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Old 10-14-2013, 08:48   #4
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We do this at work all the time. The program we use are based on the 1-minute rotation (20-seconds work, 10-seconds rest, repeat X2.) Usually incorporate seven to ten exercises with or without an apparatus or other equipment. With a 400m run or incline treadmill at 5mph between sets. Sets are repeated three to five times depending on available time but usually last an hour or less. It can be a smoker!

There a few good "Tabata Timer" apps for iPhone. We have a nice big digital clock timer that keeps us on track.
Thanks for the G2. The tabata timer app is a great piece of gear. Cost about $3.00, works like a charm.

This tabata stuff is the real deal. I've been using some stuff around the farm, sledgehammer and a railroad tie, as well as one of those chin up/dip/pushup/ab stands. Brutal workout. I'm wearing a heart rate monitor, and find the tabata workouts do a great job of maxing out the heart rate, in addition to whatever muscle groups you're hitting.
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