Interval Training

Interval training consists of a movement at a very high intensity for a chosen period of time, directly followed by a low intensity movement or total rest for a chosen period of time. The movements can be made up of almost any cardio style workout, that’s one of the reasons I like this style so much…its flexible.

Here are a few examples of interval training:

- Weightless squats at 85-90% max effort for 30 seconds

- Light jog in place for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 to 7 times.

or

- 60 yard Sprint at max effort

- Walk back to starting line. Repeat 5 to 7 times.

or

- Hitting the heavy bag for 60 seconds at 85-90% of max effort

- Full rest for 20 seconds. Repeat 5-7 times.

Depending on your fitness level, you will determine the time periods and effort levels accordingly.

As you can see, Interval training is a great way to mix up your workout routines to keep them fresh and most of all, to keep your body guessing what’s coming next.

Here are a few benefits of interval training:

- Improves aerobic ability to exercise longer at different levels of intensity

- Effectively stimulates fat loss compared to typical training at a moderate intensity level for the same time duration.

- The higher level of intensity, the more calories you’ll burn