Common Misconceptions – Do Running Drills and Activation Improve Your Technique?
20 June 2022 | Category: Running Technique Advice
There are many common misconceptions around running and running technique. We are here to break down some common ones. Do drills, strength work and activation help your running technique?
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An example of Stride & Cadence with Paul Chelimo and Luis Orta
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