew and Anna explain the entire concept of HIIT and share their stories related to it.
Chatterbox is a Culips series where two native English speakers have a quick and natural conversation about interesting topics. This series is designed to be beneficial for intermediate and advanced English language learners.
Fun facts
Although HIIT has been gaining in popularity recently, the concept has been around for a long time. Famously, British athletics coach Peter Coe used the principles of HIIT to help train his son, Sebastian Coe, who would later go on to win several Olympic medals as a middle distance runners!
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Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Step On by Jahzzar
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