Eight minutes of high - speed 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 alleviate symptoms of a poor diet . doctors say short burst approach may be more appealing to patients . Cardiovascular diseases , heart disease and stroke are the leading cause of mortality 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 .