High Intensity Training: Is It Right For Everyone?

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As a follow-up to our many articles on High Intensity Strength Training (or H.I.T.) here is a brief audio interview with Liam “TAKU” Bauer, talking about why H.I.T works and who it’s designed for.

Do yourself a favor – click the audio link below and take the next 3 minutes to listen to what TAKU has to say. It could change the way you train for good.

Mini-Podcast Audio Link —–> Who is H.I.T designed for (audio)

As always, we’re interested in your feedback so feel free to post your comments or questions. We do our best to address them right away.

Keep training hard!

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