A Few Tips That Can Be Useful for Running Downhill
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A keen runner, skier and nuts about cycling. Karl lives in Cumbria, where he loves encouraging his two children to follow in his outdoor lifestyle. Whilst out and about keeping active, Karl keeps a diary and shares it with Outdoor Look.
Running has evolved as a sport over the years. One now has numerous choices in front of them when choosing which running sport, they want to indulge in. The Equinox Half-Marathon is one such race which many people look forward to. The Equinox Half-Marathon courses through a downhill racecourse, descending into the Poudre canyon and dropping about 1000 feet vertically for over 13 miles.
Downhill courses engage your muscles in a different way, and to be able to run efficiently on such a course, one needs to train their muscles or incorporate workout regimes that help with your downhill running accordingly. Since only a week is left for the marathon to commence, I bring forth three tips that can prove to be helpful during your race.
These tips will help you maintain a steady pace and curtails the chances or intensity of wear and tear on your body. While running downhill, most runners tend to make two common mistakes- one, leaning backwards while running, and second, breaking with every step. Such actions not just slow you down, but also puts extra pressure on your muscles thereby making them more vulnerable to damage and injury.
Work Those Quadriceps
Using your quadriceps right can be the changing point of your game and may actually lead you to win the marathon. Utilize these leg muscles to cushion and smoothen your landings rather than jolting your joints and muscles. As mentioned above as well, avoid leaning backwards as that pushes your foot to strike more towards the heel. Always lean forward in a way that your nose stays in front of your abdomen.
Stay Focused on Your Form
Be mindful of underestimating down running for an easy shot. In this form of running, over-striding should not be followed as it stresses and tires your muscles quickly. Take shortened strides to maintain a fast pace and increase your leg turnover for a better and balanced momentum.
Keep Your Core Active at All Times
Keeping your core active during your run is very important. They help you run swifter. The muscles of your abs, glutes, and back are known to be critical stabilizers and I highly recommend you to use them to their maximum potential. Keep yourself tall and relaxed with a forward lean at the hips and avoid hunching your shoulders to make good use of your muscles.
These tips are very important, not only to win marathons but to keep your body functioning healthily for the long run. I hope you can work on them before hopping onto the marathon this Sunday. Best wishes from my side.
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A keen runner, skier and nuts about cycling. Karl lives in Cumbria, where he loves encouraging his two children to follow in his outdoor lifestyle. Whilst out and about keeping active, Karl keeps a diary and shares it with Outdoor Look.
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