Are Most East African Runners Forefoot Striking?
Some argue that Haile Gebreselassie along with many elite East African runners are forefoot strikers. Others argue that Haile is a midfoot striker. However, in many […]
Articles by Bretta Riches
Footwear Companies Should Explain How to Run Properly in Their Shoes
It is important to understand how to run properly in a minimalist shoe. Minimalist running shoes are very popular today, but many runners do not know […]
Why Running Barefoot is Not a Joke
How running barefoot does a better job at protecting the joints of the lower leg from injury better than any shoe.
4 Reasons to Avoid Traditional Running Shoes
Here I list 4 main reasons why traditional running shoes should be avoided for running.
Heel Strike Running Less Economical Due to High Body Loads
A heel strike landing represents the greatest force in running, according to Dr. Uffe Jorgensen. Heel strike running generates greater body-shock as well as collision, […]