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There are many ways to diversify gym workouts to optimise your results, and one of the most popular methods of mixing up your training to accelerate calorie burn is HIIT training. Group Exercise Trainer and PT, Christian Ryan, explains how to do this effectively...

HIIT is a game-changer in the fitness world, perfect for those of us with jam-packed schedules. HIIT exploded onto the scene in the early 20th century, primarily through athletic training. Coaches and trainers initially developed HIIT protocols to enhance the performance of athletes in various sports, aiming to improve both their cardiovascular endurance and overall fitness levels. Over time, HIIT evolved from being solely an athletic training method to a widely popular fitness approach embraced by individuals seeking efficient and effective workouts. While its roots lie in sports conditioning, HIIT has transcended its origins to become a versatile and accessible fitness regimen for...

Overload is when you gradually increase the weight, frequency or number of repetitions in your routine. This challenges your body and allows your musculoskeletal systems to get stronger. Overload techniques are synonymous with strength training, however the same idea can be applied to any type of exercise including cardiovascular endurance training. Adaption refers to your muscle groups becoming accustomed to a specific exercise or training program through repeated exposure. Completing the same exercise for weeks and months allows the athlete to become efficient, therefore expending less energy doing the same movements. The role of compression and recovery in OVERLOAD -...

Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) refers to the sore muscles you get after doing new or higher intensity exercise. When starting a new exercise regime, change an existing one or increase the intensity or length of your workout, you break down muscle fibres and lengthen your muscles which causes very tiny tears. The soreness you feel as a result of these micro-tears are part of the repair process in adapting to exercise. In the long run, as your muscles repair and grow, you become stronger, making DOMS a physical sign of progression. How long will DOMS last? DOMS can last...