Uploaded November 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Elite runners typically have a larger step length compared to recreational runners.
That bigger step length does not come from reaching forward with the foot.
It is a result of the propulsive forces coming from the leg as the foot passes under you.
Watch Jakob during the 5000m world championships and pay attention to the foot landing.
In the clip that he has the larger stride length, he is not reaching any more forward with the foot compared to the earlier clip.
The takeaway here is that...
If you feel like you have choppy, short steps when you run, trying to reach forward with the foot may not be useful.
Rather working on different factors that may be limiting your propulsive abilities may be more helpful.
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If you are interested in more short form content, check out my instagram (@jpgloria.dpt): instagram.com/jpgloria.dpt
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Also, I am finally opening up more slots for my run coach services. If you are interested, check out my website: jpgloria.com
Elite runners typically have a larger step length compared to recreational runners.
That bigger step length does not come from reaching forward with the foot.
It is a result of the propulsive forces coming from the leg as the foot passes under you.
Watch Jakob during the 5000m world championships and pay attention to the foot landing.
In the clip that he has the larger stride length, he is not reaching any more forward with the foot compared to the earlier clip.
The takeaway here is that...
If you feel like you have choppy, short steps when you run, trying to reach forward with the foot may not be useful.
Rather working on different factors that may be limiting your propulsive abilities may be more helpful.
-
If you are interested in more short form content, check out my instagram (@jpgloria.dpt): instagram.com/jpgloria.dpt
-
Also, I am finally opening up more slots for my run coach services. If you are interested, check out my website: jpgloria.com
