Obviously this is a phrase you hear from anyone who is going somewhere in life. Always look forward, never go back, etc. Well, today I mean it in a literal sense.
I've been unable to train for the last week due to a ton of work at my two jobs. This is good for the wallet, but bad for the legs. I got a chance to go for an hour long run today which felt great, but something was missing. I felt like I was working harder than I should and wasn't going as fast and I wanted. I attributed this to a lack of training over recent weeks, but then I stopped (mentally) and analysed my running style.
One thing I've been discovering in recent weeks is the importance of feeling the work I do propelling me in a forward motion. When I make myself do this, instantly everything I do feels much smoother and fluid; deadzones disappear, speed is increase, and effort feels less.
Today I tried to visualize a smooth forward motion while running and suddenly everything clicked into place. My form stabilized, power output went up, and effort went down. It was the perfect end to the workout.
Remember: visualize forward momentum. It may not drastically change your technique, but it will make you feel faster and more fluid. If nothing else it's good for the mind.
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