Faster, Faster! (Then Slower, Slower)

Interval workouts

Do you ever get bored of doing the same speed for 30 minutes on the treadmill or elliptical? I know I do. Recently, I decided to get into some interval training whenever I do make it to the gym (these summer days I try to hoof it outside). It really breaks up the monotony and gives you a good sweat session. In general exercise is a natural anti-depressant and anti-anxiety remedy.

Interval training is short bursts of high intensity exercise followed by lighter period of exercise. Interval training improves your body’s use of oxygen, which helps you burn more fat. It increases your post exercise fat burn, lets you burn more calories in less time (always a plus) and increases fat burning and your ability to build muscle. Why wouldn’t we do interval training?

You can do interval training on any cardio machine (bike, treadmill, elliptical, even track)

CLICK HERE for a great example of interval workouts (scroll about half way down)

For more information:

http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/An-MD-on-the-Benefits-of-Interval-Workouts-and-How-to-Do-Them.html

http://www.eliteathletetraining.com/Tips/Interval.aspx