Mature athletes know that as a runner, speed and endurance are their main weapons. One cannot survive without the other. After all, what's the point of having lots of stamina if you're as fast as a tortoise? If you're a frequent marathon runner and you want to improve your finishing time so you can compete at more prestigious events like the New York and the Boston Marathons, here are some strategies on how you can improve your speed without having the need to buy fancy and expensive training equipment. Increase Dorsiflexion Improving dorsiflexion in the ankle is one way to increase your speed and mobility. Kim McLaughlin of Invictus blog shares the seven simple steps to improving … [Read more...]