Float Running: Technique Training & Tips

Our founder Golden Harper was 2nd Overall out of 1000 runners at the Rockies Marathon today, clicking in at 2:37:05 (5:59/mile) on only 6 weeks of training after a 4 1/2 month winter break!
While this was nowhere near a best time for him, he attributed a lot of his success despite the lack of training to being as efficient as possible with his technique since he didn’t have the fitness or muscle ideal for a best effort. He says he focused on “elbows back, stay loose” for much of the effort, among other things.
Read the 4 steps to optimizing your running technique here: https://floatrun.com/4-tips-to-fast-fun-injury-free-running/

And here’s Golden’s write up of the race, from https://strava.app.link/oONKjqWq5Jb :

1st Master. I had no business running 2:37 after taking 4.5 months away from running and only starting back running a month and a half ago. I couldn't sniff a minute per mile slower on this same course 3 weeks ago...fitness came around just in time! I attribute a bunch to the FloatRun Harness keeping my technique super dialed in and efficient the last 6 weeks. I need to enjoy it now before they get banned in races!
Notes:
Nutrition was on point (Untapped at 45, Maurten at 1:15, V Fuel Gel at 1:40, and another VGel at 2:10.
Had to weave through 1000 plus half marathoners the last 10 miles. My calves cramped when someone came to an abrupt stop in front of me at an aid station and I partially plowed her. Had to fmoderate the pace and not push the last 3 miles to keep the cramps at bay, so no fast finish.
Over the moon happy with the result considering the above, the sleep deprivation from baby not sleeping, and after getting 20,000+ steps yesterday working the expo, etc.
Shoutout to Altra for getting me a pair of Vanish Carbon 2's in time for the race. Ran with them fresh out of the box with no blisters, rubbing, or any other issues. Solid!

Last bus left while I was in the bathroom despite me telling them I was going and would be right back. Gone two minutes and it was already gone. Pretty ticked. Luckily 4 others got left too because they didn't announce it and Akio's wife drove us to the start. I also missed the start by 3 minutes because they had less than half the number of bathrooms at the start than needed. I ended up bailing out of the line after waiting forever and going in the woods, but would've missed the start by 15 minutes had I waited. The bag drop was also a disaster and wasn't announced well...lost my beloved recovery leg sleeves in the chaos. 😞

Denver area! We have a booth at at the Revel Rockies expo in Golden (open to the public) if you want to see our stuff in person . Golden is there giving free running technique analysis and lessons until 5:30pm.
Steinhauer Fieldhouse, Colorado Mines, Golden

https://maps.app.goo.gl/ELf97RPE293QKnT68?g_st=ic

1400 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401

Steinhauer Field House · 4.4★(30) · Gym 1400 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401

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On Monday, May 6th at 6pm, our very own Golden Harper will be doing a clinic at Extra Mile Fitness Company in Valparaiso on The Science of Running Better and Injury Free. Register here: https://runsignup.com/goldenharperworkshop

We'll have a lot of fun while mythbusting and going over a lot of recent research on running. We'll do a hands on running technique clinic with Float Running: Technique Training & Tips PR Gear Sports FloatRun Harnesses for people to demo, and we'll do open Q&A as well.

If you think you might come, feel free to request any topics or ask any questions here ahead of time and he'll prepare for those!

Event details here: https://runsignup.com/goldenharperworkshop

For those of you asking how to use the FloatRun Harness, check out our new video:

How to Use the FloatRun Harness to Improve Your Running Technique How to use the Float Run HarnessToday we're going to talk about how to use the FloatRun Harness, the revolutionary running technique coach that is with you e...

For those of you asking how to use the FloatRun Harness, check out our new video:

How to Use the FloatRun Harness to Improve Your Running Technique How to use the Float Run HarnessToday we're going to talk about how to use the FloatRun Harness, the revolutionary running technique coach that is with you e...

Don't listen to sources that teach you to focus on your footstrike!
We're not big believers on the "one perfect footstrike". The reality is that genetics play a role, and that you'll employ many different landings depending on surface, shoes (heavier/thicker heel=more rearfoot contact), hills, etc. An efficient, low impact foot strike is largely a RESULT of getting your arms, posture, and cadence right.

Despite what many zealots may say, a light, soft heel strike (under a bent knee) can be an efficient way to run (assuming everything else is right and this is happening under a backward traveling leg)
Also, contrary to what many barefoot running "experts" may say...nearly all humans heel strike while running barefoot on soft surfaces like sand and grass (this is what a moderately cushioned zero drop shoe simulates).

Use a FloatRun Harness to dial in your arms, posture, and cadence = great foot strike for your genetics.

Any cast or brace eventually weakens and atrophies the body part it's protecting. Similarly, supportive and cushy shoes do the same to arches, feet, and lower legs.
Offset this with single leg heel floats, running in non-cushioned shoes at least once a week, and by taking your shoes off whenever not absolutely necessary to have them on.
This is critical because your feet are your "landing gear", and strengthening your landing gear has been shown to reduce injury 244%---more than ANY other injure prevention measure ever studied.
More on foot strengthening and landing softer here:

4. Low Impact Landing Float Running Step 4: Low Impact Landing A proper, low-impact foot strike is the result of proud posture, compact arms, and quick steps. Thinking about or focusing on your foot strike can…

Happy thanksgiving weekend, there's plenty to smile about! And it turns out, smiling makes you a more efficient runner!
Do you know what else can make you a more efficient runner? A FloatRun Harness! And for thanksgiving weekend, buy a FloatRun Harness (or any other item), and get a FloatRun Harness for 55% off, PLUS use code GIVETHANKS to get an additional discount off all in-stock items! https://prgear.co/collections/all

Smiling Makes You a More Efficient Runner It sounds hokey, but it works in the lab—and for the greatest marathoner in the world