Running technique
The right running technique is extremely important for people who jog a lot and therefore put a lot of strain on their muscles, ligaments and bones. Correct running can prevent a variety of incorrect strain, wear and tear and also injuries. Basically, running should take place as a fluid movement in which the muscles are very loose and the runner is flexible in the shoulders and hips.
The movement of the body, especially the upper body, is supported by the swinging of the arms, which should be slightly bent. The hands should also be loose and not held tight to the fist. This supports the running technique and the runner also gets a good rhythm and swing.
The head should be kept straight if possible with a forward glance so that the neck muscles do not tense up. Furthermore the running steps should not be too small. The heel of the leg that swings forward is put on just before the body, while the other leg pushes itself strongly off the ground.
The feet should only run just above the ground. In this way, power and energy are not wasted unnecessarily and the running movement remains fluid. Running downhill puts more strain on the body, so it makes sense to slow down and tilt the upper body backwards.
On the contrary, when running uphill, jogging leans the upper body forward. The steps become smaller and the kick from the ground must be stronger. In order to give the jogger enough momentum, the arms should swing more strongly.
It is important to choose routes that offer variety but are also not too demanding. Because the longer you run, the more your strength and concentration decreases after a certain time. The running technique then suffers and the risk of injury or wear and tear is higher.
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