What type of training incorporates short bursts of intense activity followed by rest or low-intensity exercises?

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is characterized by short bursts of intense physical activity followed by periods of rest or low-intensity exercises. This training method alternates between vigorous effort and recovery, allowing individuals to push themselves during the high-intensity segments while incorporating rest periods to maintain overall performance and safety. HIIT is effective for improving cardiovascular fitness, increasing metabolism, and enhancing muscular endurance in a shorter period compared to traditional steady-state cardio workouts.

Steady-state cardio focuses on maintaining a consistent, moderate intensity for a prolonged period, which does not incorporate the alternating intensity seen in HIIT. Endurance training emphasizes prolonged activity at a steady effort level to build stamina, while resistance training focuses on strength development through the lifting of weights or using resistance bands, again lacking the high-intensity intervals present in HIIT.