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Learning to run properly

  • 16-11-2010 10:59am
    #1
    quad_red
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,565 ✭✭✭


    Hi all,

    Basically, I want to learn how to run efficiently and safely.

    I am carrying weight (heavy build, 5'10, 186 pounds). I am also conscious that 'bad knees' are in the family and have flat fleet and inward facing knees (over pronation). I bought a good pair of runners at the running shop on Parnell street which are far more comfortable to run in than my old Asics.

    I've been doing the bootcamp ireland sessions where I can but with work etc. I want to be able to run regularly to augment this.

    So.... I have gotten over the psychological fear of running. I know this sounds stupid but I used to hit the 'wall' very early and couldn't keep running. I can now run for 5 kms at a steady (if slow - around 8km p/h) running pace without stopping.

    But I am paranoid that I am not running in an efficient manner or one that is doing the best by my knees. A while back a guy told me that proper running technique meant landing on the front of your foot rather than your heel (and I've seen the threads on here discussing bare foot running etc.).

    Any advice/resources on how I can improve my running technique to lessen the impacts on my lower joints?

    Also, anyone recommend a decent running program? I'd like to aim to do a 10k in the next few months as a target for myself.

    Thanks for all advice.
    Quad
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  • #2
    Remmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,921 ✭✭✭Remmy


    My friend is into athletics and every year she gets her running form or stride accessed on an indoor running track in dublin.Im not sure what the place was called but you book a session and its not too expensive.Maybe you'd be best asking this over on the tri/athletics board?


  • #3
    Ruu_Old
    Closed Accounts Posts: 36,634 ✭✭✭✭Ruu_Old


    Did you get your gait checked when you bought your shoes or just bought ones you liked? Most running stores will be able to give you advice on the perfect runner for you.

    When you are landing on your heel, you are putting "on the brakes" so to speak and putting stress on your shins to take the impact. You should aim to be landing mid foot. For training programs look up Hal Higdon, he has a number of training programs for all levels of runners. Good luck.


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