Fitness
Hill Repeats for Running
Hill repeats for running are short uphill efforts that build power and lactate tolerance with lower impact than flat sprints. Full jog-down recovery keeps quality high.
Hill repeats for running are short uphill efforts that build power, stride force, and lactate tolerance with less impact than flat sprints. Jog down for recovery; keep reps crisp before form collapses.
Six to ten repeats on a moderate grade often suffice.
Common questions
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What grade works best for hill repeats?
A moderate grade you can attack with good posture for thirty to ninety seconds is ideal—roughly four to eight percent for many runners. Jog down fully; form beats heroics.
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