Tabata

Intermediate

Upper-body Tabata

Upper body · Push-ups and Plank shoulder taps

Timer
4:10 including countdown
Equipment
No equipment
Active calories
7–17 kcal

Rough estimate for 70 kg (154 lb) of body weight. Pace, rest and movement affect actual energy use. Adult Compendium

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Tabata

How it works

After a 10-second countdown, do 8 intervals of 20 seconds of work and 10 seconds of recovery. Switch to the next movement every interval.

The training time includes the final recovery interval.

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The movements

  1. Push-ups

    Place your hands about shoulder-width apart. Lower your chest and hips together, then press back up as one unit.

    Make it easier Set your knees down or put your hands on a stable raised surface.

    20 sec each interval
  2. Plank shoulder taps

    From a high plank, tap the opposite shoulder with one hand. Keep your hips steady and switch sides.

    Make it easier Set your feet slightly wider apart.

    20 sec each interval