I'm with you on that. I've seen guys who think they need to log 70 miles a week to be competitive, but they're just begging for an injury. I've found that 40-50 miles is a good range for me too, it allows me to put in quality work without sacrificing recovery. And let's be real, it's not about the miles, it's about how you feel. If you're feeling fatigued and beat up, you're not going to perform well on race day.
I've found that increasing stride length is all about proper posture and hip alignment. If you're overstriding, you're gonna put unnecessary stress on your joints. Try to focus on landing midfoot or forefoot instead of heel striking. It'll take some time to adjust, but it's worth it. Also, don't forget to stretch and foam roll your hip flexors, they're crucial for maintaining good form.
Impressive performance by Nina Kennedy. She's been dominating the pole vault scene for a while now. But let's be real, the real test is the Olympics. Can she keep this form going into the next Games?