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Hilly running
pixtotts
Posts: 552 Member
I've only just started the C25K program (zombie run version...) but by the time I near the end I will be house sitting in a different part of the county one which is especially hilly ( google the Malvern hills... the house is literally part way up them!)... Currently I run around my village which is pretty flat ground, any ideas on how I can prepare myself for the change in terrain?
My only idea currently is drop back a couple of weeks..but I'm house sitting up until the the 5K I have booked and I really want to get it completed in time for that...
But also does anyone have any tips in general for attempting to run on hills :S
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My only idea currently is drop back a couple of weeks..but I'm house sitting up until the the 5K I have booked and I really want to get it completed in time for that...
But also does anyone have any tips in general for attempting to run on hills :S
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Just take it slow - increase your cadence but take smaller steps. You'll find yourself more on the balls of your feet and pushing off like a bike. I wouldn't drop back, you'll just be running a little slower than flat terrain. It will actually be good for you and make you a stronger runner.0
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I have hills. Big hills. And nothing to add to what Tim just told you. He's spot on.0
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I have hills. Big hills. And nothing to add to what Tim just told you. He's spot on.
The joys of living in the Atlanta area!0 -
Oh. I do have one thing: do them for Boston (or another inspiration of your choice). It helps to maintain focus and *embrace* that hill0
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Thankyou!
I feel much better about facing them now
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