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Sprinting

Meaning

Sprinting is a form of high-intensity, short-duration anaerobic exercise characterized by maximal or near-maximal effort, typically lasting from a few seconds up to two minutes. This powerful movement modality involves a rapid, forceful contraction of fast-twitch muscle fibers, generating significant metabolic and hormonal signaling. In the context of hormonal health, sprinting is a potent stimulus for the release of anabolic hormones, including growth hormone and testosterone, and significantly improves insulin sensitivity. Incorporating regular, brief sprinting intervals is a highly efficient strategy for improving metabolic fitness and body composition.