So you have done HiiT (high intensity interval training) and at times done LiSS (low intensity steady state ) as well as every strength training and group class. Does your body sometimes crave for something less of a HiiT but more of a LiSS? Gaining momentum in 2019, we see more interest in HiLiT... yes you guessed right.. High Intensity Low Impact Training!
In layman terms, you can think of it as somewhat in between HiiT and LiSS. In more specific body science, it refers to a program that involves performing an exercise as hard or as fast as possible for 20-30 seconds, stopping for a 10-15 second break and then repeating for eight sets or so.
Benefits include:
- Less impact on joints- Moving your body through different planes to train the supportive muscles
- Still enjoying the post exercise burning of calories (epoc) as in HiiT
Example of an upper body 20min HiLiT with 8 reps each:
A. High knees 30s + rest 15sB. Push ups 30s + rest 15s
C. Skip side to side 30s + rest 15s
D. Burpees no jump 30s + rest 15s
E. Triceps dip 30s + rest 15s
F. Dancers push up 30s + rest 15s
Remember to warm up & cool down.
Enjoy!
