Hilly course pacing strategy. Learn how to use elevation profiles and grade breakdowns to adjust effort on climbs and run smart on descents.
On hilly routes, try to keep effort steady and let pace vary. Your goal is to avoid redlining on climbs and wasting energy on descents.
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