What should be the goal of the instructor during hill sprints?

The primary goal of the instructor during hill sprints is to ensure proper form. When performing high-intensity exercises like hill sprints, maintaining good form is crucial for several reasons. Proper form helps to reduce the risk of injury, as poor technique can lead to unnecessary strain on muscles and joints. It also ensures that participants engage the right muscle groups effectively, which enhances performance and benefits from the exercise. Moreover, instructors need to guide participants on breathing techniques and posture during high-intensity efforts, which can significantly improve their sprinting efficiency. Focusing on form sets up a strong foundation for participants, allowing them to maximize their performance safely and effectively over time.

The other goals related to hill sprints, such as maximizing resistance or encouraging speed, are important but secondary to the need for maintaining proper form, especially in a group class setting where individual capabilities can vary widely. Minimizing participant effort also contradicts the intensity that hill sprints are intended to achieve.