Really? People don't like Tabata?!
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High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is no more effective than
steady-state cardio exercise for sedentary people new to exercise and
may actually turn these people off of exercise, a study commissioned by
the American Council on Exercise (ACE), San Diego, found.
The study not only showed that the sedentary individuals recruited for the study received no greater benefits from HIIT than from steady-state cardio, but the group also disliked doing HIIT more than steady-state cardio, which could lead to lower rates of adherence.
"While very important, the effectiveness of a fitness program matters
relatively little if participants find it unpleasant and something they
would unlikely adhere to for the long haul," Bryant added. "The results
of this study appear to suggest that the high-intensity nature of the
Tabata workouts served as a turnoff for previously inactive
participants. These findings help to reinforce the principle that it is
critically important that health and fitness professionals design
exercise programs that are individualized and appropriate for the needs,
interests and abilities of their clients or activity participants."
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