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Track & Field

Surge Pickup Drill

Change gears smoothly mid-race without overreaching form

15 min
6 x (60s moderate + 20s surge)
Intermediate
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Run at a controlled pace, then surge to a faster gear for 20 seconds on a signal.
  2. 2Keep the surge controlled, using cadence and arm drive rather than a wild sprint.
  3. 3Settle back to the moderate pace smoothly without collapsing form.

What to focus on

A smooth transition into and out of a faster gear.

Common mistake

Surging with a form breakdown, such as leaning back or flailing arms.