How to Improve Your Cadence
There is no perfect running cadence, however, there is a particular cadence that’s best for every runner. Your height, total fitness, hip mobility [5] and other factors play significant roles in determining your cadence. You can do the following to boost your form
- Measure your current cadence and add at least 5 percent. That is, if your cadence is 150 strides per minute, you should aim to attain at least 155 strides per minute.
- It is important to start by increasing your cadence to only one or two runs every week or short intervals during every run.
- You can practice on a treadmill [6] before going to the tracks. This is important because you can set the machine to a speed that suits you, but you cannot do that on a track.
- You assume you are running away from something or in hot lava, so you can attain a quicker turnover.
- After running your new cadence for a 5000 race, you can add an extra 5 percent and do the process again.
Every runner has a cadence that suits their physique and other unique features. It would help to increase your stride length and form as it helps make your cadence quicker and more efficient.
Conclusion
Cadence is the most important form of a runner. As a runner, it is important to focus on improving your cadence, because it significantly affects your performance and your susceptibility to injuries. A short stride length can help boost your stride rate.
References
[1] https://www.trainingpeaks.com/blog/low-cadence-intervals-cycling/
[2] https://www.balancedrunner.com/should-you-increase-your-stride-rate/
[3] https://www.verywellfit.com/set-pedometer-better-accuracy-3432895
[4] https://www.novaorthospine.com/specialties/hip/hip_anatomy
[5] https://www.setforset.com/blogs/news/hip-mobility-exercises
[6] https://www.runnersworld.com/gear/a20834859/the-best-treadmills-for-runners/