In part 4 of our series discussing the chosen training tools of the Optimization Training Lab, we will be discussing the CAROL Bike. We chose the CAROL Bike as a primary tool for delivering HIIT (high intensity interval training).
Although there is scientific evidence that resistance training performed at High Intensity in the manner we prescribe stimulates improvements in cardiovascular health and fitness and can be utilized as the primary means of addressing this system, we also have available another proven protocol to address the cardiovascular system. HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) proves to be one of the most researched and efficacious means of improving cardiovascular health and fitness. Although there are many different HIIT protocols, the CAROL bike relies on the REHIT protocol.
How the REHIT adaptation pathway works
CAROL’s AI-personalization helps you push to your limits during the sprints. Like in a ‘fight or flight’ situation, your muscles are forced to mobilize about 25-30% of muscular glycogen—your emergency energy reserve—releasing key signaling molecules (AMPK and PGC-1a), telling your body it must get fitter and stronger.
You develop more mitochondria, your blood plasma volume increases, and your heart gets stronger. Resulting in increased aerobic and anaerobic capacity.We chose this tool because it fits within our training philosophy as a whole in that it is:
1. Effective– you can read in more detail about how the CAROL bike can help you get fitter, live younger, live healthier, and maximize metabolism.
2. Quantifiable – the CAROL bike incorporates AI to enable precision individualization to the training and also allows you to track your progress over time.
3. Efficient – although longer training protocols can be utilized, the primary REHIT protocol can be performed in as little as five minutes.
4. Safe- the bike is a relatively low impact training tool and the efficiency at which the training can be performed reduces the overall wear and tear on the body.