You can’t scroll social media without seeing someone tell you how you have to hit a 180 spm cadence, stop overstriking, or do these exercises for better running form. But do you really need to change your running form? We dive into the science and discuss whether or not changing form is beneficial - plus offer some practical tips if you do want to improve your own natural running form.
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In this episode, you will learn:
✅ Should you change your running form?
✅ Is strength training the most effective way to improve running form?
✅ Should you change your foot strike?
✅ Does your running form vary with your pace?
✅ What changes in your running form can tell you about fatigue
✅ Should your cadence be 180?
✅ Drills to improve your running form
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