High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has become a popular training method in recent periods because it is economical in terms of time and the high-performance increase is achieved in a short time. In addition, HIIT is often preferred in training programs due to its increase in sports performance as well as its overall health-improving effects. The aim of this study is to examine the effects of HIIT, an important training method in sports, on aerobic endurance and body fat burning. Therefore, 15 studies have been compiled examining the chronic effects of HIIT on body fat burning and aerobic endurance in athletes, sedentary, overweight and obese individuals. Studies on the subject have been investigated in Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed and ULAKBİM electronic databases. In the studies examined for the current review, there was no limit to the age, gender, body weight, whether they were athletes or sedentary, and their level of physical activity. As a result, thanks to HIIT mechanism of action, it increases both the physical working capacity and body fat burning. The reviewed studies support the use of HIIT as a highly effective method for increasing body fat burning rate, decreasing body fat mass and improving aerobic endurance. Because HIIT training improves aerobic endurance and body fat burning in a short time, it is clearly observed that it is effective on these parameters.
Primary Language | Turkish |
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Subjects | Sports Medicine |
Journal Section | Collection |
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Publication Date | December 30, 2020 |
Published in Issue | Year 2020 Volume: 18 Issue: 4 |