To stay safe and prevent injuries during HIIT workouts, keep these tips in mind:
- Always start with a thorough warm-up to prepare your muscles and joints for the workout.
- Proper form is essential to avoid strain. Consider working with a trainer or physical therapist to ensure you're doing the movements correctly.
- Don't jump into high-intensity exercises too quickly. Begin with lower-intensity intervals and gradually increase the intensity as your fitness improves.
- Allow time for rest and recovery. Don't do more than two or three high-intensity or high-impact workouts per week. Instead, allow rest days between workouts to avoid burnout and injuries.