Heel Strike Running is Bad for the Long Bones
The reason why heel striking is so bad for running is because it’s the only foot strike pattern that produces the impact forces that directly cause long bone fractures.
Stress Fracture
Tips to Avoid Stress Foot Fracture When Running
The cost of heel strike running in minimalist shoes is a stress foot fracture, particularly a metatarsal stress fracture on the 2nd metatarsal head of […]
Running with a Shin Splints Stress Fracture
A shin splints stress fracture, also known as a tibial stress fracture, will cause a runner to be out of commission for at least 4-6 […]
Heel Striking Increases Risk of Shin Injuries
Lean how running with a heel strike may increase your risk of shin injuries, such as a tibial stress fracture as compared with forefoot running.