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Running Technique

The Importance of a Good Running Technique

Maximize Running Economy - put all your energy into propelling yourself forward rather than into unnecessary movement. Turn wasted energy into useful energy that can be used for running faster and for longer

Reduce the risk of injury by limiting the impact stresses of running

Maximize running speed through the use of the free energy stored in your elastic tendons

Slow the onset of fatigue by using the correct muscle groups

Reduce the amount of fuel you require

Reduce the amount of heat you accumulate

Benefits

Run More comfortably and efficiently on a variety of terrain

Run faster and for longer using the same amount of energy

Reduce the risk of injury

Improve your performance in a team sport

Keep yourself running fit

Numerous running tips...Training, Stretching, Nutrition, Strength Improvements....

Ideal Running Technique: Are you running efficiently and injury free?

Testimonial

Usually after an event I'd be frustrated and disappointed in my run. Angry that I could have done better if I enjoyed it more and could actually run, I would get back to my car and turn on my wipers to get rid of all the junk mail that piles up on the windscreen before I drove home hoping for better luck next time.

Luckily for me there was one day on which I collected and read the pile. Included in it was your Fit For Life flyer. I got home and checked out the web site and it sounded perfect. Could I commit to 5 evenings with kids screaming and a partner only just walking in the door? I took the plunge and committed to the most productive 5 weeks in my short triathlon career.

Since doing your course I have finished strongly in all my events and recommended the course to everybody I talk to. It even feels more natural now than the laborious strides I was making before.

Thanks for a wonderful course which highlighted some major deficiencies in my running technique and highlighted why I was not enjoying running at all.

Wendy

Classes

Running Technique Classes based in Christchurch, covering:

  • Breathing, foot strike type, foot strike placement, running cadence and body position
  • Propulsion using the big muscle groups and knee drive
  • Maintaining running momentum through correct limb movement
  • Efficient uphill running
  • Falling downhill in a controlled manner

Classes are suitable for beginners, recreational runners, competitive runners and any team sports involving running

Class Options

Group Classes: 8 people maximum per class

One on One Technique Coaching: specifically tailored to your requirements

TimeTable

Call Karen now for the next technique class.

Morning, daytime and evening classes available.

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Tel: 03 338 6728 Mob: 021 186 7906 Email: karen@fitforlifenz.co.nz