Since the 440 is a cross between the sprints and the distance events it is only natural that the form in this event is also a blend of the two. The stride is somewhat shorter than that used in the sprints but at the same time itis longer than the stride in the 880 or mile. The forward body lean or tilt is not as sharp in the 440 as in the dash events, but is more than in the longer distances. The cadence is slower, the knee lift less pronounced, and the arm action is lower and less vigorous than that in sprinting. There is more tendacy to permit the heel to touch the ground.
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