Acute Effects of High-intensity Interval Aerobic and Functional Training at Different Intensities
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Conditions studied: High Intensity Interval Training (Cycling), High Intensity Interval Training (Running), High Intensity Functional Training, Moderate Intensity Functional Training, High Intensity Traditional Strength Training, Moderate Intensity Traditional Strength Training
In brief
Moderate-intensity physical exercise is widely recognized for its health benefits, yet time constraints limit adherence. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has gained popularity as a more time-efficient alternative, eliciting significant cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, and neuromuscular responses. More recently, functional strength exercises have been integrated into high-intensity training, leading to high-intensity functional training (HIFT) and moderate-intensity functional training (MIFT). However, the acute physiological responses to these modalities remain underexplored compared to traditional HIIT (running or cycling) and strength training. This study aims to assess and compare the acute cardiovascular, metabolic, and neuromuscular responses of HIFT, MIFT, HIIT, and traditional strength training in healthy, physically active adults to inform their potential application in special populations.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07180550
- Run by
- European University Miguel de Cervantes
- People needed
- 27
- Starts
- 2025-10-12
- Expected to finish
- 2027-01-31
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-03-10
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 100. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Have at least 6 months of experience in strength training with intensities greater than 75% of one maximum repetition (1-RM).
- Be classified as active according to the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) score.
You may not qualify if…
- Musculoskeletal injury within the 6 months prior to the first visit to the laboratory.
- Recent major surgery (<3 months).
- Having a medical condition in which physical activity is contraindicated (assessed with the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire, PAR-Q+).
Where it is running
- Miguel de Cervantes European University — Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain (enrolling)
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