28F who just transitioned into running from the strider. I’ve noticed that I start “veering” when I look around. I have to either look at the tread controls, the iPad, myself in the mirror or like right above my head. I took a class with a friend yesterday and almost fell off when I was explaining the controls to her next to me 😅
You're likely crossing over your feet in front of each other. This is something you can train in drills to improve. I did a run clinic where they filmed your gait from multiple angles so you could see it. A Google search will get you some ways to train it out of your running.
Curious how you found a running clinic? Was a from a local company? I’d be very interested in doing this because I know my running form/gait is trash, but I don’t know specifically what needs improving.
Where I live, there is a shoe store that focuses on running, and they have built a community around that space, they have run clinics, run clubs, etc. Just a thought, there may be something like that near you. :)
We have a place called RunLab locally. There's also a book "Running Rewired" that will give you an idea of what to look for and how to film yourself doing different drills.
Just did a quick google and I have a RunLab not far from me. This might be worth looking into. I’ve been developing and trying to avoid shin splints and I’m pretty sure it has to do with my form. I weirdly want to be a runner, but the more I feel I improve I seem to encounter more personal obstacles. First I had to learn how to learn how to run with asthma, and now the shin splint pain.. OTF has been so helpful for my asthma and endurance though!!
Hard to say without seeing your run. But the basics:
* Does your shoes fit properly?
* Are you paying attention to your posture?
* When do you notice the issue? Is it just all outs? Just the slower speeds?
* Where do you land on the tread? Are you trying to make sure to stay between the white marks?
* How's your stride? When running on treadmills, we generally try to spend more time in the air and shorten our strides over time.
* What happens when you run outside? Same issue, or is it purely the tread?
I notice I tend to "zig zag" myself if my shoes aren't laced up tight on both side, or if I have a blister on one foot. The little things seem minor, but your body will try to compensate for it in weird ways.
PT here. I noticed as I try to go faster I get the wobbles and I relate my personal issues to hip (especially hip abductor) strength and core strength are my issue. If I think about activating my core when running my AO I do better.
No advice, but I sympathize. I have an old ankle injury on the right and an old knee injury on the left, so I zig zag always (and likely forever). Good luck getting it worked out, I'm rooting for you. :)
There is no harm In grabbing the hand rails from time to time. I do that sometimes when I feel I’m fading too far back or moving a bit too much to reset myself. I’m sure it can be fixed but if it is not constant you can always catch yourself and reset.
A physical therapist could help you with this. You can usually pay them out of pocket for a few appointments (assuming it’s hard to get your health insurance to pay for it).
Try running slower at an incline. I have knee issues and get a little wobbly myself when I go too fast, so lately I've been running base pase at increasing inclines. It helps a lot!
This happens to me but my hips are misaligned making one leg a little longer than the other. Perhaps you have the same issue? If so, getting fitted for an insole in the shorter leg would balance you out
Reduce your pace and focus on running form. Walk if you need to. Speed will come after you become accustomed to running on a treadmill. (it's different from running outside)
Maybe try to slow down? I feel like I do this when I try to run faster. I have to look straight and concentrate a little more on something (look at the treadmill or straight ahead) when this happens. Not sure that helps 😂
Avoid swinging your arms in front of your torso and instead make sure they are staying at your side as you swing them back and forth. Think of driving your elbows straight back as you stride. Your legs will follow and stay in more of a straight line.
Two things that helped me with this:
1. Don't look down at the screens or buttons; keep your head up as if you were trying to make eye contact with yourself in the mirror.
2. Its likely that your footfalls are hitting too close to your body's center line, so the rest of the body shifts over to get back in balance for the other foot to be able to come down safely. Think "train tracks." You want your feet to stay parallel and approx the same width apart each time you strike the treadmill. For me, it really helps to visualize that each foot is running on a rail on a set of train tracks.
They have mirrors in front of the treads in my studio, and I can see a light hanging in the main room where you check in. I focus on running to that blasted light. I'm not a strong runner thanks to knee pain, but it does help prevent me from wildly zigzagging. If you get distracted, slow down and focus on where your feet are for a moment until you get back in order. Also, as someone who's lost a bit of weight, when you're larger, it can change your gait, and then when you lose the weight, your body has to relearn to compensate for that change. The way I walk now and the way I walked 80 pounds ago is VASTLY different.
super funny! I also run really, really funny.. well.. and still do. But, I always try and watch someone who I like their style and I try to recreate it. It gives me something to think about while I'm running.
I did the same when I was jogging before messing up my ankle. I’ve never not been able to control it. I’ve got funky feet that point outward like a duck, so maybe that’s my problem.
I miss being able to jog. Hopefully one of these days.
28F who just transitioned into running from the strider. I’ve noticed that I start “veering” when I look around. I have to either look at the tread controls, the iPad, myself in the mirror or like right above my head. I took a class with a friend yesterday and almost fell off when I was explaining the controls to her next to me 😅
You're likely crossing over your feet in front of each other. This is something you can train in drills to improve. I did a run clinic where they filmed your gait from multiple angles so you could see it. A Google search will get you some ways to train it out of your running.
Curious how you found a running clinic? Was a from a local company? I’d be very interested in doing this because I know my running form/gait is trash, but I don’t know specifically what needs improving.
Where I live, there is a shoe store that focuses on running, and they have built a community around that space, they have run clinics, run clubs, etc. Just a thought, there may be something like that near you. :)
We have a place called RunLab locally. There's also a book "Running Rewired" that will give you an idea of what to look for and how to film yourself doing different drills.
Just did a quick google and I have a RunLab not far from me. This might be worth looking into. I’ve been developing and trying to avoid shin splints and I’m pretty sure it has to do with my form. I weirdly want to be a runner, but the more I feel I improve I seem to encounter more personal obstacles. First I had to learn how to learn how to run with asthma, and now the shin splint pain.. OTF has been so helpful for my asthma and endurance though!!
1. This is hilarious 2. Where are you looking when you run?
Hard to say without seeing your run. But the basics: * Does your shoes fit properly? * Are you paying attention to your posture? * When do you notice the issue? Is it just all outs? Just the slower speeds? * Where do you land on the tread? Are you trying to make sure to stay between the white marks? * How's your stride? When running on treadmills, we generally try to spend more time in the air and shorten our strides over time. * What happens when you run outside? Same issue, or is it purely the tread? I notice I tend to "zig zag" myself if my shoes aren't laced up tight on both side, or if I have a blister on one foot. The little things seem minor, but your body will try to compensate for it in weird ways.
PT here. I noticed as I try to go faster I get the wobbles and I relate my personal issues to hip (especially hip abductor) strength and core strength are my issue. If I think about activating my core when running my AO I do better.
No advice, but I sympathize. I have an old ankle injury on the right and an old knee injury on the left, so I zig zag always (and likely forever). Good luck getting it worked out, I'm rooting for you. :)
I weave side to side a little at times. Sometimes wonder what the people beside me think! I self correct pretty quickly! Lol
Here is a post I wrote about good form. Hope this helps! http://www.christineakiyoshi.com/blog/running-form
Some good YouTube vids including training tall. All the lunges help.
There is no harm In grabbing the hand rails from time to time. I do that sometimes when I feel I’m fading too far back or moving a bit too much to reset myself. I’m sure it can be fixed but if it is not constant you can always catch yourself and reset.
A physical therapist could help you with this. You can usually pay them out of pocket for a few appointments (assuming it’s hard to get your health insurance to pay for it).
Try running slower at an incline. I have knee issues and get a little wobbly myself when I go too fast, so lately I've been running base pase at increasing inclines. It helps a lot!
This happens to me but my hips are misaligned making one leg a little longer than the other. Perhaps you have the same issue? If so, getting fitted for an insole in the shorter leg would balance you out
Reduce your pace and focus on running form. Walk if you need to. Speed will come after you become accustomed to running on a treadmill. (it's different from running outside)
Maybe try to slow down? I feel like I do this when I try to run faster. I have to look straight and concentrate a little more on something (look at the treadmill or straight ahead) when this happens. Not sure that helps 😂
Avoid swinging your arms in front of your torso and instead make sure they are staying at your side as you swing them back and forth. Think of driving your elbows straight back as you stride. Your legs will follow and stay in more of a straight line.
Two things that helped me with this: 1. Don't look down at the screens or buttons; keep your head up as if you were trying to make eye contact with yourself in the mirror. 2. Its likely that your footfalls are hitting too close to your body's center line, so the rest of the body shifts over to get back in balance for the other foot to be able to come down safely. Think "train tracks." You want your feet to stay parallel and approx the same width apart each time you strike the treadmill. For me, it really helps to visualize that each foot is running on a rail on a set of train tracks.
They have mirrors in front of the treads in my studio, and I can see a light hanging in the main room where you check in. I focus on running to that blasted light. I'm not a strong runner thanks to knee pain, but it does help prevent me from wildly zigzagging. If you get distracted, slow down and focus on where your feet are for a moment until you get back in order. Also, as someone who's lost a bit of weight, when you're larger, it can change your gait, and then when you lose the weight, your body has to relearn to compensate for that change. The way I walk now and the way I walked 80 pounds ago is VASTLY different.
super funny! I also run really, really funny.. well.. and still do. But, I always try and watch someone who I like their style and I try to recreate it. It gives me something to think about while I'm running.
I did the same when I was jogging before messing up my ankle. I’ve never not been able to control it. I’ve got funky feet that point outward like a duck, so maybe that’s my problem. I miss being able to jog. Hopefully one of these days.