Do you really need to Tabata yourself into the ground all the time to get leaner, better conditioned or improve your fitness in record time? My answer: no. The entire point of doing Tempo Intervals is to achieve the opposite effect: 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫. The basics of a Tempo Interval are to do 10 seconds of work at a moderate intensity, followed by 60 seconds of active recovery. The key to doing them properly is the intensity and this is

This is a solid (and quick) explanation on Tempo. Tempo is the speed, or pace at which we perform an exercise. One the main benefits is learning to control the weight you're moving. Maintaining a specific pace will stop you from rushing through your reps and potentially sacrificing your form. | Bodybuilding.com