Running speed is major concern to many runners. As a result, many runners try out different approaches and strategies to improving their running speed; some enroll in a weight lifting classes while others join seek professional advice by going to running clubs and training under specific conditions.
Still, running faster does not have to be that complicated. In fact; there are some easy tweaks and tricks you can start applying to your running training and you will be able see almost overnight improvement in your running speed.
1- Running form
It may not seem obvious from first glance, but your running form plays a major role in your speed. You can notice the difference by just making a slight comparison between sprinters and long distance runners. To run faster, you have to involve your whole body in the process.
So, next time on the road-do your best to involve your whole body in the activity. You should learn how to use effectively your arms, your core muscles and your feet. Swing your arms from side to side in accordance with your legs, lean slightly forward and always land on the midsole of your foot.
2- Breathe properly
The working muscles need as much oxygen as possible. When you develop a proper breathing technique, you will increase oxygen delivery to your blood stream and muscles. The more oxygenated your body is, the better and faster it can perform.
Take as much deep breaths as you can when running. Don't solely rely on your chest to breathe; instead you should learn to use your abdominal muscles and the diaphragm to breathe.
Inhale through the nose and exhale through the mouth. If you have difficulties with learning how to breathe properly, enroll yourself in a yoga class and practice the proper ways of breathing, it will benefit you greatly.
3- Set goals
Goals provide motivation and direction. If you learn how to set challenging goals, you will be always on the lookout to better yourself and increase your running speed. Set an exigent but realistic running speed and aim to achieve it on your next training session.
Just don't be harsh on yourself if you don't make it from the get go. Goals are just a reflecting mirror to your current level and capacities. But don't use them as an excuse to judge yourself and beat it up to submission.
Still, running faster does not have to be that complicated. In fact; there are some easy tweaks and tricks you can start applying to your running training and you will be able see almost overnight improvement in your running speed.
1- Running form
It may not seem obvious from first glance, but your running form plays a major role in your speed. You can notice the difference by just making a slight comparison between sprinters and long distance runners. To run faster, you have to involve your whole body in the process.
So, next time on the road-do your best to involve your whole body in the activity. You should learn how to use effectively your arms, your core muscles and your feet. Swing your arms from side to side in accordance with your legs, lean slightly forward and always land on the midsole of your foot.
2- Breathe properly
The working muscles need as much oxygen as possible. When you develop a proper breathing technique, you will increase oxygen delivery to your blood stream and muscles. The more oxygenated your body is, the better and faster it can perform.
Take as much deep breaths as you can when running. Don't solely rely on your chest to breathe; instead you should learn to use your abdominal muscles and the diaphragm to breathe.
Inhale through the nose and exhale through the mouth. If you have difficulties with learning how to breathe properly, enroll yourself in a yoga class and practice the proper ways of breathing, it will benefit you greatly.
3- Set goals
Goals provide motivation and direction. If you learn how to set challenging goals, you will be always on the lookout to better yourself and increase your running speed. Set an exigent but realistic running speed and aim to achieve it on your next training session.
Just don't be harsh on yourself if you don't make it from the get go. Goals are just a reflecting mirror to your current level and capacities. But don't use them as an excuse to judge yourself and beat it up to submission.
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