Fixing the Overstride: Part 1

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Fixing the Overstride: Part 1

  In the article Visualizing the Run Overstride, we saw what an overstride looks like and discussed why it’s a problem. In the next two...

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Rash

Any recommended videos for the circle running? I am having a hard time visualizing what it should look like. I did a quick youtube search and didn't locate anything that seemed on point, however perhaps there is another name for these types of drills.

AlwaysCurious

I don't have a video, sorry. It's a drill I've always just taught in person. The closest thing to it is a "high knees" drill, like in the below video.

However, the high knees is more focused on propulsive force off the back leg. It also has you landing on the ball of your foot, which I don't want.

Think of the circle running drill as a gentler, introductory version of high knees. The point isn't to build explosive strength, but simply to get you used to that motion of lifting up the heels, lifting up the knees, and bringing the front foot straight down.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=GtbxEKJAtvs