The purpose of this review is to examine the effects of HIIT on weight loss according to the current literature. If HIIT proves to be as effective as moderate intensity continuous exercise (exercise for longer periods of time at a lower intensity), it may be something that could be implemented into more weight loss programs.
Methods
This comprehensive review is based on critical analysis of literature obtained using the Touro College Online library and Google Scholar. References in these articles were retrieved and served as additional points of reference for further research. Review articles were useful in helping provide additional references to …show more content…
They wanted to monitor exercise intensity and determine the energy expended. They also wanted to determine the substrate used as a result of exercise intensity. It was said that as intensity of exercise increases, the substrate for energy metabolism favors carbohydrates over lipids. However, it was also said that negative energy balance is equivalent to a lipid deficit. This study set out to see how high intensity exercise favoring carbohydrate oxidation could contribute to a body lipid