Tabata is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), explains Chapman. It was originally developed by Japanese Professor, Dr Izumi Tabata to enhance performance for Olympic athletes.

For each move, do 8 sets of 20 secs resting for 10 secs between sets, then repeat the entire circuit. Due to their quick nature, most Tabata workouts are kit-free, with an exercise mat ...

However, some people (and fitness instructors) like to adapt the Tabata structure to follow a circuit. That means switching ...

“If you had done a strength training session or something a little bit more slow-paced but you wanted to finish with a big push, then you would pick one exercise and perform it in a Tabata style ...