HIIT | Inteval Timer | Tabata for Android

11 things about HIIT | Inteval Timer | Tabata

1. High intensity interval training (HIIT), also called high intensity intermittent exercise (Hiie) or interval speed training, which is used in Tabata, is an enhanced form of interval training, an exercise strategy alternating periods of intense short anaerobic exercise with periods of less intense recovery.

2. HIIT session consists of a warm-up exercise period, followed by six to twelve repetitions of high-intensity exercise, separated by medium-intensity exercise, and ending with a cool-down exercise period.

3. Due to the exercise intensity of this type of training is not for everyone.

4. HIIT is a form of cardiovascular exercise.

5. High-intensity exercise should be done at near maximum intensity.

6. You can use this application for workouts such as: Tabata, crossfit, boxing, fartlek, kettlebell, jump ropes, meditation, yoga and other fitness exercises that could use the timer.

7. The medium exercise should be approximately 50% intensity.

8. The original protocol set a 2:1 ratio of work for recovery periods, for example, 20-40 seconds of hard sprinting alternated with 10-20 seconds of jogging or walking.

9. The number of repetitions and the duration of each depends on the exercise.

10. These short, intense workouts provide improved athletic ability and condition, improved glucose metabolism and improved fat burning.

11. - Professional trainer to create exercise program for you.