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Interval training Definition Training that consists of periods of work followed by period of rest Components of fitness developed - Aerobic capacity - Anaerobic capacity - Speed - Local muscular endurance - Muscular power & strength Examples of the methods - Swimming - Running - Rope jumping - Biking - Rowing Reasons why to use this method of training? - Improve the cardiovascular strength/ endurance of athletes - Increase fitness and burns more calories over a short period of time than steady-state cardio - Control blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity - Effective workout in an efficient time Which sports or athletes would use this method? - Basketball - Soccer - Hockey
- Tennis - Rugby - Runner/ splinter Training design Start with a 5-minute preparation and warm up Then run for 2 minutes at 90 to 95 percent of maximum heart rate. Take 2 minutes active recovery Repeat the 2 on/2 off pattern 3 more times. Finish with a 3-minute cooldown. References https://www.jenreviews.com/intervaltraining/ https://www.concept2.com/news/7-reasons-to-include-intervals-you r-workouts Karp, J.R., Ph.D. Interval Training: Short Workouts That Really Pay Off. Retrieved from https://www.shape.com/fitness/workouts/interval-training-short-w orkouts-really-pay