Heel Strike vs Forefoot Strike Running: The distinct ways in which the foot lands in a forefoot strike landing pattern may make the foot more well-positioned to dodge heavy impact loads, thus potentially preventing the foot from injury.
How to Prevent Sore Feet From Running
Running with a forefoot strike naturally encourages less foot inclination, meaning the foreofot points down towards the ground upon and at touchdown. In this positional configuration, the foot is more likely to benefit from impact protection than a typical heel strike landing.