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Running economy is considered a major determinant of distance run-ning performance. Enhancing the body’s ability for passive force gener-ation could have a positive effect on running economy by minimizing the energy cost required for the propulsion of the body. Thus, the pur-pose of this comprehensive review was to provide a list of modifiable factors that promote this ability. The interest was focused on lower-limb stiffness, as it is a factor of great influence and at the same time can be modified with training and specific biomechanical adjustments. Al-though it appears that no clear instructions can be provided to athletes and coaches, it should be noted that careful consideration of the run-ners’ anthropometric, physiological, and biomechanical characteristics are necessary for optimal performance results.