We Asked A Doctor Which Exercise Is Most Effective For Strengthening Your Heart

Most people know the importance of regular physical activity for heart health. But with trendy workouts ranging from HYROX to pilates, it can be hard to know which to choose.

So, we asked our chief medical officer, Sohaib Imtiaz, MD, what type of exercise is best for heart health.

Q: We know that exercise is great for your health long-term, but for people who want to get the most out of their workouts, what kind of exercise would you recommend to improve heart health?

HIIT is a form of physical activity that alternates between short bursts of high-intensity exercise and brief periods of rest.

Some HIIT protocols are strictly cardio-based. For example, you might sprint on a treadmill for 30 seconds, and then walk for one minute, and repeat.