How to incorporate interval training into your routine

Interval training is a great way to add variety and challenge to your workout routine. Here are some steps to incorporate interval training into your routine:

• Start with a warm-up
• Choose your intervals
• Choose your exercise
• Perform the intervals
• Cool down

Start with a warm-up

Begin with a 5-10 minute warm-up to get your muscles ready for the workout.

Choose your intervals

Decide on the length of your intervals and the rest periods in between. A common ratio is 1:1 or 1:2, meaning the rest period is equal to or double the length of the work interval.

Choose your exercise

Select exercises that will get your heart rate up and challenge your muscles. Examples include sprints, burpees, jumping jacks, jump squats, or mountain climbers.

Perform the intervals

Alternate between the work intervals and the rest periods, pushing yourself during the work intervals and allowing yourself to recover during the rest periods. Start with a few intervals and gradually increase the number over time.

Cool down

End with a cool-down period, gradually slowing down your movements and stretching your muscles.