Improving Running Technique Drills

Improving Running Technique Drills

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physical Ed, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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This video from Moomoomath and Science introduces a simple drill to transition from heel striking to forefoot landing while running. The video explains the common problem of heel striking due to improper gait and demonstrates a drill to correct it. The drill involves pulling the trail leg quickly towards the buttocks to prevent heel striking. Viewers are advised to practice the drill by marching in place 50 to 100 times in the morning and evening. The video concludes with a recommendation to subscribe for daily math and science content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common issue faced by runners that the video addresses?

Not enough hydration

Heel striking

Running too fast

Incorrect breathing

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the drill introduced in the video?

To transition from heel striking to forefoot landing

To enhance flexibility

To improve breathing technique

To increase running speed

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the drill to improve running technique?

Jump in place

Pull your ankle towards your knee

Stretch your legs

Swing your arms

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you check if you are performing the drill correctly?

By counting your steps

By standing next to a wall

By measuring your heart rate

By timing your run

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How often does the narrator recommend performing the drill?

Once a week

Every other day

Every morning and night

Only before a race

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity does the narrator pair with the morning drill routine?

Listening to music

Doing yoga

Drinking coffee

Reading a book

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What benefit has the narrator experienced from doing the drill regularly?

Reduced injuries

Better breathing

Increased flexibility

Improved speed

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator suggest doing while watching TV?

Stretching

Doing the drill

Meditating

Running in place

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator encourage viewers to do at the end of the video?

Share the video

All of the above

Try the drill

Subscribe to the channel