Data sources Five databases were searched from inception to March 2024. Study appraisal and synthesis Meta-analyses of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) comparing HIIT with MICT/CON were performed ...

Significant improvements in aerobic fitness were noted after 12 weeks of high-intensity interval training sessions compared to traditional, moderate exercise sessions, according to a new study.

It's been eight years since a team of Norwegian scientists from NTNU's Cardiac Exercise Research Group began collecting data on the effects of exercise training on all-cause mortality in older adults ...

Discover Fartlek, the Swedish 'speed play' method revolutionizing athletic training. This dynamic approach blends structured bursts of speed with easy cruising, enhancing both speed and endurance ...

Maybe you’ve tried high-intensity interval training (HIIT) as a way to balance out your running and didn’t love it. But have you tried SIT? A recent study in the journal Psychology of Sport and ...

As women enter their 40s and beyond, hormonal changes can make it harder to build muscle, maintain energy, and manage body composition. High-intensity training is one of the most powerful tools for ...

The Swedish word for ‘speed play’, fartlek is one of the most common training sessions that I use with my athletes. The history of fartlek training dates back more than 80 years, when coaches and ...

How was the study conducted? 32 studies involving 1427 postmenopausal female participants were analysed to find out the effect of certain different types of exercise on reducing cardiovascular risk, ...

Many inactive adults who tried a sampling of exercises preferred intense efforts to gentler workouts. By Gretchen Reynolds People who have never tried intense interval training might be surprised to ...

Rest is an important part of any workout regimen and is influenced by your specific goals. Your age, fitness level, and genetics can also affect rest needs.