This is Martin Gibala, Professor of Kinesiology, McMaster University. Credit: McMaster University
Just 1 minute of intense exercise produces significant health benefits. The findings put to rest the common excuse for not getting in shape: there is not enough time. “This is a very time-efficient workout strategy,” says Martin Gibala, a professor of kinesiology at McMaster. “Brief bursts of intense exercise are remarkably effective.”
Scientists set out to determine how sprint interval training (SIT) compared to moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT), as recommended in public health guidelines. They examined key health indicators including cardiorespiratory fitness and insulin sensitivity, a measure of how the body regulates blood sugar.
Effect of SIT and MICT on insulin sensitivity.
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