I've been doing hill repeats for a while now, but I'm not sure if I'm doing them correctly. How do you incorporate hill training into your routine to improve your speed? Do you focus on short, intense sprints or longer, more endurance-based hill repeats? Any tips on how to get the most out of hill training would be appreciated!
I've found that mixing it up between short sprints and longer repeats keeps things interesting and prevents plateaus. I'll do 3-4 short, all-out sprints up a steep hill, then follow it up with 2-3 longer repeats at a high effort. Focus on proper form and explosive power, and don't be afraid to walk or jog back down to recover. Consistency is key, so try to fit in hill training at least once a week.
Consistency is key, I agree. I like to do hill repeats once a week, focusing on explosive power and proper form. I've found that mixing it up between short and long repeats helps prevent plateaus. Also, don't forget to warm up properly before starting your hill repeats, it makes a big difference.
I'm a fan of mixing it up too! I like to do a combination of short, intense sprints and longer hill repeats to work on both my speed and endurance. I've also found that focusing on proper form and explosive power is key, especially on the shorter sprints. Thanks for the tip on incorporating hill training into my routine at least once a week, I'll definitely try to make that a priority!