Hill Reps Masterclass w/ PUMA Coach Kev Quinn - Pro:Direct Running

Aug 13, 2025

Intro

This is a quick summary of Hill Reps Masterclass w/ PUMA Coach Kev Quinn from Pro:Direct Running. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points

Hill running boosts lactic tolerance, aerobic capacity, and anaerobic power while strengthening heart, lungs, and mitochondria.
It improves running mechanics: higher hips, stronger core, better knee lift, and more efficient arm drive.
Tackling hills builds mental grit – the effort at the bottom translates to confidence on race day.
You don’t need a single steep hill; rolling hills or a mixed‑terrain route works just as well and keeps training fun.

Workout Example

10 × 30‑second hill sprints with a full walk‑back recovery (enough to bring your heart rate down and restore good form).

Choose a hill that’s challenging but sustainable – avoid overly steep grades that break your form.
Warm‑up 10–15 min easy running, then start the reps.
After each 30‑second effort, walk back down slowly until you feel ready to attack the next sprint.

Closing Note

Give those hill reps a go and notice the boost in strength and confidence. Feel free to adjust the sprint length or number of repeats in the Pacing app to match your current fitness – you’ll be stronger, faster, and more resilient in no time!