I try to watch for good information on running mechanics and form. Like most runners, I just started out running, any way I could. Over a period of time, watching really good runners, I've seen a lot of things that I try to emulate. I certainly don't have anything close to great form or perfect mechanics, but I try to be conscious of it and to gradually improve. A 26.2 mile marathon race is a real test of endurance. It's difficult just to finish such an extreme distance. After finishing a first marathon, a runner's goals usually focus on running the next one a little quicker. Answers to both enduring the distance and improving speed may be found in running mechanics. Running more efficiently uses less energy, leaving more energy for those last gruelling miles between 20 and 26. Running more efficiently will also result in improved running pace. Dave B., one of my friends on dailymile.com posted this video on his page, and it's worth sharing with my running friends on the blogosphere. It contains a whole lot of good information on mechanics, more than I can absorb at once, so I'm saving it to refer to. Enjoy!
What do you think? Do you see some ideas that you can use?
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