Biomechanics
6 articles
TrainingAugust 3, 2026 · 7 MIN
Heel Strike vs Midfoot vs Forefoot Running: What the Evidence Actually Says
The debate over foot strike pattern has generated strong opinions and weak evidence. Here is what peer-reviewed research actually shows about injury risk, running economy, and whether you should try to change how your foot lands.
TrainingJuly 26, 2026 · 8 MIN
Running Form Drills: 6 Exercises to Improve Running Economy and Reduce Injury Risk
Running form drills are neuromuscular exercises that reinforce efficient movement patterns, improve coordination, and build the specific strength that sustains good form under fatigue. They take 10 minutes and pay dividends across every training run.
TrainingJuly 22, 2026 · 8 MIN
Running Shoe Selection Guide for Endurance Athletes
The wrong running shoe doesn't just cause blisters — it alters your biomechanics and contributes to chronic injury. This evidence-based guide explains the key variables that matter when selecting running shoes for long-distance training.
TrainingJuly 21, 2026 · 8 MIN
Running Gait Analysis: How Biomechanics Drives Injury Risk and Performance
Up to 79% of recreational runners sustain an injury each year. Running gait analysis identifies the specific biomechanical patterns that predispose to injury — and the targeted interventions that reduce injury risk while improving running economy.
TrainingJuly 8, 2026 · 7 MIN
Running Cadence: The Science of Stride Rate and Why 180 Steps per Minute Is Misunderstood
Running cadence affects ground contact time, vertical oscillation, and injury risk — but the oft-cited 180 spm target is a misread of the original research. Here's what the data actually says and how to optimise your cadence.
TrainingJune 15, 2026 · 8 MIN
Running Economy: Why Two Runners With the Same VO2max Run Different Times
Running economy — the oxygen cost at a given pace — varies by up to 20% between runners of equal aerobic capacity. Here's what drives those differences and what you can actually change.