by Kerri J
Boot camp started out with a bang yesterday morning when we jogged to a small trail near Canton High School and ran "The Hill!" Russ and I led the pack of campers up and down over eight times! Everyone felt intense burning in their legs while running up the steep hill and at times some wanted to stop, but we kept everyone going until the end! Do you know how amazingly beneficial it was to finish this particular run?
I'll tell you!
- When running where the slope of the traveled terrain increases by 20% or more, we burn at least DOUBLE the amount of calories!!
- When running downhill, well… You are still expending calories, but really just enjoy the short "break" while you can!
The findings above are from a study documented in the Journal of Applied Physiology. The total findings are much more complex than what I just mentioned, but the statements above are great cliff notes to remember the next time we run “The Hill!”
To our current campers: Post your feelings towards the great calorie burning session you took place in yesterday!
To want-to-be campers: Contact us to learn more about the Cutting Edge Fitness studio, our top-notch summer boot camps, and how you can join us today! Email info@cuttingedgefitnessinc.com
Hmmm.... my feelings on "The Hill"...not so warm and fuzzy! But I know it is good for me. It will get easier... I know! Thanks for keeping us on track! Michelle
ReplyDeleteWay to turn a negative into a positive Michelle! The more we do it the easier it gets! Or in boot camp's case, the easier it gets the more we do! :)
ReplyDeleteHave a great 4th and see you Weds!
Kerri J
I always dread the hill Kerri but I feel great afterwards :) thanks for the encourgement!
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