Introduction to HIIT

What is HIIT?

• A type of workout that alternates between intense bursts of activity and short periods of rest or lower-intensity exercise.

• A workout that only focuses on strength training.

• A form of yoga that emphasizes breathing.

• A low-intensity exercise routine.

What are the benefits of HIIT?

• Improves heart health.

• Increases muscle mass.

• Enhances flexibility.

• Boosts endurance and strength.

How does HIIT work?

• You push your body to its limits with intense exercise.

• You only do low-intensity exercises.

• You take long breaks between exercises.

• You focus solely on strength training.

What are some HIIT safety tips?

• Always start with a warm-up.

• Ignore your body's signals.

• Cool down after HIIT.

• Skip stretching.

What does HIIT do for brain health?

• Releases endorphins that improve mood.

• Decreases blood flow to the brain.

• Has no effect on brain health.

• Only helps with physical fitness.

Fill in the blank: HIIT can improve ______.

Which exercise can be part of a HIIT workout?

• Reading a book

• Jumping jacks

• Sleeping

• Walking very slowly

What should you do before starting a HIIT workout?

• Drink soda

• Go to bed

• Warm-up exercises

• Run a marathon

Why is it important to cool down after a HIIT workout?

• To help your muscles recover and avoid soreness

• To build more muscle

• To increase heart rate

• To get more tired

Which of these is NOT recommended during a HIIT workout?

• Going all out with high effort

• Taking short breaks between intense exercises

• Ignoring how your body feels and pushing too hard

• Mixing different types of exercises