FITMAS: Day 7 Of 12: Killer Hills Do Hard Things podcast

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Welcome back, Do Hard Things Nation! It’s Day 7 of our 12 Days of FITMAS, and today, we're taking our fitness to new heights with the Killer Hill Challenge. Hill running isn't just a change of scenery; it’s a game-changer for your running routine.
Hill running is a powerhouse workout. It’s like strength training and cardio rolled into one. Running uphill challenges your muscles, especially your glutes, hamstrings, quads, and calves, providing an intense strength workout. But that’s not all; it also improves your cardiovascular endurance. Each hill repeat pushes your heart and lungs, enhancing your overall aerobic capacity. And let’s talk form – hill running encourages you to adopt a more efficient running technique, which translates into better performance on flat ground
Hill Running Instructions:

Warm-Up: Begin with Lunge Matrix & Leg Swings (1st Day of Fitmas) and a light jog on flat ground for 10-20 minutes.
Find a Short Hill: Locate a hill or stairs no more than 300 to 500 feet tall.
Run Up the Hill:
- Start at the bottom, running up at a 5K pace.
- Medium hills should last 45 to 60 seconds, maintaining good form.
- Turn around, jog down for recovery.
- Complete 8 hill repeats.
Cool Down: After the 8th repeat, end with a 10-minute run and an active cooldown.

Challenge:

Find a hill or stairs.
Perform the Killer Hill Challenge.
Share a photo or route map using #12DaysOfFitmas. Let's conquer the heights together!

Ready for the Challenge?

Tag your workout buddy.
Gear up for the Killer Hill Challenge and make Day 7 a summit to remember!

Feel the rush of accomplishment as you conquer those hills and elevate your Fitmas journey!

Warm regards,

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Warm-Up: Begin with Lunge Matrix & Leg Swings (1st Day of Fitmas) and a light jog on flat ground for 10-20 minutes.
Find a Short Hill: Locate a hill or stairs no more than 300 to 500 feet tall.
Run Up the Hill:
- Start at the bottom, running up at a 5K pace.
- Medium hills should last 45 to 60 seconds, maintaining good form.
- Turn around, jog down for recovery.
- Complete 8 hill repeats.
Cool Down: After the 8th repeat, end with a 10-minute run and an active cooldown.