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Interval Training Of 8 And 12 Seconds

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I read research done by an Australian University that showed women who swapped 30 minutes of non interval cardio for 20 minutes of 8 seconds (fast) 12 seconds (regular) on an exercise bike lost more weight. So I changed my routine and it has worked for me.

- Submitted by NANDAY 3/26/2010 in Exercise | 0 Comments

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12 minute, body weight only workouts...pike squats, jump squats, reverse planks...all while on a 30 second interval timer. Do what you can for 30 seconds and move on to the next workout. Do cardio before and stretching after to avoid straining.

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Good examples of the ones I am doing on found here...www.bodyrock.tv

- Submitted by DHALYIA 3/26/2010 | 2 Comments | View Secret

TABATA - FAST AND EFFECTIVE

I use the Japanese interval training system: Tabata.
It's a beautiful piece of torture that only takes minutes to complete.

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You can download apps that are free or very cheap so that you have the correct timer for it: 20 seconds on and 10 seconds rest. 8 exercise periods in one Tabata It is the best way to drop weight, to build muscle and work on your aerobic and anaerobic fitness.
See more at www.spirited-sports.com

- Submitted by GARTER2 3/26/2010 | 0 Comments | View Secret

Bike commute

Bike commuting is a good way to get in some cardio training and even intervals, if you're so inclined!

- Submitted by KA_JUN 3/26/2010 | 0 Comments | View Secret

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