How to Run Properly & INSTANTLY Improve Your Running Form & Technique - 3 SIMPLE TIPS! - Ben Parkes

Aug 13, 2025

Intro

This is a quick summary of How to Run Properly & INSTANTLY Improve Your Running Form & Technique - 3 SIMPLE TIPS! from Ben Parkes. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the tips today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points

Forward lean: Lean from the ankles, not the hips or shoulders, to let gravity help you move forward and promote a mid‑foot (tripod) landing.
Barefoot running: Short, shoe‑free sprints on soft ground (park, beach) retrain your body to land on the ball of the foot and reduce heel‑striking.
Strides: Finish easy runs with 15‑20 second bursts at ~95% effort, followed by ~30 seconds easy recovery, to reinforce good form at speed.

Workout Example

Forward‑lean drill – Before your run, stand tall, then gently tip forward from the ankles. Do 10‑15 repetitions and immediately jog about 100 m while keeping the forward tilt. Repeat a few times to cue the posture.
Barefoot sprints – On a soft surface, remove your shoes and run 100‑400 m at an easy pace. Start with 100 m and build up as your calves adapt. Put the shoes back on and continue your regular run.
End‑of‑run strides – After an easy run, perform 2‑7 strides (depending on fitness):
- Run 15‑20 seconds at near‑max effort (≈95% of sprint speed).
- Recover walking or very easy jogging for ~30 seconds.
- Keep the focus on quick turnover, slightly longer stride, and mid‑foot landing.

Closing Note

Give these three simple tips a try on your next training session—adjust the distances and repetitions to match your current pace using the Pacing app. Consistent practice will fine‑tune your form and make you feel more efficient on every run. Happy running!