Training to Run Faster
Sometimes people start out running reluctantly but soon discover it is the best feeling. Some want to do their best for personal reasons, and some because they want to compete. If you are a runner and love what you do, maybe a member if an online running club, look for coaching tips online, and want to achieve faster times here are some tips you will really appreciate!
- Maximise how efficient your heart and lungs are – As you run there are ways you can measure things like heart rate, and breathing so that you can then work on improving their efficiency. With a strong heart and lungs you can propel yourself better increasing your stride and your speed. Make sure you are using belly breathing techniques. For more tips find a top virtual running club and see what other advice they have to offer.
- Focus on your stride length and frequency – Stride frequency us also known as turnover rate. Look at how many you are taking in 30 seconds and see if you can increase that without shortening the length of the stride. Just work on getting that one more stride per 30 seconds and you will increase in speed. You can also work on the length of the strides, increasing it gradually so you cover more distance.
- Use interval training – Interval training is a great way to boost your performance and is a hot topic with any top online running club. Push yourself in your training for short intervals and alternate with the types of workouts you do. For more detailed plans on interval training see a coach or look online.
- Build up your strength and flexibility – With flexibility you will discover that boosting your stride numbers and length is easier. As you work on your flexibility you can also strengthen areas including your calves and ankles and your core.
- Find ways to motivate yourself – Staying motivated is key to getting to the point where you can run faster. Use gadgets if that is something that appeals to you. A GPS to help compare your runs, a heart monitor to track your heart rate and so on. You can also use a virtual running club and the people you meet there as a source of motivation.
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