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Thought I would let you know the results of adding Tabata to my training for endurance athletes. (not that I am a real athlete)
I have been doing Tabata 3X a week for a few months without fail (i have done it off and on for years but never as a routine). at 45 i have always had problems keeping up with the young guys in the ring or on the mat due to my cardio failing.
Last tuesday I sparred 10 rounds back to back with a one minute rest between each. hands were heavy at the end but i could have gone 2-3 more.
Give it a try. just do not over do it. 3X a week is perfect. I use the recumbent bike 1 time a week at the gym. at the camp i do tabata punching on the wall bag. and then I have a campmate hold thai pads for me and I do knees. I am at 10 intervals.
After doing this regimen i recover very quickly after max exertion. no more huffing and puffing for 2 minutes after. 30-45 seconds my heart rate has come down and my breathing has become regular. (also I have gained 10# of muscle over the last year which normally hurts cardio)
I have been doing Tabata 3X a week for a few months without fail (i have done it off and on for years but never as a routine). at 45 i have always had problems keeping up with the young guys in the ring or on the mat due to my cardio failing.
Last tuesday I sparred 10 rounds back to back with a one minute rest between each. hands were heavy at the end but i could have gone 2-3 more.
Give it a try. just do not over do it. 3X a week is perfect. I use the recumbent bike 1 time a week at the gym. at the camp i do tabata punching on the wall bag. and then I have a campmate hold thai pads for me and I do knees. I am at 10 intervals.
After doing this regimen i recover very quickly after max exertion. no more huffing and puffing for 2 minutes after. 30-45 seconds my heart rate has come down and my breathing has become regular. (also I have gained 10# of muscle over the last year which normally hurts cardio)
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