Forefoot Running Benefits

Does Forefoot Running Prevent Injury?

21/06/2020 Bretta Riches 0

In forefoot running, you automatically and remarkably land with less forces of all kinds which is why forefoot running may be an excellent match for injury prevention.

Heel Strike Running May Cause Calf Strain and Injury

13/06/2020 Bretta Riches 0

Heel strike running may prevent the calves from being used more effectively as shock absorbers which may not only increase calf loading, but may amplify impact to other areas of the leg as compared with forefoot running.

Forefoot Running May Prevent Tibial Fracture as Compared with Heel Strike Running

08/06/2020 Bretta Riches 0

Forefoot running may prevent tibial fracture by reducing opposing forces on the shins as compared with heel strike running.

Forefoot Running at Faster Speeds May Prevent Shin Splints

24/05/2020 Bretta Riches 0

Heel strike runners who suffer shin splints may benefit from switching to forefoot running because it was found to demonstrate the strong positive effect of easing physical strain off the shins, especially at faster running speeds.

Forefoot Running May Prevent Hip Injury

19/05/2020 Bretta Riches 0

2 ways landing with a forefoot strike can prevent hip pain after running.

Is Forefoot Running Better for Your Knees?

15/05/2020 Bretta Riches 0

It’s becoming more well-established that forefoot running may be the leading way to abolish your runner’s knee pain.

Is Forefoot Running More Economical Than Heel Strike Running?

27/04/2020 Bretta Riches 0

Forefoot running may be more economical because it may enhance spring loading in the Achilles tendon, potentially increasing spring energy which is directly related to enhanced running economy.

How To Run with Less Impact

12/04/2020 Bretta Riches 0

More evidence supports the idea that forefoot running may do more to limit injury because there’s less all-around impact stress on the body as compared with heel strike running

How Forefoot Running May Strengthen the Toes

Forefoot Running May Make Your Toes Stronger

20/12/2019 Bretta Riches 0

We know that forefoot running can significantly decrease the amounts of loading on the knee, but the mechanics of forefoot running can also help naturally strengthen the toes.

Forefoot Strike Running May Prevent IT Band Injury

18/10/2019 Bretta Riches 0

Another credential to add to forefoot strike running’s impressive resume is that it may prevent IT band pain and injury as compared with heel strike running.