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EPISODE · Jun 28, 2025 · 34 MIN

How to Train for Downhill and Hilly Races When You Don’t Have Hills

from Tread Lightly Running Podcast · host Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris

If you are preparing for a hilly race, such as the New York City Marathon, or a downhill race such as a REVEL marathon, your training will look different from what it would for a flat marathon. We guide you through an evidence-based, practical approach for training for a hilly race - including creative interventions if you live in a flat area. You will learn:✅ The different energetic and mechanical demands of uphill and downhill running✅ How to muscularly prepare for a downhill race✅ How to train for a hilly race when you live in a flat area✅ Strength training exercises for a hilly race✅ Developing a performance mindset for hilly races✅ Proper hill running form✅ Pacing strategies for hilly races✅ How to fuel during a hilly raceThank you to our sponsors:➡️ BodyBio: Research-backed, practitioner-trusted supplements. Use code AMANDA25 for 25% off at https://runtothefinish.com/bodybio/➡️ Tifosi: Follow link https://tifosiopticsinc.pxf.io/c/2475256/2888012/29284 for durable, budget-friendly, no-slip sunglasses!➡️Skratch: Follow link Skratch Sample Pack and use code TREADLIGHTLY for 20% off your first purchase.Let’s stay connected:➡️ Join our community at patreon.com/treadlightlyrunning➡️ Tread Lightly Running Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treadlightlyrunning/➡️ Laura Norris Running on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauranorrisrunning/➡️ Hundreds of evidence-based training tips on Laura’s website: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/➡️ Run to the Finish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtothefinish/?hl=en➡️ Thousands of running gear reviews and training guides:https://runtothefinish.com/References:PMID: 27501719PMID: 30357515PMID: 38921863

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