So why is so little focus and time in general being spent on refining and practicing running technique?
Is there such a thing as an optimal running technique?
My answer to that questions would be “yes”. But since everyone is different in body proportions and size, there's hardly not a “one size fits all” technique available that all runners can copy or apply to. But more knowledge and understanding of how the body works, reacts and functions when you are running might help you become a faster, better and more effective runner.
Today, there's a lot of running clinics, certifications, books and DVD's available to improve the skill of running. They often demand a complete change in running technique and prescribes exercises to teach “proper” running form, in the same way as golfers practice putting on the putting green.
To learn more about the two most popular modern running techniques, visit:
www.posetech.com
www.chirunning.com
or Youtube/Google “Pose running” and “Chi running”
In coming blog posts I will present each one of the “7 Habits of Highly Effective Runners” that are applied and adopted by running coaches and elite runners today. The 7 principles of effective running are; Position of HEAD, SHOULDERS, ARMS and HIPS, as well as STRIDE LENGTH and FOOT LANDING.
Stay posted!
/Henrik
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ReplyDeleteHave seen some improvement already after trying out your suggestions, esp the Chi technique and the head/shoulders . Great stuff.
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