Interval training question?!


Question: Interval training question.?
Hi, i've decided to start with interval training because well according to many sources it burns fat more efficiently and also i've been jogging for almost 2 years so boring. So i have a few questions hope this is in your area. 1st seems like interval training is sooo good.. for example burns fat better you dont need to do as much HIIT as normal jogging to get results seems too good to be true what are the down sides.? if there's one of course. 2nd is it bad for your knee.? i mean you're gonna be changing speed so much would it injure your knee or any body part.?. 3rd I used to jog 5 times per week but i've heard that when doing interval training you have to rest a day or more before doing it again is it true and why.? 4th what is the best routine.? do you recommend.? btw i dont have a tredmill thank you!Health Question & Answer


Answers:
1. Downsides to Interval Training: There really aren't that many. The main one that I can think of is that it won't increase your ability to run long distances, if that is something that you are interested in. also, interval training is hard. The hype is that because it is short it is easier, and that is not necessarily true. Try it, if you can stand it, add it to your routine.

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2. Does it cause more injuries: No, if your form is good.

From http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/tipsa...
Interval training also helps prevent the injuries often associated with repetitive endurance exercise, and they allow you to increase your training intensity without over training or burn-out. In this way, adding intervals to your workout routine is a good way to cross train.

That said, you need to make sure you work up to your pace slowly, or you will greatly increase your chance of injury.

3. I used to jog, should I rest a day between intervals: First, that depends on how long it has been since you used to jog all the time. If it has been more than six months or 15 pounds, you are going to need those extra rest days. Part of it is also your age. Older than 30.? You should probably rest.

I would recommend 2 or 3 times a week, with a days rest, for the first two weeks, even if you have been running constantly and are less than 30. Otherwise, extend that period out to a month or two. By that time, your body should be telling you what it can handle.

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The HIIT approach to cardio exercise is very physically demanding and isn

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