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February 2013 PMID 21812820

Adaptations to aerobic interval training: interactive effects of exercise intensity and total work duration.

S Seiler, K Jøranson, B V Olesen, K J Hetlelid

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Peak: 3 in Oct 2021
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The digital discussions reflect strong agreement and interest, with users referencing the study to support optimal interval training strategies, such as preferring 8-minute efforts over shorter or longer ones, and sharing personal experiences of improved performance. The tone combines curiosity, validation, and practical advice, illustrating how the research informs real-world training choices.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the findings of the publication, emphasizing its validation and relevance, such as references to how certain interval durations lead to better adaptations.

InterestHigh interest

The topics generate substantial interest from participants, especially among athletes and fitness enthusiasts, with mentions of VO2max and performance improvements.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants actively debate methods and implications, asking questions about effort levels and discussing personal experiences related to the research.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions show the article influences practice and thinking among athletes and coaches, indicating a moderate but meaningful impact on the training community.

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Dan Nash
@Dan_Nash94 · X

Link to paper: https://t.co/6L18mV84Mj

Jan 8, 2025 · 9 likes · 1 share · 5,351 followers View post →
Martin BS
@MedBonnevie · X

Link to @StephenSeiler et al’s original paper: https://t.co/87wWW1Y9aI

Sep 28, 2022 · 4 likes · 7,633 followers View post →
Dan Nash
@Dan_Nash94 · X

@NATURAUL @dwrowland This paper gives a nice comparison between 4x4, 4x8 & 4x16. Others out there seem to also suggest that dropping the intensity slightly (from 100 to ~90% VO2max) allows for a much greater duration of work to be completed and associated with ⬆️ adaptations https://t.co/Tzp8mvDr5o

Oct 25, 2021 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 5,351 followers View post →
Nathan Townsend
@DrNathanT · X

@BlueSpotScience @HeWaHippo @DrMarkBurnley @AndyBeetroot @Spragg_Perform 2/2 My own experience is that after a 4-6 wk block of max effort 6-8 min intervals I had some best ever road racing performances. That matches reports from athletes & coaches I've had over the yrs and this study from @StephenSeiler group... https://t.co/PqdgnsDpQa

Aug 10, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,195 followers View post →
Elite Performance NI Education
@EPNIEducation · X

Aerobic Interval Training Secrets: Exploring Intensity & Duration! https://t.co/yM4DFwf6G4 Adaptations to aerobic interval training: interactive effects of exercise intensity and total work duration: https://t.co/979z3Z7AK0 https://t.co/ocD5evgLC0

Feb 17, 2024 · 2 likes · 207 followers View post →
Greg Lehman
@GregLehman · X

@StephenSeiler sorry to bother. Could you tell me what maximal effort means in your paper here https://t.co/CD5Vfy5qcM Would there be a decline in speed/watts when you got to the 4th rep? Can you go too hard on the initial reps? Thanks.

Jan 4, 2025 · 1 like · 46,705 followers View post →

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Greg Lehman
@GregLehman · X

@freddiejevans_ @CatholicRunners At least one study supports that :) https://t.co/CD5Vfy4Sne

Nov 5, 2025 · 46,705 followers View post →
Mike S
@lime_crush · X

@jandeman1245 @CatholicRunners @StephenSeiler I think it's this one: https://t.co/g1oDV2CJFv

Nov 4, 2025 · 1 like · 406 followers View post →
Cat
@Im_actuallyacat · X

@ben_j_todd @PeterAttiaMD @bryan_johnson 4*8min at 90% heart rate with 2 min rest is better then 4*4min at 95% but 4*16 min is not better then 4*8 or 4*4 4*8min hat 11% improvement the others only 4-6% was looking for vo2max studies recently ;) https://t.co/8vhbun5Pjd

Apr 23, 2025 · 216 followers View post →
Dan Nash
@Dan_Nash94 · X

Link to paper: https://t.co/6L18mV84Mj

Jan 8, 2025 · 9 likes · 1 share · 5,351 followers View post →
Greg Lehman
@GregLehman · X

@BasVanHooren Older research had athletes giving max effort for each rep here https://t.co/CD5Vfy5qcM That means they aren’t saving themselves for the last one

Jan 4, 2025 · 46,705 followers View post →
Greg Lehman
@GregLehman · X

@StephenSeiler sorry to bother. Could you tell me what maximal effort means in your paper here https://t.co/CD5Vfy5qcM Would there be a decline in speed/watts when you got to the 4th rep? Can you go too hard on the initial reps? Thanks.

Jan 4, 2025 · 1 like · 46,705 followers View post →
FD
@franke_dave · X

Zone 2 training boosts aerobic capacity, enhancing your body's ability to use oxygen efficiently. Perfect for endurance athletes! #Fitness #EnduranceTraining https://t.co/KQYvEGp7Eo

Aug 3, 2024 · 73 followers View post →
Elite Performance NI Education
@EPNIEducation · X

Aerobic Interval Training Secrets: Exploring Intensity & Duration! https://t.co/yM4DFwf6G4 Adaptations to aerobic interval training: interactive effects of exercise intensity and total work duration: https://t.co/979z3Z7AK0 https://t.co/ocD5evgLC0

Feb 17, 2024 · 2 likes · 207 followers View post →
Stock Jockey
@CoffeeDrinker10 · X

@FitFounder Can you post your reference to your claim? See - https://t.co/ZmrQ92wCrl

Dec 26, 2023 · 82 followers View post →
Martin BS
@MedBonnevie · X

Link to @StephenSeiler et al’s original paper: https://t.co/87wWW1Y9aI

Sep 28, 2022 · 4 likes · 7,633 followers View post →
Alejandro Martinez
@amtriathlon · X

RT @DrNathanT: @BlueSpotScience @HeWaHippo @DrMarkBurnley @AndyBeetroot @Spragg_Perform 2/2 My own experience is that after a 4-6 wk block…

Aug 10, 2022 · 1 share · 850 followers View post →
Nathan Townsend
@DrNathanT · X

@BlueSpotScience @HeWaHippo @DrMarkBurnley @AndyBeetroot @Spragg_Perform 2/2 My own experience is that after a 4-6 wk block of max effort 6-8 min intervals I had some best ever road racing performances. That matches reports from athletes & coaches I've had over the yrs and this study from @StephenSeiler group... https://t.co/PqdgnsDpQa

Aug 10, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,195 followers View post →
jamiegiven
@jamiegiven · X

@FredrikMentzoni Reminds me of this paper. If I remember correctly Stephen Seiler has talked about how the subjects preferred the 8 min intervals over the four min intervals, and they actually got better adaptive gains from the 32 min of work. https://t.co/e4gkaFHDuH

Aug 5, 2022 · 1 like · 828 followers View post →
meatmotor
@themeatmotor · X

RT @Dan_Nash94: @NATURAUL @dwrowland This paper gives a nice comparison between 4x4, 4x8 & 4x16. Others out there seem to also suggest that…

Oct 26, 2021 · 2 shares · 51 followers View post →
Raúl Celdrán
@NTSAcademia · X

RT @Dan_Nash94: @NATURAUL @dwrowland This paper gives a nice comparison between 4x4, 4x8 & 4x16. Others out there seem to also suggest that…

Oct 25, 2021 · 2 shares · 3,085 followers View post →
Dan Nash
@Dan_Nash94 · X

@NATURAUL @dwrowland This paper gives a nice comparison between 4x4, 4x8 & 4x16. Others out there seem to also suggest that dropping the intensity slightly (from 100 to ~90% VO2max) allows for a much greater duration of work to be completed and associated with ⬆️ adaptations https://t.co/Tzp8mvDr5o

Oct 25, 2021 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 5,351 followers View post →