Take the tour ×  One of the first suggestions when looking at
improving a running pace is to examine your technique. However,
I prefer to run alone and if I didn't I don't know any
experienced runners.  I most commonly run 5 or 10km runs during
the week, with a longer run over the weekend. I've been using
minimalist shoes for several months and feel like I have adapted
to a mid-foot strike. I'm looking at bringing my pace down from
5:30 min/km to closer to 5:00 min/km for a marathon next year.
Does anyone have a suggestion for how I can self-assess my
running technique to identify flaws?  share|improve this
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• Treadmill Video - Can be done on your own.      Although
imperfect, if you have access to a treadmill, you can set up
your video camera and film your running form from the side, the
back and the front if the treadmill doesn't block the view. I
also think it helps to do both side views because there can be
left -right differences. If you can