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May 2024
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2563: Yet Another Reason You Could Be Wa...

Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
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Episode 2563:

Ben Greenfield challenges the traditional notions of fitness with compelling insights on high-intensity interval training (HIT). He argues that HIT is not only time-efficient but also offers significant health benefits, making it an ideal regimen for those who struggle to find time for prolonged workouts. This revolutionary approach could change how we think about exercise and its integration into our busy lives.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/article/fitness-articles/yet-another-reason-you-could-be-wasting-your-time-with-long-slow-fat-burning-aerobic-workouts/

Quotes to ponder:

"High-Intensity Interval Training Is Time-Efficient and Effective, Study Suggests."

"The usual excuse of 'lack of time' for not doing enough exercise is blown away by new research."

"It is possible to get more by doing less."

Episode references:

The Journal of Physiology: https://physoc.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/14697793

Science Daily: https://www.sciencedaily.com/

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