- get into one's stride
- get into one's stride1. Lit. [for a runner] to reach a comfortable and efficient pace. •
I got into my stride right away, and that helped win the race.
•She never got into her stride, and that's why she lost.
2. Fig. to reach one's most efficient and productive rate of doing something. •When I get into my stride, I'll be more efficient.
•Amy will be more efficient when she gets into her stride.
Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.