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Dec 2021
1:04pm, 31 Dec 2021
19,103 posts
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Shark the Herald Angel
Strength is definitely more important than flexibility. I'm speaking as a very bendy person but you really don't need more than functional flexibility.
I was interested to discover that stride length is more about strength than flexibility. FACT! No, really, it is.
Here you go:
An effective stride length is generated by applying a force into the ground (pushing off the ground) and propelling the athlete forward rather than reaching forward with the legs in an attempt to pull the athlete forward. The force producing capacities of the athlete are fundamental to achieving optimal stride and length and maximal speed.
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Dec 2021
1:45pm, 31 Dec 2021
1,023 posts
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Nord SledRunner
I've often wondered which way cause and effect goes (and what the variables are, too). Am I hetting slower because my sytide is hetter shorter as I get older. Is my stride getting shorter because I'm losing muscle strength with age. Or am I losing miscle strength because I'm conenting myself with a shuffle?
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Dec 2021
5:42pm, 31 Dec 2021
21,489 posts
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Columba
Ultra ChristmasTT: "Also enduring discomfort and pain, doesn’t sell it very well does it 😂".
It ought to, because it applies in so many areas of life. I suspect that it does, or could, if it weren't for so many siren voices promoting comfort and pleasure.
Interesting discussion, strength vs. fleibility. I have heard it said before (strength more important as people get older) but not seen the analysis of stride length in relation to strength.
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Dec 2021
5:55pm, 31 Dec 2021
32,657 posts
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Mrs Jigs (Luverlylegs)
I certainly need to build more strength, especially my upper body.
I had a very pleasing med long run of 7.5 miles today but need to slow it down for the moment.
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Dec 2021
11:13pm, 31 Dec 2021
14,018 posts
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UltraChristmasTreeTrunc
I shall try and report back on my progress with strength training and also stride length as a kind of experiment. My new watch/ app gives stride length, now it may or may not be accurate but will show up if there is a difference over time. With increased strength I’m expecting more speed of course. I’m going to take recovery on a feeling basis rather than a set period, that means I’ll rest longer if I feel the need .
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Jan 2022
12:58pm, 4 Jan 2022
17,336 posts
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jennywren
I met with the PT this morning. I’ve agreed to do exactly what she tells me, initially for three months, with a review after that. She was lovely, not at all scary, and is going to help me with nutrition and sleep as well as strength and conditioning. A whole package. I’m excited to get started now! I’m having a baseline assessment on Friday for flexibility and mobility (I’m stiff as an ironing board and almost as immobile) so she’s expecting to have some work to do 
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Jan 2022
1:16pm, 4 Jan 2022
13,906 posts
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Ultracat
Good luck on Friday Jenny.
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Jan 2022
1:22pm, 4 Jan 2022
19,155 posts
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Sharkie
Sounds really great, Jenny. Look forward to hearing about it in detail. I love detail!
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Jan 2022
1:33pm, 4 Jan 2022
17,337 posts
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jennywren
There will be lots of detail Sharkie
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Jan 2022
1:38pm, 4 Jan 2022
19,156 posts
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Sharkie
Let’s all share detail - there’s still not enough good info for athletic over 60s. ( and onwards )
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