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Old 9th Aug 06, 10:16 PM
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Up Hill Struggle

I have been running for about 8 months, and are still struggling when running up hill.
Is there a method or different style to running up hills ?
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Old 10th Aug 06, 10:56 AM
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Take very little steps and lean forward slightly. I found that works although running uphill is still tough.
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Old 11th Aug 06, 02:37 PM
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Try to stay upright as well rather than bending over, it keeps your airways open. Also, I focus on markers 10-20 metres in fron to try and break up the tough hills.
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Old 11th Aug 06, 04:36 PM
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Thanks, I will keep trying !
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Old 11th Aug 06, 05:26 PM
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If you lean - lean from the ankles so your body remains straight. Arm swing can also help as I found out this week. Swing your arms forward as though you were going to punch yourself under the chin (don't actually punch yourself tho).

Psychologically I find it helpful to aim for one lamp-post at a time.
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Old 11th Aug 06, 06:29 PM
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Aim for lamp-post and punch yourself under the chin !!!!!!

Interesting.
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conquer them! Treat every hill like a mini Everest. You have to be positive and aggressive, but don't push too hard if you want the rest of your run to be enjoyable
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Train on hills. If possible, train on hilly routes, or do hill intervals.
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Old 15th Aug 06, 09:18 AM
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Chuck in a few hill repetitions as well, it really helps build up your stamina.
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Old 15th Aug 06, 10:39 AM
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Best tip I've been given is start going up them quick- slowing down then seems to be at an easier effort level.

Apart from that head up if possible, shorts steps and just really drive the arms.
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