Interval Training

Interval training is a fantastic method of exercise which has been around for many years - but many people have not heard of it.

Interval training has many advantages over straight aerobics or gym work. Apart from getting you healthier and slimmer, it also takes a shorter time.

Sounds to good to be true?

Well, the challenge for many is that although interval training can be done relatively quickly, it is also pretty strenuous. In fact, this is the source of its power. 

Challenging though it is, I think it's well worth it. In fact, I think it's indispensable.

These pages cover every aspect of interval training. See what you think.

• How Important is Interval Training?
  
  A brief introduction to the importance of interval training.
• Official Exercise Recommendations
  
  Official exercise regulations in the UK and USA. Similar - but completely missing out on interval training.
• The Problem with Aerobics
  
  A summary of why aerobics is a poor form of exercise by itself. Even combined with weight-bearing exercise, that's not enough.
• Weight Bearing Issues
  
  Weight-bearing exercise, as with aerobic exercise, generally carries out exercises in a very unnatural way. This is far from optimal.
• Interval Training is King
  
  Interval trainign is not only proven to work better for general health - and for many specific conditions - it also has other major advantages.
• How To Do It
  
  How to get started with interval training - her is a rundown of the basics.
• Quick Start Interval Training
  
  Do you want to hit the ground running? Here are two short workouts to get you going fast.
• Resources
  
  Resources for interval training - books, videos, ideas.
• A Warning
  
  The one negative factor about interval training; it's quite hard work.
• Crib sheet for interval training workout
  
  A memory aid for the sofa exercise routine.