Dr Michael Mosley shares ‘best way’ to lose weight and live longer [Video]

HIIT: Personal trainer talks through home workout

A health and wellbeing expert has revealed his top tip for exercise, weight loss and even living longer. Diet guru Dr Michael Mosley has suggested that high intensity interval training (HIIT) is one of the most effective ways to boost longevity, improve heart health, lose weight and reduce the risk of diabetes.

Sharing his advice on his Radio 4 show Just One Thing, the 66-year-old revealed he carries out HIIT workouts himself to stay healthy. His own quick routine involves exercises such as squats, planks and star jumps.

HIIT involves short periods of high-intensity or “burst” exercises followed by brief recovery periods which are often repeated several times over a 20 to 30 minute period.

This is especially good news for people who don’t have a lot of time to spare, as HIIT training can be done in quick, short bursts – and it doesn’t require a …