# @runwithbigj on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DLAsOLdMYae
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/35580190-runwithbigj-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/a9263407c9.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-06-17T17:59:45.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** BIG J (Jonas F) (@runwithbigj) — https://gondola.cc/runwithbigj

## Caption

Hills Pay Bills and with marathons like Sydney and NYC right around the corner, elevation is a big topic of discussion during this training block. 

I’m prioritizing a lot of Hill Work and I do it mainly during Easy Runs. Here’s why: 

1. (Not technical but smart) Time-efficient: It doesn’t require you to get out there to do a strictly focused session on hill work. 6-10 reps after every easy run will do it for you. See, it’s all about staying the course and trusting the process. Small habits done consistently over time = great long-term gains.

2. Low-Impact Speed Work: It mirrors the intensity of speedwork with less pounding on your joints since uphill running reduces impact force. That allows me to still do my 2 x weekly speed sessions without overtraining. 

3. It Improves Running Economy: Hills will force better form, high knees, and powerful strides. 

4. Power Boost: It’s no coincidence hill work is not for the weak but like everything, one thing I learned during this journey is that power without control doesn’t take you far. You want to learn how to keep your stride snappy and strong - hills are a great way to do it. Controlled strong efforts are what I usually like to call them. 

5. Mental Toughness: I need more of this myself! You can never have enough. Hills force your mind to stay locked in when things get uncomfortable. Do the damn Hills. 

Stay Working! 

#running #runner #running #athlete #longdistance #longdistancerunner #marathon #marathontraining #runwithbigj #bigj #dreamon #oncloud

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runwithbigj, longdistance, running, marathon, oncloud, runner, marathontraining, bigj, athlete, dreamon, longdistancerunner

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