Atelier Côte Bois de l'Huisserie

Close to Laval (access on foot or by bike via the Rue du Bois de l'Huisserie or from the start of Course No. 4 at the main car park in the Bois), in a privileged natural environment, this hill workshop will enable you to work on your climbing speed, climb the gradient and achieve power blocks. It's also part of the highly varied No. 4 course at Bois de l'Huisserie! Take the opportunity to discover it and warm up on the first part, which is 4.5km away.

With a length of 400m and a gradient of between 10 and 12%, this beautiful hill has all the makings of a Trail: plenty of time to work on your endurance and technique for your next challenges!

The start is at the entrance to the woods on a fairly wide, gently sloping track. You'll soon have to steady your steps and anticipate any passages with roots and stony areas! Halfway along the route, you're already on a steep incline, so hang on. Just before the bend to the left, the path narrows a little and becomes really rocky. There's a short, open stretch that doesn't give you time to look up, so keep your eyes peeled and manage your effort! The finish is gentler in the heart of the wood; enjoy the peace and quiet... Take advantage of the technical descent to perfect your proprioception... be relaxed, with your body on the slope. For a high-volume workout, have fun repeating this exercise at a constant pace! Some people have done it 20 times! Start more modestly and at your own pace... then come back to it!

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