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Insanity-style workout timer — Max Interval Training
Max Interval Training, the format used in Shaun T's Insanity, flips the classic HIIT ratio: 3 minutes of near-max effort followed by 30 seconds of rest, repeated 5 times. Tickline chains the whole 17.5-minute session and beeps every transition.
Frequently asked questions
What is Max Interval Training?
Max Interval Training, the format used by Shaun T's Insanity, flips the classic HIIT ratio: long, near-max work intervals of 3 minutes followed by 30 seconds of rest, repeated 4–6 times.
Is this the same as HIIT?
It's a cousin. Standard HIIT uses short 20–40 second bursts; Max Interval Training pushes the work interval to 3 minutes to stress the anaerobic system harder.
Do I need to be fit for this?
Yes — it's intense. Start with 3 rounds and add one per week only when you can finish clean.
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