HIIT Workout - Hill Sprints

Total Time - 43 min (including warm-up and cool down)

Workout Synopsis:

This is a running HIIT workout using the Norwegian Training Method. This is a very specific High Intensity Interval Training workout uses 4 minute intervals of intense training developed in Norway to efficiency as possible increase your VO2 Max.

High Intensity Interval Training - HIIT Training is a great way to challenge yourself mentally and physically. The main benefits are accelerated Fat Loss and Cardiovascular Health improvements.

Hill Sprints - Hill Sprints or Inclined Treadmill runs are the preferred test for this program design, they believe this is an easier method to control and elevate your heart rate to the appropriate intensity.

Interval Intensity - The goal each "working" interval is to increase your heart to 85-95% of your Max Heart Rate by the END of the interval. The goal is not to be this high within two minutes of the interval.

REST - This is a rest period, there is a recommended "relaxing walk pace" to recover.

Warm-Up (10 Minutes)

10 minutes of light running to get you warmed up for the workout.

Workout (28 Minutes)

4 Minutes - Hill Running or Inclined Treadmill *heart rate peaking between 85%-95% of your Max Heart Rate by the END

3 Minutes - REST - Relaxed walking

4 Minutes - Hill Running or Inclined Treadmill *heart rate peaking between 85%-95% of your Max Heart Rate by the END

3 Minutes - REST - Relaxed walking

4 Minutes - Hill Running or Inclined Treadmill *heart rate peaking between 85%-95% of your Max Heart Rate by the END

3 Minutes - REST - Relaxed walking

4 Minutes - Hill Running or Inclined Treadmill *heart rate peaking between 85%-95% of your Max Heart Rate by the END

Cool Down (5 Minutes)

5 Minutes - Relaxed Walking

Stretch for Better Recovery

Roll out and Stretch out your Legs. Stretching after exercise reduces lactic acid in the muscle and will improve recovery time.

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