Want to run faster? Then maybe you should relax. That’s the upshot of an article over on Active.com that recently sent to me. Obviously, no amount of relaxation will offset a lack of proper training, but I’ve definitely noticed that I run better when I’m relaxed.
The article also listed some specific tips for relaxing on the run:
- Slacken your jaw and let your eyes soft and droop
- Keep your upper back perpendicular to the running surface
- Make sure your hands aren’t clenched
- Focus on a smooth stride
- Shake out your arms, relax your shoulders
- As you run, repeat the word “calm” or “relax”
- “Don’t apply power; float with strength”
For me, tense shoulders are one of my biggest problems when I run. Now that I’m aware of it, I simply raise and drop my shoulders a few times when I notice that I’m starting to tense up.
What about you? Is your body tense when you run? Any tips for relaxing?
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Thanks for the mention! Active.com has many good articles and not too many that aren’t good. I get them in my Facebook feed and others in my e-mail. I’m sure there are other ways as well if you’re interested.