Most folks burn out on high-intensity cardio because they treat every workout like a 30-minute race. The real error: doing it too often, too long, and at the expense of strength work. If that sounds like you, dial it back. personal training Newark DE can help you plan smarter sessions in Newark, DE.
Short bursts of max effort torch calories fast and leave you breathless. That spike in heart rate feels productive, so you double down. Problem: the stress adds up. Muscles, joints, and nervous system need more recovery than a screen-shot of your heart-rate monitor shows.
Use HIIT then, and performance pops. Lactic power improves, sprints get faster, and you leave gas in the tank for lifting.
Go past three HIIT bouts a week and watch what happens:
According to the ACSM guidelines, adults only need 75 minutes of vigorous cardio each week to hit health marks (https://www.acsm.org).
You have six training hours this week. Spend four of them on all-out intervals and you just stole time from:
For most adults chasing performance and aesthetics, shifting one HIIT block to a heavy lift or a 40-minute Zone 2 ride pays off bigger, long-term.
Sample split for a real Newark parent with a 9-to-5:
Need help dialing it in? Our personal training coaches build custom plans around work, family, and real recovery.
Ready to ditch random cardio and train with purpose?
Book a No-Sweat Intro with a Hardbat Athletics coach today and walk out knowing exactly how HIIT, strength, and Zone 2 fit your week.
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