Countdown Timer
Need a set time limit for your workout? Our countdown timer lets you choose minutes and seconds, then start the clock. Perfect for sprint intervals, rounds for time, or any workout that ends when the clock hits zero. Ideal for tracking fixed-duration efforts and measuring your progress.
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Featured Countdown Workouts
30-30 HIIT Intervals
IntermediateA high-intensity interval training workout alternating between work and rest periods.
Exercises:
- 30 sec: Sprint/High Knees
- 30 sec: Rest/Walk
- 30 sec: Burpees
- 30 sec: Rest/Walk
- 30 sec: Mountain Climbers
- 30 sec: Rest/Walk
- Repeat for 10-20 minutes
Timer Settings:
Descending Pyramid
AdvancedA challenging countdown workout with decreasing work periods and consistent rest.
Exercises:
- 5 min: Row or Run
- 1 min: Rest
- 4 min: Kettlebell Swings
- 1 min: Rest
- 3 min: Push-ups
- 1 min: Rest
- 2 min: Plank Hold
- 1 min: Rest
- 1 min: Burpees (max effort)
Timer Settings:
Using a Countdown Timer for Workouts
A countdown timer creates urgency and helps maintain intensity throughout your workout. When you can see exactly how much time remains, you can pace yourself appropriately and push through fatigue when necessary. Countdown timers are versatile tools that can be adapted to almost any training style.
Features of Our Countdown Timer
Our countdown timer includes several useful features:
- Set both minutes and seconds for precise timing
- Large, easy-to-read display visible from a distance
- Audio alerts at the start and finish of your countdown
- Pause functionality for unexpected interruptions
- Fullscreen mode for distraction-free training
- Keyboard shortcuts: Space (Start/Pause), R (Reset), F (Fullscreen)
Popular Countdown Timer Workouts
Here are some effective ways to use our countdown timer:
Fixed Time Challenge (5 minutes):
Set the timer for 5:00 and complete:
- As many burpees as possible
Record your total and try to beat it next time
Descending Interval Ladder:
Complete the following intervals with 1 minute rest between each:
- 5:00 - Run or row
- 4:00 - Kettlebell swings
- 3:00 - Push-ups
- 2:00 - Plank hold
- 1:00 - Max effort burpees
30-30 Intervals (10 minutes total):
Set the timer for 0:30 and alternate between:
- 30 seconds - High-intensity exercise (sprinting, jumping, etc.)
- 30 seconds - Rest or low-intensity movement
Repeat 10 times for a 10-minute workout
The beauty of a countdown timer is its versatility. You can use it for traditional cardio workouts, strength training, circuit training, or active recovery sessions. By tracking your performance across multiple sessions, you can measure your fitness progress over time.