Climb the Stairs!

The blog of December 6, 2005 reviewed the importance of interval training in cardiovascular and muscle fitness and in getting off workout plateaus. Even if you are a beginner, it is easy to incorporate interval training into your exercise routine. Incorporating it is easy, of course, but actually doing it may be tough. Start off slowly. Ask a physician’s permission first, as when you go for your annual physical check-up. Here are some ways to incorporate interval training in your exercise routines:

For cardiovascular training:

You can alter the speed and – or incline on a treadmill for a minute or for two minutes. You can alter the speed and resistance on a stationary bicycle for a minute or for two minutes. You can alter the resistance on a stairmaster for a minute or for two minutes.

For weight training:

In between sets, you can do one of the following activities. Choose one per day or week.

Activity One:

Jog in place. Do this for a minute or two minutes between sets.

Activity Two:

Run up and down the stairs. Do this for a minute or two minutes between sets.

Activity Three:

Jump rope. Do this for a minute or two minutes between sets.

Activity Four:

Put on boxing gloves. Hit a punching bag. Do this for a minute or two minutes between sets.

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Disclaimer: Information on this blog is posted for information purposes, not as a substitute for professional medical advice.