Eight minutes of high-intensity cycling was found to be more beneficial than going at a moderate pace for 25 minutes . University of Exeter study found intensive exercise before fatty meal can help counteract effects of a poor diet . Scientists say short burst approach may be more appealing to youngsters . Alan Barker diseases including heart attacks and stroke are the leading cause of death in the UK .
Eight minutes of high-intensity cycling was found to be more beneficial than going at a moderate pace for 25 minutes . University of Exeter study found intensive exercise before fatty meal can help counteract effects of a poor diet . Scientists say short burst approach may be more appealing to youngsters . Cardiovascular diseases including heart attacks and stroke are the leading cause of death in the UK .