The Tabata Workout | LOVETHAT MAG

January 2, 2014

We’ve all probably eaten and drunk way too much over the past couple of weeks, and most of us are probably dreading getting back to the gym. Whilst it is common to feel like you might not have time to go, now with Tabata training, there really is no excuse to not work out.Devised by Japanese scientist Dr Izumi Tabata, the High Intensity Interval training workout lasts just 4 minutes, with 20 seconds of effort, followed by 10 seconds of rest. Moves are designed to target the whole body, or at least the major muscle groups, so you get a muscular workout as well as a cardiovascular one. For example, you could do press ups, lunges, squats and leg raises. Once you have done all these, you’ll be 2 minutes into it, so repeat the process and you’re done.Whilst it might sound way too good to be true, 4 minutes of this and we can pretty much guarantee you’ll feel differently about it.

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First, I want to say thank you for convincing me to do Tabata! I was struggling to lose weight and Finally I found something that helped! I really appreciate your coaching! - Craig T.

Ever since I was convinced to do Tabata I have seen huge results, I lost 6 pounds and gained energy in the first 3 weeks. I have been working out for 3 months before I decided to do Tabata and I struggled to lose weight. At first I thought "How am I losing weight by bringing my heart rate up then cooling down then bringing it up again?" I don’t know how it works but it does! Thank you!! - Theresa F.

The first day of Tabata, I wondered WHAT AM I DOING - I AM 56 !! Five weeks later I knew that it was what I needed. I learned that I could push myself well beyond my comfort zone and feel good later. I have a marked improvement in physical as well as emotional endurance. - Lyn C.

When I was first told about Tabata I was very excited from the word go, however that excitement stemmed from the fact that I had no clue what it meant. I missed the first week of class b/c I was traveling for work so when I came in during the 2nd week I had some making it up to do. It was hard at first b/c my body wasn't used to working out at such a fast pace, but once I got into a rhythm I started to feel very good. These classes are no joke. If you stick with it you will leave there feeling stronger, healthier and overall better about yourself and what you've accomplished. I would recommend these classes to anyone. Darrin is a great trainer and he'll keep you going with his energy. - Jami L.