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9 HIIT-Style Cycling Workouts Trainers Love

Give these a spin.

by Carolyn Steber
Cycling HIIT workout ideas to try, straight from trainers.
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Cycling is a great way to get an effective HIIT workout. By pedaling at different intensity levels, you can improve your cardiovascular system and build strength, says Equinox instructor Annie Murray. Add music, and it’s also pretty fun! Here are 9 HIIT cycling workouts to try.

Build up a "ladder" to do a HIIT workout on your bike.

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Ladder

Murray recommends this circuit to challenge your body.

- Turn on a playlist.

- First song, pedal slow at 60 RPMs (revolutions per minute).

- Next song, pedal faster at 70 RPMs.

- Increase by 10 RPMs for each new song.

- Hit 100 RPMs, then repeat backwards to 60.

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