Outdoor Run
Technique guide
Set-up
- Wear supportive running shoes and plan a route you know.
How to do it
- Start with a few minutes of easy jogging or brisk walking.
- Run at a steady, comfortable pace for the prescribed time.
- Ease down to a walk for the last few minutes.
Coaching cues
- Run tall with relaxed shoulders.
- Land with your foot roughly under your body, not far in front.
Common mistakes
- Starting much faster than you can keep up.
- Increasing your weekly running time too quickly.
Safety
- Where there’s no pavement, run facing oncoming traffic, and wear something bright in low light.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
Alternatives
Easier and harder versions of this movement, and the same movement with other equipment.
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