When you’re on the track, whether running 5 miles, or 100m, the goal is to become as fast as you can. Here are 7  tips to ensure you are a faster runner:

  1. Sleep: make sure you are allowing your body to fully recover and rejuvenate with a good night’s sleep.
  2. Strength training: yes, even for long distance runners, the weight room should not be skipped!
  3. Reduce stress: the less stress your body is under, the more likely it will perform for you when you want it to.
  4. Eat properly: make sure you are eating a well balanced diet with sufficient calories!  
  5. Focus on mechanics: keep your arms at degrees, shorten your stride, and land efficiently on your forefoot.
  6. Stay relaxed: when you are running at a fast speed, we have the tendency to tighten up. Relax your face and jaw when you are running and the rest will follow.
  7. Breathe: sync your breathing to the rhythm of your feet to ensure you’re getting ample oxygen to your muscle.
Category: Track