The Science of Tabata and HIIT
HIIT and Tabata are names for popular exercise programs that involve training via intervals. This long post examines the science behind these programs, what they get wrong, and what they get right.
Muscle Activation Is More Dependent On Load Than Form
It's commonly believed that small tweaks to your exercise form can sometimes have huge results in terms of muscle activation, and you can use this to preferentially target certain muscles. However, it's far more important to focus on good progression first.