Subject: I have a running question... First, I am NOT a gifted runner, nor athlete of any sorts. I am working hard at it though. Through careful research here on the forum and local running stores, I took the plunge and actually bought some REAL running shoes to ease the shock on my knees and body. I still haven't gotten over the shock to my wallet, but that is another issue.
The first part of my run goes OK, but as I begin to tire I have noticed that my left foot plants hard, flat and loud (running on golf cart path ) while my right foot lands softly and relatively smoothly. I have thought about having someone go behind me with a video camera so I can see what this looks like. As flexibility in my feet goes, I can point my toes like a ballerina. However, I couldn't touch my toes if my life depended on it. Do I need to do some flexibilty work to get the proper heel-toe step? Your thoughts and opinions are welcome. |