37D - Sciencing My Way Through Ultrarunning: Intro

Thinking aloud about some sports science issues as I prepare for
my first 50K ultra.  What is the optimal focus of attention
for a runner and how does it change as you switch from road to
trail?  How can one best acquire the skill of downhill
running?  Does it depend on where you look?


 


Articles/links:


My training log: https://www.strava.com/athletes/17201121


Race I am doing:
http://www.aravaiparunning.com/cave-creek-thriller/


Related blog post with figures: http://perceptionaction.com/37d/


“Look around while running!” Attentional focus effects in
inexperienced runners


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PE0fbapiyQ


 


More information:


http://perceptionaction.com/


My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles)


My ASU Web page


Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc)


 


Credits:


The Flamin' Groovies - Shake Some Action


Miss Derrinnger – Better Run Away From Me


Trash Ride – Running Around


Mark Lanegan - Saint Louis Elegy