13/10/2015
Sprinting provides the best bang for you buck if you are looking for fat loss and intensity of workout. It is usually set up as a HIIT exercise. Fast quick sprints followed by longer periods of rest. It is a vital part of any fartlek or interval routine. Sprint all out, recover and repeat.
The added benefits are increases in bone mineral density, muscle and tendon strength as well as increased cardiovascular potential. If you are a recreational runner you can add in more faster sprints into your runs to make it more effective, whatever your goals. If you are involved in sports or a more competitive runner then sprinting will help increase your economy of movement as well as increase your lactate threshold (ability to run at a higher intensity without the immediate decreases in performance).