20 Magical Run Form Fixes in 90 Minutes (Masterclass)

About this episode

This episode discusses common running form mistakes and provides actionable fixes to improve running efficiency and reduce fatigue.

If running feels smooth one day and frustrating the next, this episode explains why. I break down the form habits that waste energy, slow you down, and get worse when fatigue hits, plus simple fixes that make running feel easier. You’ll learn how cadence, posture, arm swing, stride length, mobility, and shoes work together so you can run faster, stay healthier, and finish stronger. Key Takeaways Better running form is not about looking pretty. It is about reducing wasted movement so you can run faster, longer, and with less effort. Overstriding is often a bigger problem than heel striking. Learning to land closer to your body with quicker, shorter steps can improve efficiency and lower stress on your body. Form matters most when you get tired. Training cadence, strength, mobility, and focus helps your technique hold together late in races and long runs. Timestamps [01:35] What Most Runners Get Wrong About Run Form [02:05] Run Science Nerd Break [02:26] 3 Step Overstriding Fix [02:51] Step 2 - Film It [03:31] Step 3: Increase Your Cadence (In a Smart Way) [03:39] Quick Run Science Nerd Break [05:14] Use This To Stop Overstriding [06:11] Patience Is The Problem [06:36] Quick Run…

People in this episode

Host: Daren DLake

Topics covered

• run form
• running efficiency
• cadence
• mobility
• overstriding
• running technique

Keywords

• running form
• overstriding
• cadence
• mobility
• heel striking
• stride length
• running technique

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