Tabata Training is a type of high-intensity interval training (otherwise known as HIIT training) designed to increase your cardiovascular fitness by alternating between periods of intense exercise (go as hard as you can), followed by a short period of rest. Tabata training works on set intervals of 20 seconds of “work” followed by 10 seconds of “rest” (recovery). This is typically performed for 8 rounds and completes a 4-minute Tabata workout. You can then change the exercise (for variety) or repeat the same exercise to complete multiple rounds, based on your fitness level.
Aerobic exercise has many health benefits and can reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and some cancers. It can also assist with maintaining strong bones and muscles, lowering your blood pressure, and optimising your physical and mental well-being. If you can progress your Tabata training sessions to just 24 minutes per session and complete just 3 sessions x per week, you will (pretty much) achieve your weekly recommended aerobic goal. (As advised by the Australian Health Guidelines)
The best part! This type of training can be performed using just bodyweight exercises, and therefore can be completed anywhere and anytime! This is ideal for busy mum’s, professionals always on the go, and those who travel regularly!
Tabata workouts are featured in our new “Mums with Bubs” program and as part of our “Wellbeing Challenge” which is coming soon to our website! Sign up today to be the first to know when these will be released!
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