The 10 Running Blueprint Standards (And Why You Need Them)
Anonymous
May 24, 2025
You Can’t Improve What You Don’t Measure
Most runners just... run. They follow cookie-cutter plans, deal with recurring pain, and swap shoes hoping something will change.
But if you’ve ever felt stuck in a plateau or sidelined by another injury, the problem probably isn’t your training plan. It’s your movement.
That’s what the Running Blueprint is built to fix.
What is the Running Blueprint?
The Running Blueprint is a self-assessment system made up of 10 physical standards designed to:
Identify weak links in your movement chain
Highlight where you're at risk of injury
Build the foundation for consistent, powerful, injury-free running
It’s not just about stretching or strength. It’s about giving your body the green light to train hard, recover fast, and move with confidence.
The 10 Standards Inside the Running Blueprint
Neutral Feet – Are your feet aligned, straight, and stable in everyday movement?
WTFF Shoes – Do your everyday shoes allow natural movement (Wide, Thin, Flexible, Flat)?
Balance – Can you stand on one leg with strong foot control and coordination?
Ankle Range of Motion – Do your ankles have the mobility to absorb force and support propulsion?
Thoracic Mobility – Is your upper back mobile enough to maintain posture and breathing efficiency?
Squat Mechanics – Can you squat with control and range without compensation?
Hip Flexion – Can each hip achieve normal flexion range (120°) under load and balance?
Hip Extension – Can you open your hips and use your glutes fully when you run?
Jumping & Landing – Can you absorb force and maintain mechanics under impact?
Hydration – Are you supporting tissue quality and recovery with proper hydration habits?
These aren’t random. They’re the foundations for running well — for life.
Why Most Runners Never Improve These
Most runners rely on plans that don’t look under the hood. No assessment. No root-cause identification. Just volume.
The Blueprint is different. It’s a scorecard. A diagnostic. A permission slip to start pushing performance with confidence.
Once you know your scores, you’ll know exactly where to focus:
Mobility and injury prevention → Start in Natural Born Mobility
Running technique and efficiency → Jump into the 21-Day Natural Born Runner
Athletic power and speed → Head into Natural Born Athlete
What’s Your Score?
Inside Natural Born Running, you’ll get full access to:
Video instructions for each of the 10 standards
A self-scoring system to track your results
Immediate next steps based on your performance profile
Mobility, technique, and strength programs tailored to your needs
🎯 Start your 2-week free trial, take the Blueprint, and find out what’s really holding your running back.
👉 [Start My Trial & Take the Blueprint]
Coach Mick