Proper Running Technique - Which of These Runners do YOU Run Like?

Learn how to run with proper running technique. Running gait varies from person to person, and while there's no single perfect running technique to aspire to, there are a number of key traits we can all work on. ⚡ FREE DOWNLOAD ⚡ How to improve your running technique: https://jamesdkr.lpages.co/running-form-guide-youtube-bonus/?sc=YTmSvbS0S4rJw NEW VIDEO: How (and Why) do fast runners lift their feet so high?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sIxAoC8P8zg WATCH NEXT: Proper Running Form for Your Best 5k or Marathon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIAP9vz2Mqw In this video, I assess and compare the running form of two amateur triathletes, Andy and James. Andy and James represent two very different running styles. While Andy is more of a forefoot runner who lands almost beneath his centre of mass, James runs with a heel strike and overstrides, landing his foot excessively ahead of his body with each stride, producing an excessive braking force with each stride. ******** FREE DOWNLOAD - RUNNING TECHNIQUE GUIDE: https://www.kinetic-revolution.com/running-technique-6-ways-to-improve-efficiency/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=yt-description&utm_campaign=yt-tri-tech-link&utm_content=yt-tri-tech-link Check out the progress of one of the two runners featured in the video above, after a few coaching sessions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8Z6LKdv0l4 ******** Beyond simply looking at stride length and foot strike type, this comparison between running styles also looks at leg swing pattern, as HOW the leg swings forwards under the body specifically dictates how (and where) the foot strikes the ground. This is such an important aspect of proper running technique, which is often overlooked. Hip extension is also an important aspect of running technique. When comparing these two very different running styles, it's interesting to see how Andy runs with a good degree of hip extension, while James runs with a compensated extension pattern, extending from the lumbar spine and anteriorly tilting his pelvis... rather than extending the hip properly. This type of compensated extension pattern is common in people with tight hip flexors and quads, and makes it very hard to run using your glutes. Learn how to better control your pelvic position, and you'll be able to use your glutes as you run, and run with a more efficient running technique. In addition, while we look at rear-on footage of the running techniques of these two runners, it's interesting to see both hip external rotation and stride width. We can also assess the hip stability of the two runners. It's important not to overlook the role of the upper body and arms when it comes to running technique. Running with a tight neck and shoulders can impact your running style greatly. Here's a video featuring tips you can use to run with relaxed shoulders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2AWw9oJi_A I look forward to hearing how you get on with the running technique tips in this. Learning how to improve your running form is a longterm process, so take it gently and don't force your body! Remember, there is no "best running technique", instead you should focus on making small sustainable changes to your existing running form to create a more efficient running technique. ******** SUBSCRIBE: https://youtube.com/jamesdunne TWITTER: https://twitter.com/kineticrev ********