This is why Marine boot camp, without a doubt, is the most rigorous and challenging, both physically and mentally, than basic training programs of all the other military branches. New recruits are also required to study and memorize an extreme amount of information, including: 1  Basic drill and ceremony.  USMC Rank.
There are basically 2 ways to increase your stride length: 1  Run upwards on some type of an inclined surface, or. 2  Run with some type of resistance behind you. (i.e., parachutes, flexbands, sleds, etc.)
1 Run less mileage more often. If you are running 4 miles, 2x/week, try switching to less mileage 3-4x/week. Running, just like any other activity, will improve the more you do itânot necessarily more miles, just more often.  Improve your form.