So I've been reading a lot about HIIT workouts and had some questions for those in the know.
From what I've gathered, these type workouts are very effective because they both contribute to fat burning with increased heart rate as well as muscle growth which helps fat burning "after the workout". So comparing this to straight cardio, these seem more beneficial on a minute by minute basis and you'll get more benefit in the long from the HIIT workout.
Here's where I'm at. I still like to do my distance running. I just enjoy it. And I know I burn a ton of calories doing so. So could you not combine the distance running with slow, normal, weight workouts and get the same benefits? I know the total duration of the workout is longer, but am I missing something here?
From what I've gathered, these type workouts are very effective because they both contribute to fat burning with increased heart rate as well as muscle growth which helps fat burning "after the workout". So comparing this to straight cardio, these seem more beneficial on a minute by minute basis and you'll get more benefit in the long from the HIIT workout.
Here's where I'm at. I still like to do my distance running. I just enjoy it. And I know I burn a ton of calories doing so. So could you not combine the distance running with slow, normal, weight workouts and get the same benefits? I know the total duration of the workout is longer, but am I missing something here?