My guest today is Myles Rawson aka @findyourstridecoach. Myles is a UK-based running coach and movement specialist who works closely with athletes to improve their running form. He’s also a mentee of world-renowned movement coach Shane Benzie, and brings a fascia-focused approach to posture and performance.

In this episode, we dive into Myles’ journey from rugby injuries to obsessively researching biomechanics, and how his work with Shane transformed his understanding of form. We talked about how poor posture could silently be ruining your HYROX time, why barefoot shoes are a non-negotiable, and the huge role your fascia and nervous system play in efficient running.

We also got into a live video analysis of myself and my friends Lucy Jackson-Jones and Jade Booth (PFRM Coaching), which is packed with value!

Whether you’re chasing a sub-60 or just want to run pain-free, there’s a lot here for you.

Hope you enjoy my conversation with Myles Rawson.

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Fully Timestamped Chapter List

00:00:00 What Is Running Form?

00:00:36 Reprogramming the Brain for Movement

00:01:31Myles Rawson’s Background & Injuries from Rugby

00:01:39 Obsessive Research & Lack of Progress with First Coach

00:03:39 Working with Shane Benzie & Form Improvements

00:04:09 Timeline of Coaching & Mentorship

00:05:22 Shane’s Location & Running Technique Coaching in the UK

00:06:07 Argument Against Changing Form

00:07:05 Coaching Philosophy & Reprogramming, Not Drills

00:07:56 Fascia Over Muscle Use

00:08:26 What Is the Fascial System?

00:09:33 Improving Fascial Function & Daily Posture Awareness

00:11:43 Standing Desks & Building Daily Postural Strength

00:14:44 Posture & Its Link to Running Efficiency

00:14:49 HRV Breathing & Nervous System Regulation

00:16:15 Breathing Patterns & HRV for Recovery

00:17:38 Meditation, Posture & Tension

00:18:30 Common Running Mistakes & Foot Weakness

00:19:20 Narrow Toe Boxes & Plantar Fascia Weakness

00:21:40 Barefoot Shoes & Foot Strength Progression

00:24:02 Who Should Use Barefoot Shoes?

00:25:13 Becoming More Aware of Movement & Carbon Shoes

00:27:10 Structured Shoes & Pronation Debate

00:29:47 Running Form Chain Reactions & Foot Stability

00:31:35 Knee Function & Stability

00:32:53 Jason’s Sub-40 10K & Impact of Fatigue on Form

00:34:49 Maximising Stride Length Without Overstriding

00:36:17 Creating the Bow Shape & Posterior Chain Activation

00:38:39 Visualising Proper Running Posture

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00:40:28 Video Analysis: Jason, Lucy & Jade

00:50:13 Mirroring Running Partners

00:51:08 Kenyan Running Camps & Synchronised Movement

00:53:13 Demonstrating Overstride & Cycling Legs

00:54:49 Push vs Pull & Glute Activation

01:05:58 Integrating Changes with Reduced Mileage

01:07:30 Avoiding Stretching Sore Muscles Post-Run

01:09:56 Static Stretching, Mobility & Optimal Range

01:10:33 Stretching vs Springiness Trade-Off

01:11:51 Post-Hyrox Movement Adjustments

01:12:47 Posture in Strength Movements Like Farmers Carries

01:13:41 Head Over Lead Foot During Lunges

01:14:01 Relationship with Data & Strava

01:15:16 Sacrificing Form for Zone 2

01:16:42 Watches & Listening to the Body

01:19:00 Watch Accuracy & Ground Contact Time Balance

01:21:55 Red Flags in Running Form

01:22:33 What’s Next for Myles & HYROX Coaching

01:24:28 Running Inefficiently vs Efficiently

01:25:03 Time Savings with Better Running Form

01:25:39 Myles’ Social Media & Coaching Plug

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