Several things can influence this, such as height, weight, stride, and experience. You’ll also likely hear this term linked with specific types of runs (“5K pace”, “marathon pace”, etc.).Ĭadence: The number of steps a runner takes per minute while running. Pace: This refers to the amount of time it takes to cover a mile (or kilometer). Many coaches call the latter “running tall.” Try keeping your gaze forward, shoulders relaxed, elbows at a 90-degree angle, and torso upright. This is essential to avoiding injuries and getting faster. The Basicsįorm: The way you position and hold your body while running. From endurance to hypoxic, consider this your complete manual in running vocabulary. So, to help you keep up with the best of them…in lingo, at least…we created this guide full of common terms you’ll hear along your running journey.
It can be disheartening, especially for beginners. There are dozens of words and phrases tossed around the running community that leave us completely confused sometimes. If you think a 5K means five miles and cadence means…well, what the heck does cadence actually mean?…you’re in good company.
Add in tricky running vocabulary on top of that and how do you even begin? As with most things, there are a ton of new experiences and skills to learn, test out, and adjust to. Starting a running journey can be daunting.
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