Running is effectively balancing on one leg after the other, over and over again, through the entirety of the run. Balance is therefore an essential skill all runners need to master. Perform the runner’s toe touch drill (demonstrated in the video below) throughout the day for a few seconds at a time to improve your running-specific balance. Train smart! … [Read more...] about Runner’s Toe Touch Balance Drill
Running Drills
Video: Balance Drills
It's best to perform these single leg balance drills barefoot. Firmly ground one foot. Think about spreading the toes and planting the little toe, bit toe and heel as three points of a tripod. This will help you distribute weight equally over your forefoot and rearfoot as you establish a solid contact point. Lift your opposite leg off the ground with a high knee so that … [Read more...] about Video: Balance Drills
Video: Running Drills
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Video: Side Skips
Skip side to side by bringing your feet together and then shoulder width apart. Let your arms cross over each other in front of the body as you skip. More running drills: … [Read more...] about Video: Side Skips
Video: Carioca, or Grapevine
As you move sideways, cross one leg over the other in front and then behind. Hold your arms out to the side to begin; as you start to get the hang of the drill, use your arms as you would while running. More running drills: … [Read more...] about Video: Carioca, or Grapevine
