Treadmill Running

Gradually raise the belt speed and stand in the center. Look forward and keep your arms comfortably bent.

Take short, quick steps while looking ahead rather than down at your feet. Keep your torso tall and swing your elbows naturally.

Lower the speed gradually to finish. Transition to walking until your breathing settles.

Use your glutes and hamstrings along with your calves. Run with the feeling of pushing the ground backward.

Holding the front of the belt or reaching your feet too far forward increases impact. Shorten your stride so you land close beneath your body.

Breathe in a steady rhythm, such as once every two or three steps. Do not suddenly change your breathing pattern as your pace rises.

Transition to running after a walking warm-up instead of starting fast. Your running posture and rhythm will build more steadily.