What is a HIIT workout? The full-body workout you can do at home

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “A HIIT workout can be done literally anywhere, at home or at the gym,” said Jenny Jaucian, a certified health coach and fitness trainer. HIIT first appeared on the fitness scene in the early 2000s, and began gaining in popularity once research showed that this type of training improved metabolic health such as cholesterol and blood pressure levels, benefited mental health, and helped decrease body fat more than “steady” exercises like jogging. Your metabolic rate increases and you continue to burn calories even when you’re not working out.” He called HIIT: “It’s the ‘bang for your buck’ cardio workout.” Cassey Ho, known as Blogilates on Instagram, is a certified Pilates and fitness instructor whose workout videos have gained her over six million subscribers on Youtube. “A lot of routines require jumping, and if you’re not experienced, your chances of getting injured during a HIIT workout are high,” Agustin said.