Quote Originally Posted by Salty View Post
Quote Originally Posted by Clubber View Post
"AKE THE TABATA TEST If you think you've got what it takes, here's the drill. First, do a five-minute warm-up by running, cycling, or jumping rope for five minutes at about 40% of your full effort. For the intervals, work on a track, treadmill, stationary bike, elliptical trainer, or a heavy gym bag, and alternate 20 seconds of activity at full effort with 10-second rest periods. Each sprint-rest combo counts as one interval. After the intense section, do a five-minute cool-down in the same way you warmed up. Try to do four intervals at first, then gradually work your way up to six. Repeat the workout three to four days a week."



So this doesn't apply to just running. It can be used for training on a heavybag as well?
The guy who "discovered" tabata's recommends 8 intervals as a set, but would be smart to start lower and work your way up if your fitness level is low. But if high just go straight out with 8 and see how quickly you improve.
Yep...8 is insane to think you can do to start. Salty got me on to these and I am forever grateful. I had v good cardio going in and could do like maybe 4...and had to jog the remaining 4 or so...but in short order it seemed, all 8 full out came.