High-Intensity Interval Training is good.
High-Intensity Interval Training is great. it is the quickest way to raise your VO2 Max. It should probably be done a couple of times a week.
Fast facts:
- “Tabatas” are just another name for HIIT.
- HIIT is often something like ~20 seconds of max effort, followed by 40 seconds of rest.
- You should use an interval timer, probably an app, because if you’re doing it right you won’t have the mental capacity to keep watch on a clock and count things.
- You should be hitting your peak Heart Rate Zones
- HIIT burns more calories per unit of time worked out than other exercises
- HIIT is very effective at raising VO2 Max