Tabata

American  

[tuh-bah-tuh] / təˈbɑ tə /

Or tabata

noun

1. an exercise or fitness program involving repeated alternation between usually 20-second bursts of strenuous exertion and 10-second periods of rest, totaling four minutes for an entire round.

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Etymology

Origin of Tabata

First recorded in 1995–2000; named after Japanese professor Izumi Tabata, who created the program

Example Sentences

“We have always had to supplement by rehiring older workers,” said Kazuyuki Tabata, an Asuqa manager.

From New York Times • Jan. 7, 2023

“I was reminded by him that you can play music as you like,” said Mitsuru Tabata, a veteran Japanese experimental musician who has recorded with Reynols.

From New York Times • Dec. 2, 2022

Scherzer threw a slider that Pittsburgh’s Jose Tabata let hit him for the first base runner.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 15, 2022

Sporting midfielder Bruno Tabata also was suspended for two matches after being accused of pushing a Porto club official during the brawl.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 15, 2022

It was Tabata who gripped his arm tightly, not him gripping hers.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2018