About this episode
Our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael delve into the concept of running economy, exploring its definition, significance, and the factors that influence it. They explain the role running form plays, and practical tips for improving running economy. They also share six ways you can improve your running economy, emphasizing the importance of strides, strength training, building an aerobic base, incorporating VO2 max workouts, running at goal pace, fine-tuning body composition, and the role super shoes can play on race day. We Cover: What is running economy? Steve Prefontaine vs. Frank Shorter: a running economy comparison Elite runners shows that running economy can compensate for lower VO2 max. The role biomechanics and neuromuscular efficiency play in running economy Strength training Heel striking: good or bad? How to test your running economy Tip 1: Run strides and hill sprints Tip 2: Strength training is essential Tip 3: Build an aerobic base Tip 4: Run VO2 max workouts Tip 5: When to run at goal pace Tip 6: Fine-tune your body composition Bonus Tip: The role super shoes can play on race day. Then, Alex and Michael are joined by running legend Amby Burfoot to analyze the crazy half marathon world record, which was set by Jacob Kiplimo last weekend in Barcelona. ------------------------------------------------------ Come see our live podcast at the Boston Run Show! March 1-2. Get tickets here: https://thebostonrunshow.seetickets.com/event/the-boston-run-show-the-boston-outdoor-expo/boston-hynes-convention-center/3110358 Our free marathon training plans: https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/ Over 210,000 runners read our newsletter. Sign up here and get our free book The 26 Golden Rules Of Running: https://marathonhandbook.com/newsletter/ Follow us on IG: https://instagram.com/marathon.handbook Follow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marathon.handbook Like us on FB: https://facebook.com/marathonhandbook Follow us on X: https://x.com/MarathonHB