Sunday, November 18, 2007

Tabata Protocol

I am currently following the Tabata Protocols for my workouts. Several studies have shown that this is a very effective way to increase fitness. This clip is from a Crossfit workout, but is standard in how it is completed. The Tabata Protocol calls for 20 seconds of rapid work followed by a 10 second rest period. This clip shows it coupled with an alternating exercise, but it can be completed with only one exercise. The entire process begins with at least a 5 minute warm up and a 5-10 minute less intense cool down.

I have been warming up with Joint Mobility coupled with Halos and Wall Squats. I am performing double swings or single snatches over the last week or so. In the near I plan on adding some alternating work like the above clip.

Give it a try and see what you think.

We still have spots for our December 1st Kettlebell Basics Workshop. For more info go to www.gohomealive.com and look on the Events page. There is less than a week to take advantage of the special pricing.

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