About 4M Running
Hi Earl,
You did a running analysis of me last September and I wanted to let you know how much it helped. Since about November after using many of your drills, I was able to increase my steps per minute to about 170 or higher for most of my runs and — knock on wood — I’ve been able to run free of major injury (just normal soreness/pains) since.
The higher cadence also helped lower my heart rate, while running, allowing for faster paces and more intense training, where I’ve had my fastest times in about 10 years. This includes a 19 min 5K, sub 70 min at the Crim 10M, a 1:33 half and a 3:20 marathon.
I often see people talk about form, especially cadence, to say it doesn’t matter much/don’t pay attention to it, but in my case, at least, this modest change has been key where I’ve been able to enjoy my running again.
Thanks again and best wishes.
Chris – Dexter, MI
The Story
The plan for 4M Running came about during the COVID-19 pandemic.
While locked away, unable to work with runners, I brainstormed a simple guide to improving running form, based on my 10+ years of performing video running analysis in physical therapy and sports performance clinics.
Since that initial brainstorm, I have spent years testing and refined this system in my clinic until I felt it was ready to share. It grew from showing you a few integrated techniques to fix the most common issues to this comprehensive online course, where I not only share what to do, but guide you through an evaluation of your own running form. My goal is to teach you what to do, as well as why you need to do it.
About Earl
For over 20 years, I’ve worked with runners of all levels, from recreational runners wanting to run without pain, to collegiate, professional, and Olympic runners, who need to get stronger and fine-tune their running form to stay healthy to achieve their dreams. I’ve acted as their athletic trainer, strength coach, and massage therapist, giving me a comprehensive view of what it takes to run efficiently.
Let me share with you what I’ve learned over my career!
Earl Wenk, LAT LMT ATC CSCS CES PES
- Athletic Trainer
- Massage Therapist
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Corrective Exercise Specialist
- Performance Enhancement Specialist
Efficient
Runners want to run! The activities are designed to fit into your warm-up and maintenance plans so you can get out the door and run.
Integrated
The 4M Running Method is built from my background as an Athletic Trainer, Strength Coach, and Massage Therapist. Each discipline brings a different focus to create an integrated system that looks at both performance and injury prevention.
Educational
Who wants to read boring stuff about running form? This program was planned to be both quick and fun to learn. My goal is to teach you a bit about your running form, so you can take better care of yourself.