Author: Allie Y.
Yesterday, Rob from North Loop Fitness introduced interval training into our workout. Interval training is when you vary your training intensity, alternating short, fast bursts of intense exercise with slow, easy activity. The Lola Red ladies hoped on the exercise bikes at the end of our workout and cycled for 30 seconds at a fast speed and 30 seconds at a very slow speed for about 5 minutes. My legs felt like Jell-O® when we were all done! According to About.com’s section on Sport Medicine , interval training helps prevent injuries, strengthens the cardiovascular system and burns more calories than slow endurance exercises. This type of exercise can be applied to your favorite cardio workouts, some common interval training workouts include:
- Stair climbing
- Sprint drills
- Jump rope (my fav!)
- Cycling
Keep in mind, interval training is tough and you will be sore afterward, make sure to stretch to ensure muscle recovery.
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