Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

HIIT

American  
[hit] / hɪt /

abbreviation

  1. high-intensity interval training: a type of anaerobic physical exercise characterized by short bursts of very intense exertion alternating with short periods of rest or lighter exertion.


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

I can’t change the fact that I don’t have abs, unfortunately — and I do HIIT, spinning and lifting three to four times a week!

From Salon • Aug. 9, 2024

In addition to dance workouts, BTS’ music will be featured in other workout types like HIIT.

From The Verge • Apr. 21, 2022

A growing body of evidence seems to support this skepticism, says Panteleimon Ekkekakis, a professor of exercise psychology at Iowa State University and an outspoken critic of HIIT.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2022

Gym franchises and online classes specialize in HIIT.

From New York Times • Nov. 10, 2021

Scientists already knew treadmill intervals count as HIIT.

From Washington Post

Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "HIIT" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com