Running Tip No.1 Lean forward when running downhill

It came to me as I was on mile 8 of an 11 miler in the middle of a warm day, that running has become much easier. This has become so only because of the years of training that includes more failure than success. But, the success has been very sweet.
I'll break these tips down an item a time, as I have found them important in my routine to running.

Tip No.1 Lean forward when running downhill

I see many runners out there with the natural tendency to lean backwards when going down hill: this gives them a sense of security and maintain a false sense of balance. Running with this kind of form creates more energy to maintain your core and keeping upper body stable. You will find when the distances are long (I'm a long distance runner)that after mile 13, 14, 15...you will be digging deep into that energy storage; where every gram of calorie is used, every step made efficient, every negative thought removed. You have created a well trained form of running efficiently in your first 13, you will not want to waste your energy running downhill incorrectly. You need the fuel to finish your goal strong, and you use it where you need it most: your legs.
As soon as you see the incline tilting forward, do the same with your upper body. Lean forward only until your body is perpendicular to the incline. This will immediately create the same running form as you had when you were running on a level road. when it comes to those long distances, stay in gear.
See you on the road!