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What is HIIT and Why All the Buzz?

HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training. Many people, especially those with busy schedules, love HITT because they can get maximum benefits in a short period of time! According to Shape Magazine, “Research shows you can achieve more progress in a mere 15 minutes of interval training (done three times a week) than the girl jogging on the treadmill for an hour. And according to a 2011 study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, just 2 weeks of high-intensity intervals improves your aerobic capacity as much as 6 to 8 weeks of endurance training.” Moreover, some believe that the after burn of a HIIT work out lasts up to 24 hours!

Summit YMCA Instructor Alyssa Reyes comments on the benefits of her Cardio HITT class on Thursday night, “I love this class because you get the most bang for your buck in 30 minutes. You get your cardio with your strength training. It helps you increase your heart rate and burn your muscles and no matter what level you are you can come give it try.”

The Summit Area YMCA offers five intense HIIT workouts in both our Summit and Berkeley Heights locations. As an organization dedicated to healthy living and wellness which includes fitness, the Summit Area YMCA is excited to offer these new classes that fitness buffs along with anyone wanting to improve their fitness levels should try. While many of these classes are challenging, instructors will provide modifications in movements to make it possible for many fitness levels.

       
 

FRIDAY FITNESS FIX
Improve your cardio strength by exercising in intervals of cardio bursts! Join Denise C. with a different format every week using equipment such as weights, tubes, stability balls and step. The class is challenging but suitable for all levels!

When: FRIDAY, 5:15-6:00 PM
Where: Berkeley Heights YMCA – Gym
Instructor: Denise C.


CARDIO HIIT 

Follow through and join us Thursday night for Cardio HIIT! High Intensity Interval Training, only 30 minutes, for maximum results! Beware, some say this class is even more challenging than INSANITY!

When: THURSDAY, 7:45-8:15 PM
Where: Summit YMCA – Auditorium
Instructor: Alyssa R.

CARDIO SURGE
A high intensity interval training cardio class using your own body weight. This is a quick effective 30-minute class that will drive results – open to all levels of fitness.

When: WEDNESDAY, 5:45-6:20 PM
Where: Summit YMCA – Auditorium
Instructor: Valerie


INSANITY 

A 30-minute class of max interval training and total body conditioning, is designed by legendary fitness trainer Shaun T and taught by Chris Demko who is just as full of energy, to bring you real results and the chance to build the strongest, leanest body of your life! The fact that the moves are easy to modify, fun and challenging, makes INSANITY a great fit for everyone!

When: TUESDAY, 8:05-8:35 PM
Where: Summit YMCA – Auditorium
Instructor: Chris D.


STRONG
STRONG by Zumba, is no dance class. STRONG is a high intensity interval training cardio class that combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training exercises synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move – motivating you to burn those calories and earn those muscles.

When: WEDNESDAY, 9:35-10:35 AM
Where: Summit YMCA – Auditorium
Instructor: Sonya P.

When: FRIDAY, 9:15-10:00 AM
Where: Berkeley Heights YMCA – Gym
Instructor: Catherine L.

If your passion is something other than cardio such as Yoga or Dance, please view our class schedules to find something else you like. The Summit Area YMCA offers group exercise classes for all interests, all ages and all fitness levels.

CLASS SCHEDULES


For Summit YMCA classes, reservations are strongly preferred on MindBody Online as space is limited! 

RESERVE 


For Berkeley Heights classes, while there’s no need to reserve a spot, we suggest coming a few minutes early as HIIT classes tend to fill up!

 

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About the Summit Area YMCA

The Summit Area YMCA is one of the area’s leading 501(c)3 charitable organizations. Founded in 1886, the Summit Area YMCA has a history steeped in working side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income and background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Each year, we serve more than 10,000 individuals with our free and fee-based programs and services in an area spanning the communities of Berkeley Heights, New Providence, Millburn, Springfield, Short Hills, Summit, Gillette, and Stirling. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and partners, we are able to offer financial assistance for our programs and services to those with demonstrated need. To strengthen your community and provide others with the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive, make your tax-deductible donation today at theSAY.org/give

 

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In 1886, we were founded as the Young Men’s Christian Association, but today, we are The Y; an association that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. We stand for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility — For a better us. We are committed to creating equal opportunity for all regardless of gender, age, disability, income, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive culture in which our four core values — responsibility, honesty, caring and respect — are integral to everyday operations.

Each year, as one of the area’s leading 501(c)3 charitable organizations, the Summit Area YMCA serves more than 15,000 individuals with our free and fee-based programs and services in an area spanning the New Jersey communities of Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling and Summit. Our history is rooted in working side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and partners, we are able to offer financial assistance for our programs and services to those in need.