Running Form

Running is a great way to get exercise! I have been reading a lot about running because I have found it to be more challenging than just doing cardio on the elliptical. I realized how bad my form was in running so here a few great tips to having better form when running.

Poor Form (Sitting in the Bucket): 

• Body vertical. 
• Foot lands in front of body
• Reaching forward with legs and arms
• Ankle flexed up
• Heelstrike and tight shins
• Collapsing at the core
• Hips behind heel strike
• Long stride

Nice Form:

1. Body aligned
2. Slight forward lean 
3. Midfoot strike
4. Stride opens behind
5. Midfoot landing

I am such a visual learner so I am going to throw some helpful images to help all of you! (Click image to view larger)

Now that you know the proper form of running, you can go out there,  run some miles without injuries! Happy Running!!! (:

This post is written by Karel.
Adapted from: 
Running Form for Distance Runners
Poor Form and Nice Form 
4 Steps Image from Olivia Scalet  
Elements of Good Form Image from girlevolving 
Bad Form Image from Sim Track and Field