In running, “cadence” is the number of steps you take per minute, and training to increase it is one of the most effective ways to improve your running form and efficiency. It's definitely worth your time to track, monitor, and analyze your cadence.
How to track cadence
Technology isn’t required to measure cadence. You can just count how many steps one leg takes in thirty seconds as you run, then multiply that number by four. However, the advantages of using tech are many: