HIIT Your Limit: High-Intensity Interval Training for Fat Loss, Cardio, and Full Body Health

by Len Kravitz

Get lean, build muscle, and stay healthy! A Fitness Hall of Fame inductee and world-famous exercise scientist explains high-intensity interval training and the nutrition that complements it, and provides a wealth of workouts, including workouts you can do at home, so you can get and keep the body you've always wanted. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is an extraordinarily effective form of training that mixes high- and low-impact activities during periods ranging from seconds to eight minutes. In HIIT Your Limit, Dr. Len Kravitz, a National Fitness Hall of Fame inductee and internationally-renowned exercise scientist for the past thirty-six years, explains what HIIT is and how it effects your entire body (externally and internally), gives 50 workouts and a plan to whip you into shape fast, and presents a wealth of nutritional and other advice to further its impact. HIIT was recently rated the #1 new fitness trend by the American College of Sports Medicine and is the key to staying fit for celebrities like David Beckham, Britney Spears, Hugh Jackman, and Scarlett Johansson. In addition to fat loss, it’s been proven to have major health benefits on blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol. Through this groundbreaking volume you'll learn why, and see how to get fit quick and have a fun and truly sustainable exercise program, no expensive personal trainer required.

Genres: Nonfiction, Health

216 pages, Paperback

Published November 27, 2018

Reviews

[Isi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Full review on my blog.

A few months ago, YouTube “recommended” me a HIIT (High Intensity Intervals Training) video. I tried it out and was amazed: I could only do half of it and I felt that my body couldn’t have been worked more intensely in those 20 minutes. That was when the book I am reviewing today came into the picture to help me understand this kind of training better and schedule my own routines.

The first half of the books is dedicated to biology and physiology and includes data and research to better understand how the body works during and after exercise, focusing on HIIT in particular and what the benefits of this training are. For those of you who have already tried it, you would have noticed that you can do much more in less time, but it also helps improve cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and cardiorespiratory fitness faster than other kinds of training.

Now, to the HIIT workouts. I like that the author recommends reducing your normal workouts and add HIIT ones instead of increasing the total amount of weekly exercise, which was what I had in mind when I started reading the book, and had an exponential increase in anxiety because you don’t really know if you will ever find the time to do it all.

Regarding the workouts themselves, I found them very beginner-like, thought to be done only with a certain exercise mode instead of creating different exercises for every interval, which is what I have been trying lately and found more enjoyable. Don’t get me wrong – I truly believe they are good workouts, but doing running work and recovery intervals is what I have always called “Interval Training”, but not “High Intensity Interval Training”.

I think the book is primarily targeted towards people who hasn’t developed a steady habit of exercising, so they can start by including these short but effective workouts in their weekly routines and get fast results. For the rest, the book will make you aware of those intervals you only did from time to time and how it is better to focus more often on them without increasing the total amount of time devoted to exercise, in order to achieve your aimed weight and fitness level.

[Ruth Hill · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I was not financially compensated in any way, and all opinions are 100 percent mine.

This is a fantastic reference book that I do not recommend you read from cover to cover in one sitting. In fact, that is not how it is intended. It is organized well and includes pictures, charts, and plenty of incredibly useful information. If you are looking for a handy guide to help you get in shape and/or stay in shape, this may be a book to consider purchasing.

I am one who lost fifty pounds (and kept it off) around ten years ago. Since that time, I have my ups and downs due to a wide variety of things. As a matter of fact, before I was sent this book, HIIT workouts have become my preferred method of working out. A couple years ago, my hormones began to wreak havoc on my body, and I gained weight and struggled to take it off. Through the use of HIIT workouts (many which are detailed and explained in this book), I have begun to lose weight again.

What sets this book apart from other weight loss/fitness books is this. This book focuses on total body health and lifestyle changes. It sets out very flexible goals, answers many commonly-asked questions, and really considers the entire experience of becoming healthy. While regimented diets are sometimes necessary, as most of us know, we eventually will rebel and possibly go back to our old habits if we're not careful. This book makes the entire process simple, fun, and creative.

[Lynda Dickson · Rating 5 out of 5]

In HIIT Your Limit, the author begins by explaining the importance of exercise: “… the pursuit of optimal fitness triggers the development of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, healthy eating patterns, and positive behaviors that spur you to function and perform at your best.” And, good news for everyone, it’s never too late to start: “At any point in your life, you can make lifestyle decisions that noticeably impact your well-being. You are the one who can take the first step to improve your health and promote your wellness through exercise.” The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends that adults get 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week, which can be accumulated over multiple shorter sessions of at least 10 minutes. That is where the high-intensity interval training (HIIT) programs presented in this book come in. The author’s mantra of “Inch by inch, it’s a cinch” summarises his philosophy. This “small steps” approach leads to “gratifying, successful outcomes that you can sustain”, something that’s important in any exercise program.

This book is well-organized, informative, and easy to read and includes lists, photographs, and tables. Section 1 covers the health benefits of exercise and an introduction to HIIT training. The author explains the physiological aspects of exercise and weight loss in a clear and accessible manner. Section 2 provides weight loss strategies. The author presents different weight loss methods and emphasizes that different methods will suit different people. Section 3 presents HIIT workouts for all fitness levels that can be adjusted from 10 minutes to 20 minutes so that they can fit into anyone’s lifestyle. Section 4 lists 100 ways to cut calories in your daily life. Throughout, the author provides supporting evidence from scientific, medical, and fitness journals, all of which are fully referenced at the back of the book.

A must-read for anyone looking to kick start a sustainable health and fitness routine.

I received this book in return for an honest review.

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[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

HIIT Your Limit: High-Intensity Interval Training for Fat Loss, Cardio, and Full Body Health is quite an informative read. I have to admit that at first, I assumed this book would not be a book for someone like me. However, that quickly changed as I began to read. It is easy to read and not overwhelming with information.
HIIT Your Limit is split up into four sections. Which includes:
Section 1: Exercise, HIIT, and You – This section is about forty pages of explaining what HIIT is, how to get started, how to do it right and how to be successful.
Section 2: Optimal Weight (Fat) Loss Strategies That Work! – This section is a little over fifty pages and discusses diets, nutrition and weight management.
Section 3: Let’s HIIT the Workouts! – This section is almost sixty pages full of workout plans, giving the reader over 40 workouts to go by. This is my favorite section of the section. It shows clears pictures and descriptions on how to do each workout correctly.
Section 4: 100 Wining Ways to Cut Calories in Daily Life – This section is about thirty pages of advice on what reader can do to cut calories from their diet.
The last five pages is a Physical Tracker that a reader can use to personally write down their daily progress.
I honestly believe HIIT Your Limit is a must have. I am now exited to start a new journey in my life and use workouts. I am giving tis motivational book five plus stars and highly recommend it.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.

[LAWonder10 · Rating 5 out of 5]

There were several impressive aspects to this book.
The author corrects a lot of - in his opinion - fallible ideas that one diet is better than another. He states, "There is no one perfect diet..." because each person's physical make up is different. Each has got to find one which fits him/her the best.
With HIIT (High-Intensity Internal Training), anyone in any stage of life and health can do this.
It is important to become "in tune" with one's own body, so one can know when to increase or decrease the amount of exercise to best aid the individual. There are many hints he offers on how to determine this. (Or know when one has HITT his/her Limit)
This simple exercise program can aid one in avoiding or decreasing many health issues.
He guide one in setting goals, and in putting this program to work. Exercising can be as simple as walking around one's office or in one's home while on the telephone.
Dr. Kravitz has developed a formula which includes: Motivational messages; Timer Setting; Exercise Mode; Warm Up; and Workout Design, with Interval, Duration and Intensity levels.
In this book, he gives several options. Also, included is illustrations of "Future workouts - including the us of weights.
In Section 4, Dr. Kravitz also expands on "100 Ways to Cut Calories" in ach person's every day life.
This is one program, I am convinced I can implement in my life, where other programs have failed.

*This book was gifted me with no pressure for a positve review. This is my honest review.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This year I have been really focused on losing weight and getting healthier. I am convinced there is no magic pill (wish there was) but the only two things I have found that actually works is eating healthy and exercising. I had never heard of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) before so this book intrigued me. Grant it I am new at this type of exercise but I found the book very insightful with pictures and even workout schedules and tips from warming up to cooling down.

This book is not just about exercise. It also features a wealth of information and tips on diets and my favorite chapter was the one on ways you could cut calories in your daily life (section 4). I found this part very informative and full of helpful suggestions and most I would never have thought about. This was a very practical guide on how to substitute and make healthier decisions. For example: substituting cucumbers in place of salsa chips for your salsa. And some of the ways was to just change our way of thinking.

I really think this book would help a lot of people who are healthy enough for exercise. The tips this book gave just on how to cut our daily calories would be great for everyone looking for a healthier, longer lifestyle.

I received a copy of this novel from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.

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[Jessica Bronder · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have heard about the HIIT workout and thought it was just the new exercise fad. When I saw this book was on tour I decided to check it out, I’m always looking for new ways to exercise. But being overweight and having back problems I was reluctant. The first thing I noticed was the information and a note that this can be done with any level of fitness. First check to the good.

The book starts out with a lot of good information about exercise like the things to do and to avoid, the importance of diet, and tips about how little things make a big difference with weight loss. From there we go into the exercises. They are quick and to the point. You will only do a couple minutes but you will know that you were doing some exercise.

I really enjoyed this book. It has a lot of good information and is designed for you to customize your workouts. If you are looking to get in shape and/or lose weight you need to check out this book. I will be adding this one to my shelf and using it for quite a while.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. I voluntarily chose to read and post an honest review.

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I chose to read this book after receiving a free copy. All opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased.

HIIT stands for High-Intensity Interval Training. This book contains a lot of useful information. It explains why exercise and eating a healthy diet is so important. It has four main sections: Exercise, Optimal Weight, HIIT Workouts and Ways to Cut Calories. The last few pages are a Physical Activity Tracker that is immensely useful. It’s a great resource for anyone who wants to lose weight or just wants to be healthy.

HIIT Your Limit contains a lot of information that I already knew as well as some new helpful information. I learned a lot about HIIT. This is a good book for everyone whether they want to lose weight or improve their health.

[Jill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Without a doubt, this is the best book I have read on exercise, weight management, and health.

The writing is objective, easy to read and understand, and organized well. The material is evidence-based and comprehensive - truly addressing the "full body health" mentioned in the book title.

Dr. Kravitz presents the evidence, adds a dabble of his opinion, and then empowers his readers to find the exercise and diet plan that will work best for them. What more could we ask for?

[BookLover · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!! I always wanted to know more about HIIT and now I get why it works! I follow the nutritional advice in this book and do the workouts and it's made a huge difference. I feel fitter and healthier that ever.

[Jonita]

I am a six-days-a-week at the gym kind of girl, and I strongly believe in mixing it up. I try not to repeat the same kind of workout even once through the week and enjoy surprising my body by doing something different all six days. I kick box, do yoga, spin, and do interval training. I also make sure that I do my research about fitness and nutrition. I don't believe everything that I hear, and make sure that I back up what I do with actual facts.

All of this led me to HIIT Your Limit by Dr. Len Kravitz. I'm already a firm believer in the long-term benefits of HIIT training, and was very interested to read everything that Dr. Kravitz had researched. I found his findings very interesting! Dr. Kravitz provides not just a plan to his readers to help them to eat better and exercise more efficiently but he also provides the science behind it all. A section with Q&A's, a comprehensive exercise plan, and 100 tips for effortlessly cutting calories are all included. This results in a very interesting read for anyone on any point of their fitness journey. If you're beginning one you will have access to a lot of the information that you need to get started on a healthy path. It drives me crazy when people embark on fad diets hoping to lose weight and I love this this book is not about fad diets but about getting healthy the practical and long-lasting way! There is a lot of information in this book that was useful for me as well, and I am well in to my fitness journey. This is a book for all fitness levels.

If you are looking for a book with useful, scientifically-backed information and exercise plans, look no further than HIIT Your Limit. This is a book that you will find yourself referring back to again and again as you strive to be your best self!