Putting which cardio style is most efficient for improving body composition to the side for a second, which type of cardio gives the best 'high'?
Exercise-induced endorphin release depends on the intensity of the exercise.
In the research linked below, when comparing HIIT to a 60 minute moderate-intensity aerobic session, HIIT significantly increased the release of endorphins/opioids in the brain. No change was noted in the MISS cardio group.
HIIT also generated 'negative emotionality' in the subjects (stress, depression, anxiety), which was associated with greater endorphin release. The MISS group reported increased pleasurable/euphoric emotions.
In summary, as we all know, HIIT makes you feel dreadful. So pick MISS if feeling good is your primary goal with your cardio choice! Bare in mind, this may not be the best choice for your body composition goals, although an argument could be made that the better you feel, the greater your motivation and adherence to the task long-term.
https://www.nature.com/articles/npp2017148
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Exercise-induced endorphin release depends on the intensity of the exercise.
In the research linked below, when comparing HIIT to a 60 minute moderate-intensity aerobic session, HIIT significantly increased the release of endorphins/opioids in the brain. No change was noted in the MISS cardio group.
HIIT also generated 'negative emotionality' in the subjects (stress, depression, anxiety), which was associated with greater endorphin release. The MISS group reported increased pleasurable/euphoric emotions.
In summary, as we all know, HIIT makes you feel dreadful. So pick MISS if feeling good is your primary goal with your cardio choice! Bare in mind, this may not be the best choice for your body composition goals, although an argument could be made that the better you feel, the greater your motivation and adherence to the task long-term.
https://www.nature.com/articles/npp2017148
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