interval training
noun
: a method of physical training that involves alternating brief periods (such as 1 to 2 minutes) of intense exercise with longer periods (such as 3 to 5 minutes) of less intense activity
This challenging 45-minute routine uses a strategy called interval training—alternating high-intensity activity with periods of "active rest," or lower-intensity exercise.—
Troy DeMond
Troy DeMond… interval training works both the aerobic and the anaerobic system. During the high intensity efforts, the anaerobic system uses the energy stored in the muscles (glycogen) for short bursts of activity.—Donna Cotnam
see also high-intensity interval training
Donna CotnamExamples of interval training in a Sentence
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More research and longer-term studies into the impacts of interval training are needed.
—New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2024
Incline Range An incline range can lend variability to your workouts and is a great feature to have on hand for interval training or steep hikes.
—Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 12 Sep. 2024
But a new study published in the journal Stroke suggests that some stroke survivors may get a better health boost from high intensity interval training (HIIT) — and suffer no health issues from these more challenging workouts.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 9 Aug. 2024
Time crunch training: When finding time to exercise is a problem, low-volume, high intensity interval training (HIIT) programs allow a shorter exercise session with the same gain or better.
—Ian McMahan, Washington Post, 7 July 2024
However, walking, jogging, yoga, and strength training showed the most benefits, with running and interval training the most effective.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 May 2024
Meredith calls it sprint interval training – or SIT.
—Mark Jackson, Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
The exception were folks doing high-intensity exercise, such as such as interval training, less than one hour before bed.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2024
Strength training, running a few miles twice a week and taking high intensity interval training classes.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2024
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New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2024
Incline Range An incline range can lend variability to your workouts and is a great feature to have on hand for interval training or steep hikes.
—Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 12 Sep. 2024
But a new study published in the journal Stroke suggests that some stroke survivors may get a better health boost from high intensity interval training (HIIT) — and suffer no health issues from these more challenging workouts.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 9 Aug. 2024
Time crunch training: When finding time to exercise is a problem, low-volume, high intensity interval training (HIIT) programs allow a shorter exercise session with the same gain or better.
—Ian McMahan, Washington Post, 7 July 2024
However, walking, jogging, yoga, and strength training showed the most benefits, with running and interval training the most effective.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 May 2024
Meredith calls it sprint interval training – or SIT.
—Mark Jackson, Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
The exception were folks doing high-intensity exercise, such as such as interval training, less than one hour before bed.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2024
Strength training, running a few miles twice a week and taking high intensity interval training classes.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2024
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“Interval training.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interval%20training. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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