Is Your Running Form Helping or Hurting Your Race Day Performance?
December 17, 2025 - By Dr. Lynne Virant, PT, DPT - Official Training/Performance Physical Therapist, Double Bridge Run
With 9 weeks until race day, you're likely deep into training. But here's a question most runners never ask: Is your running form working FOR you or AGAINST you?
If you're chasing a PR: Small form inefficiencies compound over 9.3 miles. That hip drop, overstriding, or excessive bounce? Each one costs you energy. The difference between hitting your goal and falling short often isn't fitness - it's mechanical efficiency.
If you're dealing with nagging issues: That tight IT band, achy knee, or uncomfortable foot that won't go away? It's probably not the stretching you're missing. Most running injuries stem from form issues that create compensation patterns. You're treating the symptom, not the source.
The challenge? You can't see yourself run.
You might feel something's off, but without video analysis, you're guessing. And even if you film yourself, knowing WHAT to look for (and WHY it matters) requires expertise.
This is exactly why I'm offering free run screens to all Double Bridge Run participants.
Here's what you'll get (normally $200):
- Video analysis of your running mechanics
- Training program review to check for errors contributing to issues or limiting performance
- Personalized feedback on YOUR specific form and what to address
- Clear recommendations - what you can self-correct and what needs hands-on work
It's completely virtual. Record two quick videos at home, upload them, and I'll send detailed feedback within a few days.
Whether you're: ✅ Optimizing for speed ✅ Managing a nagging issue ✅ Just want to make sure you're training smart
Understanding your form is one of the best investments you can make in your race preparation.
Race day is February 7 - time to train smart, not just hard.
Get your free run screen: www.getmovingpt.com/dbr2026
