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A place those of us who enjoy the long, long runs can chat about; ultras, food, gear, race reports, health, injury, techniques, training, training plans, etc., etc., etc.

You get the point.

This is just a start, so if you have suggestions about the overall vibe and setup, please let me know. I hope we can grow this into a place we can call home.

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How to increase your walking efficiency. (ultrarunning.com)

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I've tried to incorporate some form of semi-speed walking into my race strategy, both from necessity and just trying to reach my target miles.

I know this is an older article, but its still pretty relevant. I always feel odd doing the whole hip thing and generally revert to just walking fast if that makes sense.

Do you all practice any particular walking techniques you can recommend?

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[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

But will race walking help when you're going steeply up a trail?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

For me going up a hill, its more like hill walking, there is no race in me.

I've learned to shorten my stride, keep my head up and use my arms more. I generally will walk most hills.

You?

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I walk up hills. Much more efficient than running. Someone once told me if you can't see over the hill, you should walk it.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

whats your opinion on collapsible poles? I've enjoyed so much it almost felt like cheating at one point. they prevent me from overpacing uphill.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

I've only ever used them hiking, and then only in certain cases. Maybe I'll change my mind when I get older, but they seem unnecessary for me now.