HIIT Training & MS🧡

Hey there!

Have you heard the news about how adding cardio, or high intensity interval training (HIIT) BEFORE your MS - specific exercises can help prime your brain for neuroplasticity? This is exciting because neuroplasticity is the reason that those who have MS can actually improve walking, balance, strength, and more! 

But, you may be thinking, "Ok, great! But, how?"🤷‍♀️ Let me tell ya!☺️

How to incorporate high intensive interval training for MS 👇🏼

⭑Choose an exercise that FEELS high intensity for you. This is an exercise that gets your rate rate up ⬆️

⭑Choose a second exercise that feels like easier to do. This is a calm and slow exercise.

⭑Now alternate between the two exercises for 5-10 minutes.

The high intensity exercise will be done for a shorter amount of time, anywhere from 30-45 seconds.

And the lower intensity workout will be done for longer. Such as 60-90 seconds!

💡Will you be trying a HIIT workout this week?

Best,

Dr. Gretchen, PT

P.S.

1. Connect with me on YouTube - Subscribe to my Dr. Gretchen YouTube page where you will be able to find MS specific exercises, research updates, guest speakers, and MORE!

2. Join The MSing Link Community - The MSing Link is my online MS wellness program where you'll find video demonstrations and explanations of MS-specific exercises for strengthening, walking, balance, and flexibility. There are also videos for activity-specific movements such as getting into/out of bed or a car, standing up from the ground, sitting down with more control, stair climbing, etc. Since this program focuses on the whole person and not just exercise, we have monthly live guest speakers (ie: neurologists, podiatrists, nutritionists, etc.) and research updates.

3. Work with me privately - I offer wellness consults via Zoom. This is an opportunity for you to share your story with MS and your goals. I'm able to educate you on MS-specific exercises for walking, general mobility, transfers, and day-to-day activities (ie: getting into/out of a car, stair climbing, etc.). You can schedule a one-time call or you can schedule recurring calls - your choice. Oftentimes, people will schedule one of these calls prior to joining The MSing Link and/or one call every couple of months. Schedule here