Simplifying Curve Running

[pinoyathletics]

Another article by Adarian Barr and Allyson Bodenbach on simplifying curve running.

http://pinoyathletics.com/2012/10/18/cu ... ts-simple/

[Marlow]

Another article by Adarian Barr and Allyson Bodenbach on simplifying curve running.

At least they admit that they are over-analyzing it:

Running the curve of a race does not need to be as complex as many coaches make it out to be.

[high knees]

really now.....??? maximal stride length??? aye, yai , yai.................

[lonewolf]

Who knew running was so simple.. or so complicated?
I will be the first to confess I can't spot the difference in running styles..or figure out how "squatting" is going to increase stride length..

[high knees]

maybe this is like the old German/Soviet Union/Eastern Bloc disinformation ploy....

[Marlow]

Since the three topics these authors have given us so far are:

Shoulder Rotation and Stride Length
Why Should I Drag My Toe?
Simplifying Curve Running

I am beginning to suspect an Onion affiliation . . .

[Conor Dary]

Since the three topics these authors have given us so far are:

Shoulder Rotation and Stride Length
Why Should I Drag My Toe?
Simplifying Curve Running

I am beginning to suspect an Onion affiliation . . .

Next it will be running with your eyes closed, followed by running with your arms straight down your sides like that Chinese gal. Or how about how Gin is the perfect drink while running. The possibilities are endless.

[unclezadok]

You should never drink gin WHILE running because you might spill it and waste good gin.

[lonewolf]

[ running with your arms straight down your sides .

I actually knew a 10 flat HS guy who ran like that circa 1949 in western Okla.. kinda loose flapping arms...straight back..walked on at Okla A&M.. didn't stay long.. doctor's son in pre-med