Has anyone tried Tabata?

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meghan6867
meghan6867 Posts: 388 Member
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My local rec center offeres a Tabata class on Saturday mornings. I was thinking about trying this weekend. Has anyone tried this? What are your thoughts?

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  • parvati
    parvati Posts: 432 Member
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    It is hard, effective & will kick your butt!! :)
    You should totally try it!!!
  • IronSmasher
    IronSmasher Posts: 3,908 Member
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    A tabata is a 4min workout.
  • Puckeysrun
    Puckeysrun Posts: 25 Member
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    Yes, I did this a couple of times at boot camp. Just high intensity workout for a few minutes, then change to next workout. I thought it was good!
  • steph2marie
    steph2marie Posts: 1
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    Also do it at Boot Camp. Good workout because it changes frequently.
  • JennATC
    JennATC Posts: 64
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    I just did a Tabata interval workout this morning, and I really liked it!
  • alisonmcgregor
    alisonmcgregor Posts: 2
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    It's hard work but kicks butt
  • allegedglobalconspiracy
    allegedglobalconspiracy Posts: 65 Member
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    If done correctly, Tabata interval drills are tremendously effective. Using a large muscle group like legs in the way that the Tabata protocol calls for creates an oxygen deficit that will torch the pounds. Very worth it, but they can be brutal. Good luck!
  • Aerodynamicism
    Aerodynamicism Posts: 13
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    Yes, I've tried it and I have no doubt that it's effective. HIIT is much better for seeing quick results as it continues to boost your metabolism long after you've finished the workout. It's extremely challenging though. I feel more exhausted after a four minute Tabata session than I do after a fifty minute run. But, if you're seeking fast results then it'll definitely be worth it.
  • meghan6867
    meghan6867 Posts: 388 Member
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    Well... I'm little frightened now.. haha! But I'm gonna do it!!! Thanks for your feedback everyone! :smile:

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