Jesse’s 1st video blog post

Jesse speaks to us about the benefits of interval training, and gives specific guidance on how to do it.  At points he gets a bit geeky with the science behind it, but it is very informative.  Thanks Jesse!

Here are a few key takeaways:

  • Shorter, more intense runs give more benefits than longer, moderate runs
  • Example intervals are 2 minutes slow/1 minute fast or 1 minute slow/30 seconds fast.  Total duration should be 20-30 minutes; do it twice a week
  • Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC) allows you to burn calories even after your run
  • Improves VO2 max, which is your muscles’ ability to consume oxygen
  • You’re a runner, not a jogger.  You were born to run!

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This entry was posted on Tuesday, April 13th, 2010 at 3:39 pm and is filed under Exercise.

  • hrrkii

    Thank you for the great info Jesse.

    I've always enjoyed doing more interval style workouts, good to know it actually has some benefit beyond being more fun.

  • http://twitter.com/jeakau Jeanette Kautzman

    Great info! I think now I'm doing the right thing, instead of trying to work hard at doing an hour or more, it's good to hear I get benefits from my 30 min. Oh, and Love the shirt! How do I get one?

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  • http://www.bootcamp360kc.com/ Jamie Plunkett

    Yes it is indeed an informative article which is regarding benefits of interval training . I often used to go for long run than short run , By doing so , I was tired very soon . Now your tips have really helped me a lot and believe that it would be really helpful for me .