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Avoiding the marathon shuffle! Pretty common I think, not maximising the most efficient part of the stride (where both feet are off the ground), by failing to activate the hamstring and bringing the foot up and forward, having it land short.
I’ve not explained that very well, but it’s something I’ve experimented with. Definitely works, but changing your stride can be a long process.
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Stride length is a lot like pedaling cadence on the bike - very personal.
Instead of trying to extend your stride, concentrate on lifting your knees and utilizing your arms. -
Has anyone tried to change their style before, and if so how long and how much work can it take before a different kind of stride feels normal?
Moving from a heel plodding, hip swinging strider to a more midfoot & stable gait took a good year plus.
I'd be wary of expecting magic gains from changes in gait, and more focused on what provides stability & protection from injury. Madgainz will come later.
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Has anyone tried to change their style before, and if so how long and how much work can it take before a different kind of stride feels normal?
My football team's physio said I take very shallow steps and could improve my pace if I pushed more off the ground and lengthened my strides by extending my front leg more.
I can see where he's coming from - it feels much faster (if also harder work) but it doesn't feel like the kind of thing that I will just be able to do without conscious effort.