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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.


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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

That June, Reynolds wrote her first story about single-digit high-intensity interval training, or 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

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