Hill sprints are a great way to build endurance, as well as explosive power. They will also pack muscle onto your legs and build overall strength. This hill sprint workout is ideal for runners looking to improve VO2 max and overall conditioning.
As always, before any workout, ensure to warm up adequately prior to attempting this workout. A 10 minute light jog beforehand will suffice and is ideal to warm up the leg muscles.
When selecting a hill for this workout make sure it is long enough to enable at least 30 seconds of sprint time. The gradient is up to you and will depend on what is available and/or your fitness levels.
Hill Sprints Workout:
- Starting at the bottom, sprint uphill for 30 seconds – max effort!
- Jog back to the bottom of the hill (try not to walk, the downhill running will target your quads, so keep running!).
- Rest for 2 minutes.
- Repeat 6 – 10 times depending on your current fitness level.
Try this workout and watch your fitness and explosive power increase quickly!
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