159. 5 Things you can do to improve your running form

In this episode, we spoke with running coach Chris Knighton about running form. We covered the basics of running form, including terminology such as foot strike and cadence. Chris explained the importance of having good form and how it can improve your running efficiency and reduce the risk of injury. We also discussed the topic of foot strike and whether it really matters, as well as whether there is a perfect cadence for running. Chris shared five tips for improving your running form, such as focusing on your posture and engaging your core muscles. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, this episode will provide you with valuable insights into how to optimize your running form and get the most out of your runs.  Chris’s instagram: @knightonruns Follow us on instagram @runningpodcast Our Amazon Storefront where you will find his book as well: https://www.amazon.com/shop/runningpodcast/list/4Q1SAM3KS81G?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfrunningpodcast_4WQTFCC6V4KDXCBHCP4R Join our facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/SpeedStriders Follow us on instagram @runningpodcast Check out our website: www.runningpodcast.us   Tags: Running, Running form, Foot strike, Cadence, Injury prevention, Coaching, Fitness, Training, Tips.   INFORMATION ABOUT COACH CHRIS KNIGHTON:Coach Chris Knighton is the head coach at Knighton Runs Marathon Coaching and the author of the book, Run Faster Marathons: The Proven Path to PR. He is a trusted running coach and passionate distance runner living in Providence, Rhode Island with his wife and 9-month-old daughter   Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Chris did not start running until his late twenties but quickly grew into a consistent top-10 finisher in road and trail races throughout New England. He has been a vegan athlete for his entire adult life and credits much of his success in sports to making healthy diet and lifestyle choices.   In 2014, Chris left a soul-crushing job to pursue his dreams. He thru-hiked the 2180-mile Appalachian Trail that summer and realized if he had the courage and capacity to accomplish this journey, he should easily be able to take on any life challenge.   Chris brings this mentally to his own running and coaching. He believes that the skills and confidence we develop to run faster marathons directly correlate to what’s needed to overcome any personal or professional challenge. Chris empowers his athletes to do what is necessary to go confidently in the direction of their dreams.   Chris received his USATF Level 1 Coaching Certification in 2019 and is Track & Field and Cross Country Coach at St. Mary Academy – Bay View in Riverside, Rhode Island.   Chris’s first book, Run Faster Marathons: The Proven Path to PR is available now on Amazon.     Happy medal Monday everyone! I had an idea, looking at this box of medals, to dig in there and show you guys some of my favorites. My all time favorite medal is from the 2009 LA marathon, because they say you never fortget your first. Seriously it is my favorite because one I love LA  As you can see I cut the ribbon off because I didn’t care about it and didn’t know I was gonna collect the ribbons.  But here it is, this is what set the seed, this was what got me started on the 40 plus marathons to this date