The EPOC Effect
Steady-state cardio (jogging) burns calories while you do it. HIIT burns calories while you do it AND for hours after. This is EPOC (Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption). Your body has to work overtime to restore oxygen levels, burning fat in the process.
Tabata and Intervals
True HIIT is hard. It requires precise timing. 20 seconds work, 10 seconds rest. If you are fumbling with your phone clock, you lose focus.
Fitblues includes a fully customizable Interval Timer.
- Set Work/Rest ratios (e.g., 40s/20s).
- Visual and Audio cues (Beeps/Voice).
- Background mode (Play your music while the timer runs).
When to do HIIT
HIIT is taxing on the CNS (Central Nervous System). Fitblues recommends doing it 2-3 times a week max, preferably on non-lifting days or after weights. The App's planner ensures you don't schedule a heavy Leg Day right after a HIIT sprint session, preventing recovery debt.
Conclusion
If you have 15 minutes, you have time for a workout. Fire up Fitblues HIIT mode and get sweating.
