Ground Contact Time

The amount of time (in milliseconds) your foot spends touching the ground during each step.

Why GCT Matters

Ground Contact Time (GCT) distinguishes runners from walkers.

Less time on the ground means more time flying. Improving power and stiffness in the lower legs helps reduce GCT.

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The number of steps you take per minute while running, typically measured in SPM (steps per minute).

The dominant brand of GPS running watches, so ubiquitous that "Garmin" has become shorthand for any running watch.

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