Start running faster with the top 5 tips in this ultimate countdown video. Each tip is very actionable so you can incorporate it into your running/sprinting routine right away. Taught by Olympic sprint coach Ken Harden with detailed demonstrations and slow motion recaps with Olympic athletes. You'll learn how to run faster and optimize your speed and acceleration step by step.

00:00 INTRODUCTION
00:10 Half moon technique
01:19 FRONT LEG PUSH
02:45 GET YOUR STRENGTH UP
04:24 HIP FLEX POWER
05:58 Footstep

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Whether you're training for a race, improving your personal best, or just want to run faster for fun, this countdown video will hone your form so you can run faster.

Tip #5: Half Moon Technique – Where your foot hits the ground in relation to your hips is critical for maximum speed. This technique will help you achieve this position and is the fastest way the legs move during a sprint.

Tip #4: Front Leg Kick – Most athletes make the mistake of starting off by pushing off with both feet. By starting with a strong kick from the front leg, you can generate more power and momentum, which can help you maintain your speed and improve your running speed.

Tip #3: Align Your Forces – The third tip focuses on properly aligning your body and forces to run in a straight line, minimizing wasted energy and improving your speed and efficiency. By maintaining an upright posture, engaging your core muscles and aligning your head, shoulders, hips and feet in a straight line, you can minimize lateral movement and maintain a more efficient running form.

Tip #2: Hip Flexor Strength – Hip flexor strength is the difference between good and great. The hip flexors play a critical role in maintaining good running form and avoiding injury. By developing strong and flexible hip flexors, you can maintain a stable and upright posture, avoid excessive swaying or twisting, and optimize your stride length and frequency.

Tip #1: Proper Ground Contact – The most important tip in our countdown emphasizes the importance of proper foot placement and ground contact, as well as optimizing energy (hint: it's not about running on your toes!). Proper ground contact and dorsiflexion are fundamental aspects of running technique that can significantly increase your speed.

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