Treadmill Intervals
Technique guide
Set-up
- Warm up with a few minutes of easy walking or jogging.
How to do it
- Run at a fast pace for the work period.
- Drop to an easy pace for the recovery period.
- Repeat for the prescribed number of rounds.
- Finish with a few minutes of easy walking.
Coaching cues
- Pick a fast pace you can repeat for every round.
- Change the speed with the controls rather than jumping on and off the belt.
Common mistakes
- Going so hard in the first rounds that you can’t finish.
- Skipping the warm-up.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
Alternatives
Easier and harder versions of this movement, and the same movement with other equipment.
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