Jeff Galloway
Jeff Galloway
Jeff Gallowayis an American Olympian and the author of Galloway's Book on Running...
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If you run the same stride going up hill, you have to work harder. Studies have shown that as runners get faster, their stride length shortens. So quicker turnover is the key here. Paradoxically, a longer stride takes more energy, so you'll get into oxygen debt early.
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Some people have a particular race goal, but others are just doing it for lifestyle reasons and need someone to pat them on the back. That pretty instant response you can get on e-mail is quite effective.
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As humans, we're designed to run about 20-22 miles and then you hit the wall. Taking walk breaks pushes that wall back so the marathon can be a pleasurable experience,
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Again, it is not a good idea to lengthen stride, but use a lighter touch and quicker turnover. You can go faster that way. You might increase your forward lean slightly that will increase your speed.
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If you're laboring up a steep hill, imagine that a towrope is attached to the center of your chest, pulling you steadily toward the top.