DRILL 1 - HIGH KNEE RUNNING

The aim of this drill is to increase stride frequency and improve knee lift for when you need to pick up the pace

Start jogging slowly, then when comfortably in your stride increase your stride rate so that you take as many steps as possible over about 20 m or so but with an exaggeratedly high knee action. Bringing your legs up in front of you and maintaining a nice upright posture. The emphasis is not on speed but on maximizing the number of steps taken. You will feel the effect on the front of your hips and thighs so do a few quad stretches after this drill to help loosen your legs up.