Generally I coach runners to land with their feet under or very near to their pelvis. For a lot of people this becomes a midfoot or forefoot striking pattern but some people still do this and land with a heelstrike (e.g me and Meb!). Landing under your pelvis will reduce your braking and the shock going up your leg…

First of all, you should always consult your physician about injury management. I often have had clients be successful with ice and stretching to reduce the onset or symptoms of shin splints, as well as changing their form to avoid braking from over-striding. Increasing your cadence by 5% may be the place to start.

I think of running shoes like jeans. There are skinny jeans and boot leg jeans, etc. but what works for your friends might not work for you. The best thing to do is try them out. Find a pair that feels comfortable. Research has shown that comfort is a major factor in finding the right shoe. A good sales person can…

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