Hill Training Builds Strength – And More

Hill training strengthens the legs for running, better than any other activity I know. At the same time it can help you maximize your stride length, increase leg speed, and improve  your ability to run hills in races. The hill training period provides a gentle introduction to faster running, while improving your capacity to perform the speed work later in the program.

In my 52 week plan* hills are gradually introduced into the program, while the long runs are increasing. Complete rest (by walking down the hill) so that injury risk is reduced to a very low level. A day off from running is also recommended after running hills.

*Learn more about hill training in Jeff’s book Running – A Year Round Plan  at: https://shop.phidippides.com/collections/books-dvds

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Jeff Galloway

Jeff Galloway, US Olympian and creator of the Run-Walk-Run method, has helped over 350,000 runners achieve their goals through his innovative training programs. As Runner's World's monthly columnist and author of North America's best-selling running book, Jeff has spent over 50 years sharing his expertise and continues to conduct running seminars worldwide as runDisney's Official Training Consultant.

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