MbShea@PWP@English@UMCP

Abstract: In the life of a college student, grades are a constant worry, sleep is a luxury, and healthy eating is easily ignored. Perhaps one of the most disregarded aspects of a student's health is the engagement in exercise. Personally, when I have extra time to spare, I am more tempted to take a nap or watch Netflix, rather than hit the gym for an hour. My mindset is similar to that of a large portion of students, resulting in a decline of both physical and mental health. What many students do not realize, is that the numerous benefits of exercise can still be experienced in as little as ten minutes. A relatively new and trendy type of exercise is known as High-Intensity Interval Training (also called H.I.I.T), and experts agree that this type of training is incredibly beneficial for those with limited time to spend at the gym. The benefits of such a short routine may seem unrealistic or trivial, but my guide has been broken down into several sections to thoroughly explain H.I.I.T. and why this approach may be optimal for a busy student like myself. I will include the scientific research that breaks down the benefits of H.I.I.T., suggested routines for those who wish to engage in H.I.I.T., and the specific aspects of H.I.I.T. that make this type of exercise ideal for a college student.
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Reader's Response:

READER'S PROFILE: I imagine a reader with the desire to become more physically active, but unsure of how to go about this while having a busy academic schedule.

READER'S RESPONSE: Even though I know exercise is important, and would help me feel less stressed and more physically fit, I cannot afford the hour at Eppley when I have exams and assignments to work on. My GPA and academic standing is most important, since I am a student, but I still want to care for my well-being. Maybe H.I.I.T. can get me active and feeling good about myself without compromising the time I need to spend on my schoolwork. I can try a simplified, beginner's H.I.I.T. routine in the multipurpose room of my dorm to see if I like this type of exercise. Then I can start building up the difficulty, and maybe dedicate a few extra minutes to my health. I wonder if there are resources at Eppley that can help me learn more about H.I.I.T....

J, good plan here. I think "trendy" might not help as much as pairing

...new trend with evidence-based analysis from several health fields...

Can you add the logos of numbers? College student population? Numbers reporting stress and/or poor self care? Look at the higher education support literature.

Citation style?

Can you include an explicit ABT statement?