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Looking to improve your running cadence? In this video I'll show you 5 key drills that will increase your cadence *long-term* without having to constantly use an app.
Remember: overhauling your running form is a lengthy process. Don't rush it! Take your time, implement drills like these gradually, and don't worry if you're not seeing results right away.
Summary (big thanks to Trevor Lei in the comments):
00:00 - Intro + should you use a cadence app?
00:34 - Why you should care about cadence
01:34 - Before doing these, find your current cadence
2:16 - Falling Strides (helps with forward lean)
3:26 - High Knees w/ mixture between regular high knees and butt kicks (helps with stride frequency)
5:10 - A Skips (also helps with stride frequency)
6:41 - B - Skips (works with foot strike, knee lift, as well as glute and hamstring activation)
7:32 - Carioca w/ knee lift (for glute hip activation as well as hip mobility to prevent overstriding)
8:35 - How to implement
9:29 - 3 common mistakes with these drills
Do these 2-3x/week.
After shorter easy runs or before harder workouts is best. You want to be warmed up without being exhausted.
Have fun out there! Let me know how these go for you 👍