Tabata Timer

Eight rounds of 20 seconds all-out work and 10 seconds rest: four minutes in total.

Ready: Get ready
00:10

Total left 04:00 · 04:00 in all

What is a Tabata workout?

What is a Tabata workout? A Tabata workout is 8 rounds of 20 seconds of maximum-effort exercise followed by 10 seconds of rest, lasting 4 minutes. It is named after Izumi Tabata, whose 1996 study used this protocol on exercise bikes.

How to use the tabata timer

  1. Press Start for a 10-second get-ready countdown.
  2. Work hard for 20 seconds, rest for 10, eight times.
  3. Stack several Tabatas by increasing the rounds or pressing Start again.

Features

  • Pre-set to the classic protocol
  • Get-ready countdown
  • Clear round counter: Round 3 of 8

Good for

  • Sprints
  • Burpees, squats and kettlebell swings
  • Finishers at the end of a session

Frequently asked questions

Is a Tabata workout suitable for beginners?

The format is short but intense. Beginners can use easier exercises or longer rest by adjusting the settings, and anyone with a health condition should check with a professional before high-intensity exercise.