Bodies By M.E.

Short burst interval training, a new twist on circuit training, uses a series of high-intensity short duration exercises with a lower intensity exercise such as walking, cycling or any other low activity mode of exercise you enjoy.

During a SBT session your goal is to go all out for 30-60 seconds before entering a recovery period with repeats of the high/low intensity intervals for the entire workout utilizing carbohydrate as a fuel source. By contrast a traditional endurance training program is designed to keep the body moving at a more moderate intensity for longer periods of time utilizing carbohydrate and fat for fuel. The benefits of traditional training include improved cardiovascular function, reduction of diabetes,high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and body fat.

Why SBT? Recent research is now suggesting a new theory that SBT is even more effective  in achieving the same goals as traditional training in a shorter period of time. As stated in my previous blog, traditional aerobic training may not improve the body’s efficiency at fat oxidation after an exercise session ceases. There is a growing body of evidence suggesting that a SBT workout may increase the body’s efficiency at burning fuel even more effectively than a more moderate workout.

How do you decide which workout is best for you? I am a firm believer everyday is different. There are days that are jam packed with everything from carpool lines to corporate meetings and there are days life throws you a bone and you have the time for the nice long bike ride or run. Educating yourself on SBT gives you just one more choice in making time for fitness and one more reason not to make excuses.

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