Advocates of HIT believe that this method is superior for strength and size building to most other methods which, for example, may stress lower weights with larger volume (sets x reps x weight).Īs strength improves with high-intensity training (HIT), the weight or resistance used in the exercises should be gradually increased over time. Exercises are performed with a high level of effort, or intensity, where it is thought that it will stimulate the body to produce an increase in muscular strength and size.
Unlike traditional workout routines that emphasize long hours in the gym, HIT principles require short but highly intense workouts. ( December 2006) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message) Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources in this section. This section needs additional citations for verification.
