4 PHASES OF THE RUNNING STRIDE 4 Phases of the Running Stride PHASE ONE TALL Stand tall, but relaxed! Shoulders fall back & down. Head over hips. Press pelvis slightly forward. PHASE TWO LEAN Hold your balanced shape. Lean forward from hips. Let gravity drive movement. Focus 50 metres ahead. PHASE THREE LIFT Think lifting before hit. Lift foot off quickly. Drive knee forward. Think barefeet on hot road. PHASE FOUR SOFT Allow foot to fall naturally. Loading under hips is best. Don't concern contact point. Allow natural foot recoil. Your best stride. ECONOMY QUITER FASTER SHORTER LOWER Cadence is King. SPM METRANOME BAREFOOT/GRASS HILLS @ 2-5% 89 BPM DRUM BEAT
