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July 1, 2025 11 mins

How to Tell Patients about Adding in Intervals to Their Physical Activity Program

 

Guest: Kate Russell, C.E.P.

Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.

 

Intervals are a hugely beneficial addition to any exercise program. As with any exercise topic, finding good information can be difficult and overwhelming. We will discuss how to modify intervals to fit patients of all ages, fitness levels, and limitations

 

Topics Discussed:

  • How do I do intervals if I am unable to run?
  • Should I base my intensity on heart rates?
  • What’s more important, the length of the interval or the intensity?

 

Click here for the citation for the research article that Dr. Kopecky references, or see below:

Stamatakis E, Ahmadi M, Biswas RK, et al. Br J Sports Med Epub ahead of print: [01.13.2025]. doi:10.1136/ bjsports-2024-108484

 

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