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High-intensity interval training?or HITT?is a phrase being thrown around by fitness pros ad nauseam to describe any workout that alternates between intense bursts of activity and periods of lower-impact exercise, but there’s been a lot of research to back up the claim that working up a sweat this way is way more effective at torching calories than just sticking to a continuous pace.
One Canadian study found 10 minute-long sprints on a standard stationary bike with one minute of rest in between three times a week will do more for your muscles than hours of biking at a consistent, less strenuous pace. So it’s not surprising then that some of the most popular (and effective) fitness studios in the country use HIIT as the foundation of their classes. From rowing to cycling and even trampoline classes, there are hundreds of HIIT studios to try out right now, but to save you the hassle, I tested out four of the best?and found out how you can re-create those workouts at home. Flywheel
What to expect: A 30- to 60-minute class on a stationary bike that also incorporates dumbbells for an extra challenge. Also, I enjoyed the music almost more than the class itself, which is a bonus.
By working some of the larger muscles in your body for up to 60 minutes, you’re guaranteed to torch fat: “Flywheel classes consist of interval training, which causes your heart rate to spike and then come down repeatedly. This is the best way to keep your he...