- Stand up straight.
- Think of being tall and straight, do not arch your back.
- Do not lean back or sit back on your your hips, this strains the back.
- Some coaches recommend leaning forward 5 degrees, but this usually results in too much lean, which doesn't improve speed.
- Keep your eyes forward, not looking down but rather looking 20 feet ahead.
- Chin up (parallel to the ground). This reduces strain on neck and back.
- Relax your jaw and avoid tension in your neck.
- Shrug once and let your shoulders fall and relax, with your shoulders slightly back. Do not hike up your shoulders or tense them.
- Suck in your stomach - keep your abdominal muscles firm but not overtightened.
- Tuck in your behind - rotate your hip forward slightly. This will keep you from arching your back.
- Your head should remain level as you walk, all motion takes place from the shoulders down.
- Your hips will rotate front to back as you walk, avoid side-to-side swaying which is wasted motion.
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How to Walk Faster
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