Heel Strike Running May Exacerbate Biomechanical Impairments
Research over the past 30 years has shown that the cause of running-related injuries is multifactorial. Training volume, muscle strength imbalances, and biomechanical impairments are […]
Articles by Bretta Riches
Don’t Heel Strike When Running Barefooted
When you are running barefooted, you don’t want to heel strike. The most forceful interaction with the ground in running is running with a heel strike, especially when you’re barefoot.
Running Barefoot on Matted Surfaces May Provoke Heel Strike
When running barefoot, body interacts safer with natural surfaces as compared with unnatural surfaces such as a cushioned mat.
Is Toe Strike Running Bad?
Toe strike running is defined as landing high up on the balls of the foot, or on the toes, without allowing the entire foot to […]
Why Many Studies Give Barefoot Running a Bad Name
Why some studies unfairly disputes barefoot running.