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5 of the best high intensity workouts to book in Dubai

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Want to break a sweat and burn those extra calories? Then High Intensity workouts are the best form of exercise to go the extra mile.

High-intensity workouts are designed to push your body to its limits by incorporating short bursts of intense activity followed by periods of rest or lower-intensity exercise.

Overall HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, refers to repeated sets of intervals that are between five seconds and a minute long, with a relatively short rest period.

The main type of workouts include:

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

Alternates between high-intensity exercises and short recovery periods.

Circuit Training

Combines strength and cardio exercises performed back-to-back with minimal rest.

HIIT Cycling

Pedal your way to that heart-pumping rush. HIIT cycling workouts, on the other hand, can make the time fly as you challenge your body and mind with various effort levels, work intervals, and recovery breaks.

What are the overarching health benefits?

Improved Cardiovascular Health

HIIT can help improve the efficiency and strength of your heart. Also, Regular high-intensity workouts can reduce resting blood pressure.

Enhanced Metabolism

HIIT boosts your metabolism and keeps it elevated for hours after exercise, helping you burn more calories even at rest. These workouts are effective at reducing body fat.

Time Efficiency

HIIT sessions are typically shorter than traditional workouts, making them ideal for busy schedules. Despite the shorter duration, HIIT can provide significant fitness benefits in less time.

Improved Muscle Tone and Strength

High-intensity workouts often include resistance training, which helps build and tone muscles. These exercises can improve overall strength and endurance.

Better Insulin Sensitivity

HIIT can enhance insulin sensitivity, which helps your muscles use glucose more effectively. Improved insulin sensitivity lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Enhanced Athletic Performance

HIIT can increase your maximal oxygen uptake, improving your endurance and performance in other physical activities. Overall, it can improve speed and power.

Mental Health Benefits

Intense exercise releases endorphins, which help reduce stress and improve mood. HIIT can improve brain health and cognitive functions such as memory and learning.

So, if you’re looking to burn those calories, Dubai has a host of venues that work for both beginners and experts.

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