{"id":58636,"date":"2024-01-15T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-14T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/blog\/uncategorized\/20-min-tabata-workout\/"},"modified":"2024-01-15T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-01-14T23:00:00","slug":"20-min-tabata-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/blog\/move\/20-min-tabata-workout\/","title":{"rendered":"Workout of the week: 20-min Tabata workout"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>ALL LEVELS&nbsp;<\/strong>\/ Tabata workout \/ 20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Equipment<\/strong>: Dumbbells, incline chest machine, dips bar, kettlebells &amp; gym mat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the realm of New Year resolutions, terms like metabolic, functional or isometric can seem like an overwhelming labyrinth. Amidst those terms is&nbsp;<strong>HIIT, an acronym for High-Intensity Interval Training<\/strong>. Among the different types of HIIT workouts is&nbsp;<strong>Tabata.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Created by Dr Izumi Tabata, it consists of 20 seconds of flat-out exercise at maximum intensity with 10 seconds of rest,&nbsp;<\/strong>the perfect timing to the tone for an exciting fitness journey ahead of you this new year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today&#8217;s&nbsp;<strong>Tabata workout&nbsp;<\/strong>has 4 Tabatas in it, each with&nbsp;<strong>2 exercises<\/strong>&nbsp;to perform in&nbsp;<strong>4 rounds<\/strong>. Only after completing the rounds, you move on to the next Tabata. You\u2019ll get&nbsp;<strong>a 1-minute rest between each Tabata<\/strong>. In total, this workout should last around&nbsp;<strong>20 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tabata 1&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dumbbell box step-ups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push-row combo<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tabata 2&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Incline chest press<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dips<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tabata 3&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kettlebell deadlift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One arm row<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tabata 4<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mountain climbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Side plank<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ready? Let&#8217;s HIIT it!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WORKOUT SETUP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4 Tabatas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 exercises each Tabata<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20 sec on, 10 off each exercise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 rounds each Tabata<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1-minute rest between Tabatas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equipment: Dumbbells, incline chest machine, dips bar, kettlebells &amp; gym mat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WORKOUT EXERCISE LIST<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1st TABATA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4 rounds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 &#8211; DUMBBELL BOX STEP-UPS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 sec on, 10 sec off<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab and hold the dumbbells in your hands.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step up with the right foot \u2014 press through the heel to straighten the leg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The left foot should then meet the right one on the top of the step.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your right knee and step down with the opposite foot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hAEjZcgvlho?si=mnnXEXjZauMUk1kt\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 &#8211; PUSH-ROW COMBO<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 sec on, 10 sec off<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab a pair of dumbbells and set your body up.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your hands and feet should be more than shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now lower your body until your chest is parallel to your hands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push up with power and row one dumbbell at a time up to your chest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly return to the starting position until you have reached the desired rep range.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rPxt0iDAfRs?si=JuKaYs8gtL0NpBoU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2nd TABATA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4 rounds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 &#8211; INCLINE CHEST PRESS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 sec on, 10 sec off<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lean back and press your feet actively onto the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find a symmetrical grip that lets your forearms stand almost parallel to the floor in the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage your core and press forward and up with as much as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your back stays in contact with the cushion behind you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_oBJzf_bnE0?si=CzbIQ-1HmD7FwYZW\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 &#8211; DIPS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 sec on, 10 sec off<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab the bars and boost yourself up. Engage the core, looking forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your knees \u2014 it will help you with stabilisation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keeping your elbows at your side, lower your body. Your triceps should be parallel to the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring yourself back up without locking your elbows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wdThJwNWoNY?si=Q1ukOFPbZ9Y44hR6\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3rd TABATA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4 rounds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 &#8211; KETTLEBELL DEADLIFT <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 sec on, 10 sec off<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab a kettlebell and place it between your feet that should be shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slightly bend your knees, bend your upper body forward and grab the handle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now tension your core and while keeping your back straight lift the kettlebell up to hip level.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the top, you should be standing proud while keeping your shoulders, core and glutes under tension.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now slowly return back down while keeping the tension in your body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RvB-eFukdWs?si=eB6BQTVKgGP0dftE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 &#8211; ONE ARM ROW <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 sec on, 10 sec off (unilateral per round)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hinge back your hip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick up a medium-weight kettlebell.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage the lats and row the bell.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you bend your elbows and retract your shoulder blades.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sduYWYgVRAU?si=4d5pbQU1bWkQ_0WE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4th TABATA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4 rounds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 &#8211; MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 sec on, 10 sec off<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start with your hands on the floor at shoulder-width, with arms extended. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The hands must be in line with your chest line. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try to maintain your trunk straight while you pull your knee to the projected chest line on the floor. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull your knees alternately to your chest. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you\u2019re standing on your hands with a tight core.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Uuq36PfJ1UY?si=TBCpkbxn5kFnuT5K\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 &#8211; SIDE PLANK<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 sec on, 10 sec off (unilateral per round)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lie on the floor on your right side and with your left foot placed on top of your right foot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place your right forearm below your right shoulder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your hips while concentrating on your core. Raise your hips until your body is fully aligned and straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for 20 seconds. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VTV5T3EjHm8?si=oXQpjSK75IhcZPFb\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A quick and effective Tabata workout. 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