One of the generally accepted elements of good running technique these days is cultivating a stride rate of 180 or above (meaning your feet touch the ground 180 or more times per minute). For a number of years I have recommended this as well. However a few clues have recently begun to suggest something different to me, and this month … Read more
In the video above you’ll see me running two ways, revealing a surprising effect of trying to hold your pelvis still: it reduces the mobility of your legs. This video is the second in my series of gait lab videos. All the runners in these videos are me; one of the perks of being a … Read more
During my July Core Action online training camp some of the runners tried my tip for dealing with problems midrun and told me they loved it. So I’m sharing it with you today. Every runner experiences a midrun niggle or discomfort–or even a manageable pain–on occasion. You’ll find my guidelines on when to keep running here. … Read more
