High Intensity Interval Training requires exercising at high intensity
levels for 1-3 minutes, and follow-up with a recovery period that is
approximately 2 to 3 times longer.
HIIT can apply whether you run or walk. It just is a matter of raising the incline level and getting
the heart beating faster.
Treadmills are ideal for aerobic workouts like High Intensity Interval
Training.
You crank the treadmill up to a high incline for several minutes then reduce the level and slow down to a walk or slow jog.
You can either use existing hill or interval programs on the treadmill
(most at least have hill training), or you can manually control the
workout to a level you feel comfortable with.
The important point is get out of the rut. Experiment with different
speeds and incline levels.
As you start getting comfortable at a certain level for a certain period, increase both the incline and the
period of time. The benefits of breaking out of the rut is burning
more calories, getting in better shape and breaking up the boredom
of your exercise routine.
If you plan to increase your level of exercising, make sure you are
physically in shape to handle the intensity. You may want to check
with your physician first, particularly if you are just starting back
into a fitness routine.
The #1 fear that people have when investing in a home treadmill
(or any piece of exercise equipment) is that they won't use it.
You know the story. It gets delivered, you set it up and enjoy it for
a few days...and then it sits...and waits.
A few months down the road, you notice how dusty it has become
and how much space it's taking up. And you remember how much
weight you were determined to lose by using it faithfully every day.
But now, unfortunately, it doubles as a clothes rack. Never fear...
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