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Area of Science:

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Public Health
  • Sports Medicine

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  • COVID-19 pandemic measures led to closures of fitness facilities, disrupting traditional aerobic exercise.
  • Physical inactivity increased risk factors like insulin resistance, hypertension, inflammation, weight gain, and mental health issues.
  • Need for accessible exercise alternatives during social isolation is critical.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose interval training (IT) as a feasible and safe alternative for maintaining physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To highlight practical applications of IT protocols adaptable to domestic environments.
  • To offer solutions for preventing detraining and improving health amidst pandemic-related inactivity.

Main Methods:

  • Review and presentation of interval training (IT) variations, including sprint interval training and Tabata protocols.
  • Focus on protocols requiring minimal or no specialized equipment.
  • Adaptability of IT to various environments, including home settings.

Main Results:

  • IT provides similar or superior health benefits compared to moderate-intensity continuous exercise.
  • Sprint interval training and Tabata protocols are suitable for social isolation due to low equipment needs and controlled intensity.
  • IT can be performed efficiently in domestic environments to maintain or improve physical fitness.

Conclusions:

  • Interval training is a viable, low-cost, and accessible exercise modality to counteract physical inactivity during pandemics.
  • Specific IT protocols can be effectively implemented at home without specialized facilities.
  • IT offers a practical strategy to preserve and enhance physical fitness and overall health during periods of restricted movement.