Ask any runner about running form and expect a different answer. The topic of running technique brings up countless questions:
How many of us sprint on a regular basis? My guess: only a tiny minority of runners ever sprint.
It’s important to understand the definition of the word sprint: it’s to run as fast as you can. It’s …
…I love questions that have a clear answer, like:
……What’s on Jason’s running playlist? Taylor Swift, obviously.
How long is that marathon? 26.2 miles – c’mon Nana, all marathons are the same distance!
Is running the best sport ever?
Do you have muscle imbalances? Spoiler alert: of course you do!
In fact, we all do.
Nobody is perfectly symmetrical. We may have a dominant leg, strike the ground harder with one foot, pronate more with one leg, or …
…What is proper running form? Because it’s a complex question, you should be careful who you ask for advice.
Ask ten runners about running form and you’ll hear ten different explanations about the best running technique.
Even more dangerous, …
…Yesterday a friend admitted to me some quirky behaviors that are automatic disqualifiers for his dates.
Most are wildly inappropriate for SR, but his #1 was being a regular smoker.
It makes sense: he’s a fit guy and likes …
…Successful running – and injury prevention – is really a full-time job.
Hopefully that didn’t scare you off from accomplishing your race goals. But truthfully, what makes you faster is often what you do in between workouts than …
…I used to say that using technology like “actuator lugs” to promote a neutral, natural foot strike was ironic and totally unnecessary.
Of course, I’m talking about Newton running shoes which have a very distinctive sole:
I refused to …
…I used to run in the ASICS Kayano – a supportive stability shoe that weighs 13oz. I’m thankful those days are now over.
Today I prefer lighter shoes with less stability and more groundfeel. Even though I have low …
…Training for any race – even a marathon – includes a lot more than just running. Runners who only run are doomed to overuse injuries.
Loyal Strength Running readers will recognize this as a common theme of my writing …
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