7 Habits of Highly Effective Runners

You can download the illustrated ebook with full details by entering your email in the box below.  (desktop on the right).  Use the 7 Habits when running to reduce the risk of injury (and also while recovering from injury).   I cannot stress enough however that you must give your body time to adjust and adapt to any new technique or training regime.  If you are a beginner runner try reading these tips…

After spending a lot of time and money on running courses and reading lots of books and scientific studies about running I can confidently state that there is NO best way to run – only an optimum way for YOU to run.  Individual anatomy, fitness levels and any past injuries can have a massive impact on your running.

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1.   Tread Lightly

Think quieter, softer steps when running.  Listen to the sound of your feet on the ground or treadmill.

2.   Run Tall

Imagine a string attached to crown of your head lifting you up and slightly forwards when running.

3.   Drop your Shoulders

Relax hands and elbows and let your arms hang from your relaxed shoulders while swinging back-and-forth.

4.   How can I run Faster?

Quicken your step (cadence) rather than lengthen your stride.

5.   Forefoot or Heel strike?

Exactly which part of your foot hits the ground first will depend on running style, running surface, speed and trainers but towards a mid-foot strike is generally recommended.  It’s more important to think about the point where your full body weight is landing at each step to reduce ‘braking’ forces…

6.  Relax your Toes

Try to consciously keep your feet relaxed as you run and roll-off rather than push off the toes..

7.  Use your Hips

A key problem in ‘recreational’ runners I encounter is lack of strength and mobility in the hips.  Can cause big problems in the back or knees if not addresses properly.

I hope trying any or all of the above helps you.  Always listen to your body and slow down or stop if feeling pain.

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