Abstract
In the present randomised-controlled trial we investigated the effect of reduced-exertion high-intensity interval training (REHIT) training frequency (2, 3, or 4 sessions/week for 6 weeks) on maximal aerobic capacity in 42 inactive individuals (13 women; mean ± SD age: 25 ± 5 years, maximal aerobic capacity: 35 ± 5 mL·kg −1·min −1). Changes in maximal aerobic capacity were not significantly different between the 3 groups (2 sessions/week: +10.2%; 3 sessions/week: +8.1%; 4 sessions per week: +7.3%). In conclusion, a training frequency of 2 sessions/week is sufficient for REHIT to improve maximal aerobic capacity. Novelty • We demonstrate that reducing REHIT training frequency from 3 or 4 to 2 sessions/week does not attenuate improvements in the key health marker of maximal aerobic capacity.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 683-685 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism |
Volume | 45 |
Issue number | 6 |
Early online date | 20 Feb 2020 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published online - 20 Feb 2020 |
Keywords
- Exercise
- Health
- SIT
- Sprint interval training
- VO
- Wingate sprint