Running form and drills to address issues
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2013-08-18 2:41 PM |
Regular 5477 LHOTP | Subject: Running form and drills to address issues Shane posted a very interesting article about heel striking a few days ago, and it's made me think a lot about my running form. I've been running a long time, but I haven't ever really had my gait analyzed, and have never worked with a coach as an adult, though I was a competetive sprinter as a kid. When I sprint it feels very natural and I feel like I have very efficient, "good" form, but when I run long distances can feel pretty galumphy. So a couple of questions: Can you analyze your own gait? If so, how? Could someone describe the "ideal" gate for a given distance (we could limit it to a oly run or HIM run), or is that too dependent on body type? What are some drills to address specific issues or work on recognizing when you're in "good form" while you're running?
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2013-08-18 2:54 PM in reply to: switch |
Pro 6011 Camp Hill, Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues I usually start this discussion with new athlete clients with these two videos by Bobby McGee: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSGzqkjrWRA&list=FLBDaifbQgu_mCP67izEp5Vw&index=8 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZKA2-Sb0Tk&list=FLBDaifbQgu_mCP67izEp5Vw&index=7 The first one gives an overview of running mechanics, and the second one presents three drills that Bobby recommends for all triathletes. My suggestion is to watch the first video and think about what he's saying, then try to slowly implement subtle changes to your existing form to more closely resemble what he describes as the ideal. Performing his drills two or three times a week for 5-10 minutes as part of your run warmup can help develop your technique to more closely emulate what he describes. I strongly discourage anyone from forcing drastic changes to their mechanics in a short period of time.
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2013-08-18 3:14 PM in reply to: TriMyBest |
Regular 5477 LHOTP | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues Originally posted by TriMyBest Wow! Awesome. Thanks.I usually start this discussion with new athlete clients with these two videos by Bobby McGee: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSGzqkjrWRA&list=FLBDaifbQgu_mCP67izEp5Vw&index=8 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZKA2-Sb0Tk&list=FLBDaifbQgu_mCP67izEp5Vw&index=7 The first one gives an overview of running mechanics, and the second one presents three drills that Bobby recommends for all triathletes. My suggestion is to watch the first video and think about what he's saying, then try to slowly implement subtle changes to your existing form to more closely resemble what he describes as the ideal. Performing his drills two or three times a week for 5-10 minutes as part of your run warmup can help develop your technique to more closely emulate what he describes. I strongly discourage anyone from forcing drastic changes to their mechanics in a short period of time.
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2013-08-19 9:04 AM in reply to: switch |
42 | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues I got a gait analysis and they said I had a moderate hell strike and would benefit from moving to a more mid/fore foot strike. They also said I slightly overpronated and I would benefit from some moderate stability shoes. I tried the shoes and ended up with pain in my knee/hip every time I would use them. Switching back to neutral shoes made the pain go away. Also, trying to move to a more mid/fore foot strike ended up with me having more lower leg strain than before. I am a firm believer that your body will compensate for whatever your natural gait is and that trying to modify that to the "ideal" gait will probably cause more problems than it fixes. Plus, I don't know that it would honestly make me any faster. 6 months after my gait analysis I reverted back to my old style of running and have minimal pain (just slight niggles here and there) and I don't foresee myself trying to change my gait anytime soon. |
2013-08-19 10:05 AM in reply to: stebaldi |
Master 10208 Northern IL | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues The work being discussed isn't meant to push everyone towards a specific gait or strike, but to help each individual find their own more easily. |
2013-08-19 10:45 AM in reply to: brigby1 |
Seattle | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues Originally posted by brigby1 The work being discussed isn't meant to push everyone towards a specific gait or strike, but to help each individual find their own more easily. Yeah, I believe you and I have discussed this plenty but I agree that everyone more or less has their own ideal gait. Lots of easy running will get you to a place very close to your own "ideal" |
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2013-08-19 11:09 AM in reply to: switch |
Champion 9407 Montague Gold Mines, Nova Scotia | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues Originally posted by switch Can you analyze your own gait? If so, how? Not really unless you were to video yourself and then try to figure out what is going on and even in slow motion, it is hard to figure out what should be addressed in many cases. However, this is also true for most who offer gait analysis; it is often little more than a guess even if it is given as a prescription for your issues. Could someone describe the "ideal" gate for a given distance (we could limit it to a oly run or HIM run), or is that too dependent on body type? No such thing and if someone says they are able to, they are probably either trying to sell you something or are ignorant when it comes to the research on running gait. What are some drills to address specific issues or work on recognizing when you're in "good form" while you're running? Bobby McGee's drills are great although I haven't watched the video Don linked, I did have the pleasure of spending a day with him a few years ago and it was a fantastic experience. I'll try to watch the video later and add any drills I will incorporate beyond what is discussed in the video. Shane |
2013-08-19 11:10 AM in reply to: stebaldi |
Pro 6011 Camp Hill, Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues Originally posted by stebaldi I got a gait analysis and they said I had a moderate hell strike and would benefit from moving to a more mid/fore foot strike. They also said I slightly overpronated and I would benefit from some moderate stability shoes. I tried the shoes and ended up with pain in my knee/hip every time I would use them. Switching back to neutral shoes made the pain go away. Also, trying to move to a more mid/fore foot strike ended up with me having more lower leg strain than before. I am a firm believer that your body will compensate for whatever your natural gait is and that trying to modify that to the "ideal" gait will probably cause more problems than it fixes. Plus, I don't know that it would honestly make me any faster. 6 months after my gait analysis I reverted back to my old style of running and have minimal pain (just slight niggles here and there) and I don't foresee myself trying to change my gait anytime soon. Yep. No surprises there. |
2013-08-19 3:22 PM in reply to: TriMyBest |
928 | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues I was able to fix most of my gait issues simply by focusing on shorter strides and higher turnover on my easy runs (and opening my stride on the faster runs). In being lighter on my feet with a more relaxed stride, I have been able to run more efficiently and faster. Shane said it well when he said that there's no such thing as an "ideal gait" (unless someone is trying to sell you a product). Our bodies are all different so it makes sense that we'd all run slightly differently. If you watch fast runners either on the track or in road races, you'll see many different gaits that work for even the best runners. |
2013-08-21 7:42 AM in reply to: TriMyBest |
Regular 5477 LHOTP | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues Originally posted by TriMyBest Don, I just wanted to thank you again for posting these links. (I'm also bumping this thread to encourage people to take a look at your videos). I have been a runner for >20 years, and have had marginal success as a runner (marathon pr of 3:20, prekids), but I didn't know most of the stuff in the first video. Quite frankly, I will need to watch it a few more times to really grasp all the concepts, but I am trying to watch it before I head out for my runs each day.I usually start this discussion with new athlete clients with these two videos by Bobby McGee: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSGzqkjrWRA&list=FLBDaifbQgu_mCP67izEp5Vw&index=8 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZKA2-Sb0Tk&list=FLBDaifbQgu_mCP67izEp5Vw&index=7 The first one gives an overview of running mechanics, and the second one presents three drills that Bobby recommends for all triathletes. My suggestion is to watch the first video and think about what he's saying, then try to slowly implement subtle changes to your existing form to more closely resemble what he describes as the ideal. Performing his drills two or three times a week for 5-10 minutes as part of your run warmup can help develop your technique to more closely emulate what he describes. I strongly discourage anyone from forcing drastic changes to their mechanics in a short period of time.
Sadly, I have almost no lean in my run--who knew?? ;) I am going to try to figure that out, but so far what I've noticed is that it seems to load my quads much more when I focus on it. Really, thanks again :) |
2013-08-21 2:12 PM in reply to: 0 |
Pro 6011 Camp Hill, Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues Originally posted by switch Originally posted by TriMyBest Don, I just wanted to thank you again for posting these links. (I'm also bumping this thread to encourage people to take a look at your videos). I have been a runner for >20 years, and have had marginal success as a runner (marathon pr of 3:20, prekids), but I didn't know most of the stuff in the first video. Quite frankly, I will need to watch it a few more times to really grasp all the concepts, but I am trying to watch it before I head out for my runs each day.I usually start this discussion with new athlete clients with these two videos by Bobby McGee: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSGzqkjrWRA&list=FLBDaifbQgu_mCP67izEp5Vw&index=8 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZKA2-Sb0Tk&list=FLBDaifbQgu_mCP67izEp5Vw&index=7 The first one gives an overview of running mechanics, and the second one presents three drills that Bobby recommends for all triathletes. My suggestion is to watch the first video and think about what he's saying, then try to slowly implement subtle changes to your existing form to more closely resemble what he describes as the ideal. Performing his drills two or three times a week for 5-10 minutes as part of your run warmup can help develop your technique to more closely emulate what he describes. I strongly discourage anyone from forcing drastic changes to their mechanics in a short period of time.
Sadly, I have almost no lean in my run--who knew?? I am going to try to figure that out, but so far what I've noticed is that it seems to load my quads much more when I focus on it. Really, thanks again You're welcome. As I said previously, don't try to make any drastic changes overnight. I also agree with Shane's comment that when it comes to running technique, there's no such thing as the ideal gait for everyone. Edited by TriMyBest 2013-08-21 2:13 PM |
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2013-08-21 3:24 PM in reply to: TriMyBest |
Regular 5477 LHOTP | Subject: RE: Running form and drills to address issues So I guess I've been more of a "bounder" than a "leaner"--I seem to run very up and down with really almost no lean. Today I did just over 9 hilly miles and I wore my Hokas which I have really kinda hated because I feel like I didn't have a lot of control in them and they were too stiff (and I don't really like the upper, but I'll leave that alone for now). What I noticed is that I had a lot more control in the Hoka's when I was thinking about and trying to incorporate a bit of a lean, especially going downhill. So now I feel like my relationship with the Hoka's may be changing...they're like a little feedback tool. I'll try to keep the changes gradual :) Thanks! |
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