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Lunch & Learn

PT&RT

LL08--Let's Get Physical: HIIT It Up

Saturday, October 25, 2025
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM PDT
Location: 345-346
This session will explore the application of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) as an effective and time-efficient exercise strategy for pwCF. HIIT has been linked to significant improvements in cardiovascular fitness, skeletal muscle strength, metabolic health, and overall psychosocial well-being. Given the complex and time-intensive nature of daily treatment routines in pwCF, HIIT offers a feasible approach to integrating structured physical activity without imposing additional burden. Evidence-based insights into HIIT protocols, physiological adaptations, and implementation strategies specific to the CF population will be discussed.
During this session, we will discuss the basic principles of HIIT training, as well as program development, progressive interval training, and HIIT for individuals with advanced lung disease.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the principles of HIIT and criteria for assessing readiness for interval training throughout the lifespan 
  • Construct progressive interval training programs with considerations for beginners all the way to peak performance 
  • Define the specifics and considerations for interval training with the advanced lung disease population along with proper use of supplemental oxygen with intense exercise