The Elevation Annihilator
Workout - The Elevation Annihilator
- 15min @ 6'30''/km
- 6 lots of:
- 2min 30s @ 5'30''/km
- 2min rest
- 10min @ 7'00''/km
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Quick summary
The Running Channel made a video on the ultimate Strava challenge with their subscribers. Here’s what you need to know to take part. Watch the full video for context and motivation.
Key points
- Challenge format: three Strava group challenges, each over a week (highest distance, most elevation, longest time). Strava group challenges hold up to 25 participants.
- Strategy: layer in low-intensity options like walks, treadmill running, and stairs to pad distance and time. A quick 5-minute walk to work counts.
- What counts: Strava records runs, walks, treadmill workouts, hill climbs, strength combos, and more (kayaking works if you toggle it on).
- Smart execution: watch the leaderboard, use time zones when you can, and alternate between short 20-minute runs and longer weekend sessions to balance distance and time.
Workout example (customizable)
- Daily low-effort activity: a 5-minute walk to or from work (or any short walk).
- Mid-week short run: 20-minute easy run (roughly 2-3 km).
- Mid-week treadmill: 45 minutes of steady pacing, running or walking.
- Weekend big push: 30 km (about 20 miles) of running, or a 10 km hill repeat workout.
- Strength and conditioning: 30 minutes of strength and cardio (use stairs and bodyweight circuits).
Modify distances and durations to your fitness, then plug paces into the Pacing app.
Closing note
Jump into the challenge. Combine short walks, quick runs, a solid weekend effort, and plug your paces into the Pacing app to match the distances you want.