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2893: The 5 Best Forms of Cardio Ranked From Worst to Best (The Results Will Surprise You)
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Ranked #4: HIIT
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The numbers for HIIT are undeniably impressive: superior fat burning, better stamina, improved athleticism. Data analysts love it and consistently rank it number one. But Sal draws a sharp distinction between what data shows and what coaches see: in over two decades of training regular people, he found HIIT appropriate for roughly 10% of clients. [1] — Sal Di Stefano "HIIT appropriate for ~10% of clients: Despite strong research data, Sal estimates high-intensity interval training is appropriate for only …" 10:32 Adam adds the crucial context — almost every client he worked with was simultaneously managing some form of chronic pain, joint imbalance, or post-surgery recovery. Justin emphasizes that joint stability and prerequisite strength have to come first before intensity can be safely cranked up. The hosts agree: HIIT is excellent for fit, healthy athletes programmed appropriately; for everyone else, the better tools are what's coming next on the list.
Despite strong research data, Sal estimates high-intensity interval training is appropriate for only about 10% of regular clients due to stress management, injury, and prerequisite fitness requirements.
