From Coach Toby…..

This Tuesday we’re heading back to the hills for Stanyan Street repeats, a longtime Wildcard favorite and a great way to quickly build strength and fitness!

Meetup:

Tuesday 6:30 PM at 7th Ave & MLK Jr Drive (Golden Gate Park)

Warm-Up:

Easy group jog to the Panhandle (~1 mile) + dynamic stretches

Workout:

3-4 repeats: New to hills? Start here. Make it a steady, easy effort. Short quick steps uphill, light jog down

5-6 repeats: Comfortable with climbs? Push the ups and stay use the descents to recover. 

7 repeats: Feeling strong? Build through the reps and finish with your best efforts.

Quick Hill Repeat Tips:

Tall posture: Light core engagement goes a long way

Arms: Drive to keep your cadence and momentum

Uphill: Short strides, quick feet

Downhill: Relax and avoid overstriding

Cool Down

1 mile easy run back to 7th Ave & MLK Dr

Strava Routes

Hill Repeat: https://www.strava.com/routes/3448375201355622660

Warm-up/Cool Down: https://www.strava.com/routes/3448375080389255738

Post-Run Social

The Little Shamrock (807 Lincoln Way at 9th Avenue), a short walk from the meet-up. Bring an ID and cash (no cards). There is an ATM inside.

See you soon!