How to "run smooth"

Jerkov wrote:

I have running form that could be described as "jerky"..."unpleasant"..."odd looking".... among other things

My left hip has a bit of a hitch, my left leg doesn't cycle through as much as my right and my back arches a little bit. The problem is even when I feel like I'm running relaxed and smooth I don't even notice these issues. They just feel normal to me.

Aesthetics aside, I also feel like it's holding me back in races. I feel like I'm able to run composed during workouts but in races things fall apart.

Any real proven methods to improve form? Are form drills good or bad? I can never tell because I hear a different answer everywhere

It sounds like you have hip mobility issues. Look up "couch stretch" and start there.

Bumpi

long distance running doesnt require incredible form or anything so why worry about it. the more you run and do strength stuff the better your form will get so just dont worry

Your best option is to have been born a Kenyan.

Your second best option is to study with Coach Salazar. He is an expert in dialing in running form.

DD DD wrote:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5gATOl2lYk

Thanks for this. I might be having a little paralysis by analysis. I know theres lots of methods. I may be a little too concerned about trying to find the best one.