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Category: HIIT

  • What do we do in a HIIT session?

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    As the name suggests, it’s a High Intensity workout that usually lasts for 20 minutes and is performed at a higher heart-rate than the cardio sessions. The goal of the session is for students to reach 90% of their maximum heart rate. Each student’s maximum heart rate is different as it is based on their…

  • How long is this session?

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    The duration of the session is anywhere between 15- 20 minutes. Based on your injuries, fitness goals and prior fitness experience.

  • What are the type of activities that are included in HIIT?

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    Activities during HIIT include: Burpees, Hammer-Hits, Tyre-Pulling, Box-Jumps, assisted Pull-ups/full Pull-ups, Aerodyne Bike etc. the goal is to bring back basic movement abilities that we have lost due to our sedentary lifestyles.

  • Where are the HIIT sessions conducted?

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    Sessions are conducted both indoors and outdoors depending on your training schedule for the day and weather-conditions.

  • What if I am scared of jumping or any fast activities?

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    Exercises are designed based on your existing fitness levels, age and prior-injuries (if any). Trainers will scale up the level of activities and intensity of the workouts as your body becomes more responsive and gains strength.

  • What if I have Injuries?

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    As with most of our exercises, if injuries prevent you from performing a particular activity, we shall provide you with a substitute activity that will be more suitable to your condition.

  • Is HIIT a group activity?

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    Yes, but just like Cardio, everyone will begin their HIIT sessions together. However, the trainer will prescribe a different exercise to each student and the goal for each student is to complete the training faster than their previous attempts. Your only challenge is yourself.

  • Can I work without a Heart rate monitor?

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    As we have mentioned before, your Heart-Rate monitors are vital to the process of monitoring and calibrating your workout. Therefore, you MUST wear them during your sessions. Fitness accessories such as Fit-Bits, Apple Watch and Garmin are prohibited.

  • What are the benefits of doing HIIT?

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    HIIT is a way to make your body ultra-fit and agile in a short amount of time. Due to aging or a sedentary lifestyle our muscles lose the memory of vigorous movement. High-intensity workouts help your muscles regain those movements and build-up greater speed which will provide you with agility and ease of motion.The short…

  • What gear do I need for HIIT?

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    You do not need any special gear for this session.