Running form is something that a lot of beginning runners overlook.
You just lace up your shoes and get out there, right?
Well, if you take the time to develop and improve your running form, your body will thank you later.
5 Ways To Improve Your Running Form
1. Stay Relaxed
Make sure your body isn’t tense while you’re running.
Keep your shoulders loose.
A lot of runners tend to clench their jaws. See if this is something you do when you’re out on your next run.
2. Balance
When you’re running, try to keep your back straight and your body balanced.
Keep your eyes focused ahead of you, not looking down.
3. Run Softly
Good runners are quiet.
They know that the way their feet hit the ground should be smooth and soft.
If your feet are pounding the pavement, you could be increasing your risk for injury, because you’re increasing the amount of stress and pressure on your joints and muscles.
4. Hands
Your hands should be loose, not clenched.
Try to imagine holding something small in your hands when you’re running to keep yourself from squeezing them.
5. Incline
When you’re running uphill, it’s easy to lose that good posture you’ve been practicing.
When you’re on an incline, shorten the length of your stride.
Lean into that incline.
Keep Improving
Improving your running posture can take time, but the good thing is that you’re aware of it.
Many runners go years with bad form, leading to injuries and pain.
Start focusing on building the habit of running with proper posture.
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