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2003/01/04, 07:03 PM
When trying to increase the intensity while running is it better to stride faster or longer or both?
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Joe I
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2003/01/04, 08:59 PM
The fastest marathon runners have the shortest strides, but I don't know if the same would apply to a sprinter.
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2003/01/04, 09:12 PM
It would depend on what you are trying to increase? The intensity of what? Heart rate? Speed? Distance?
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The trouble with jogging is that, by the time you realize you are not in shape for it, it is too far to walk back! Franklin P. Jones
Ivan Montreal Canada
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2003/01/05, 05:07 AM
Funny question..... I never really thought about that one before. My father and brother are both doing Marathons but I've thought about asking them HOW they run......
Personally I can run a lot faster when I take longer step (I'm tall).
Actually why not try both and see what works best for you (and tell us!)?
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- Nina :o) Les Victoires éternelles sont celles du coeur.
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2003/01/05, 08:11 AM
What I’m trying to do is some HIIT training, I think it my heart rate I want to get up. I guess what I really want to know is what’s better for you knees short or long strides
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Joe I
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2003/01/05, 11:41 AM
The hiit will bring up the hr. The proper stride depends on you. A sprinter will take longer strides to gain a second, it wont effect your hr. Just make sure you are using the ball and heel of your foot.
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The trouble with jogging is that, by the time you realize you are not in shape for it, it is too far to walk back! Franklin P. Jones
Ivan Montreal Canada
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2003/01/06, 08:21 AM
On the whole, shorter strides are better regarding impact on the bones, joints. However, the most important thing is to do what is natural. Everyone has a certain stride that based on their frame size, etc. If you try to force another stride, it may feel awkward.
DP
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