Sprints and Fitness

As I have become a vocal supporter of sprint training for health and fat loss, I'm often asked where's the best place to sprint. I recommend any soft, even surface. I'm partial to a rubberized track (most high schools and colleges have them). Not the old hard surface, but one with a little bit of bounce to it. But there might be many times you are not anywhere near a track. Then a flat, grassy field will do just fine. This past week, we spent time in Connecticut. I couldn't get to a track so I did some sprints in the backyard.
And don't forget hill running either. It's another great workout. You can also cycle in your sprints with bodyweight training. Sprint 50-100 yards, perform a set of 10 pushups, and repeat. It won't take long to get a great workout in a short amount of time. Start with only a few sprints and gradually work your way up. Please don't try and do 20 sprints the first day.

Ryan