Running with Gage

  Another key part of running form I would like highlight is the arms and upper body. Although running  mostly puts strain on the legs, the entire body is necessary to run effectively. To use the arms properly, you should first relax your shoulders. Keeping too much tension in the shoulders gets uncomfortable after a while. Its also important to roll the shoulders back and face your chest foreword. As my coach always says "If you look down, you run down." This is because looking down will make you slow down (trust me) and its hard to race when you don't know what's happening in front of you. Breathing is easier when your shoulders are up and back and good posture shows confidence that makes you more intimidating to run against. Remember, racing is mostly a mental battle and this will make you appear tougher to your opponents.       For the arms you just want to relax and do what feels natural. Try not to cross your arms in front of your body, as this wastes energy. Na

Its no secret that running form is important. Proper running form keeps runners healthy, and improves running economy (how efficient a runner is). Any runner looking to become faster, or run for longer should try to perfect their form so that they can stay healthy, and make running more enjoyable.                                                             Picture from  The Peaceful Runner First things first, lets start with foot strike. Foot strike is where a runner lands on the sole of their foot during their stride. The healthiest and most efficient area to strike the ground is with the ball of the foot. This is the area of the foot beneath the toes, or the "knuckle" of the foot. Its important to try not to land on the toes, as this can cause stress on the toes and eventually lead to injury.  Another common mistake many runners make is landing on the heel. While this is okay while jogging for slow and short distances, as you up your pace and mileage this can put immense s

Getting started      Running is one of the worlds most popular sports with millions worldwide running everyday. For many, running is more of a chore than an enjoyable way of staying in shape, but with the proper footwear, stretching, and nutrition running can become more enjoyable and less dificult.                                                                                                                Photo from  Men's Health Some things you need to start... - proper running shoes  - a water bottle  - running shorts or joggers  - a good spot to run                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Shoes     The f irst thing you're going to need to begin running is a pair of running shoes. Now, before you go out and buy a 200 dollar pair of shoes it's important to make sure yo