I started blogging about 2 years ago primarily because I wanted to share the benefits of sports and exercise and it dawned on me that I haven’t posted any training tips in a long time. So what better way to start the year than with a training tip!
I’ll like to introduce the Tabata Interval Training, named after Izumi Tabata, PhD., a former researcher at Japan’s National Institute of Fitness and Sports who learnt about this training program from the National Speed Skating Team coach.
It’s a very simple program consisting of 6 to 8 maximum-intensity sprints lasting 20 seconds each followed by 10 second recovery breaks in between each set. Trust me, it’s surprisingly painful! My swimming coach from China used to do this with me while I was still swimming competitively.
This program is really perfect for those with little time to spare and want maximum results – you will definitely be amazed with the results! And don’t be tempted to do anything more than a short 5-10min warm up before the intensity set and a nice warm down after.
These 4 mins of intensity will do wonders for both your aerobic and anaerobic capacities! Will do a follow up piece in a couple weeks to report on my progress on all the three disciplines of swimming, cycling and running!
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I am looking for a swim coach who provided instruction for my children while we (Americans) were expats in Singapore. His name is Dennis Chew and I would love to catch up with him. My children’s names were Mollie, Destiny, and Jefferson. I googled his name and found my way here. Wonder if you might be able to help.
Thank you.
Kind regards,
Debi Keenan