Norwegian 4x4 Timer app icon

Train your VO2 max

A dead-simple iPhone interval timer for the Norwegian 4x4 protocol. Or any custom interval workout you want to build.

Download on the App Store

Home screen showing warm-up, work, rest, interval, and cool-down settings above a workout timeline chart
Set it up once
Live workout screen with a countdown ring reading 3:58 remaining during work interval 1 of 4
Run the workout
Settings screen with sound and vibration toggles and separate transition sounds for work and rest
Pick your alerts

Customizable intervals

Configure the duration of warm-up, work, rest and cool-down, as well as the number of sets.

Sound and vibration alerts

Never miss a phase change! Tones play at every transition, even when the app is in the background, and when you're listening to music or a podcast.

Local-first privacy

Get started immediately with no sign-up or account required. Your settings and workout history stay completely private and local to your iPhone.

What is the Norwegian 4x4 protocol?

It's a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) protocol designed to maximize VO2 max and cardiovascular health and performance. It consists of four intervals of four minutes each, performed at 85-95% of your max heart rate, with three minute rest/active recovery periods in between.

What is VO2 max?

Also known as the maximal oxygen consumption, or maximal aerobic capacity, it's the maximum rate of oxygen consumption during intense exercise. It's a measure of your cardiovascular fitness and endurance.