What’s the plural of Vapor Fly?
What’s the plural of Vapor Fly?
mid D guy wrote:
Unless the track is wet and slippery, this is probably correct. At 6min/mile pace you are landing on your heel and still have a relatively long contact time with the ground. Racing flats would probably work better.
Heel striking is poor form at whatever speed and leads to injuries. Heel striking should not be occurring at 6min pace. Proper foot strike and form is not just for sprinters.
I do not disagree, however, that spikes are not needed to run a fast mile. We were not allowed to wear spikes when I raced indoors, and we consistently went sub 5 minutes.
If the spikes help psychologically, then put them on. If the kid doesn't like spikes, don't wear them, but wear something light, not trainers.