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Why Forefoot Striking is Better for Running Uphill than Heel Striking

Forefoot Striking is Better for Running Uphill vs Heel Strike Running

23/05/2024 Bretta Riches 0

The safest, most efficient way to run uphill is to land with a forefoot strike because it was found to do a better job at improving the position of both initial foot strike position and your upper body posture in ways that greatly reduces the opposing forces linked to most common running-related injuries as compared with heel striking.

What Foot Strike Causes Shin Splints?

29/01/2024 Bretta Riches 0

Because of the high injury rates, many injured heel strike runners are looking to forefoot running because consistent with the research, forefoot running naturally engages additional mechanical outputs that do a better job at sustainably reducing net forces not just on the shins, but also the knees, hips and lower back than heel strike running.

Are Barefoot Running Shoes Good for You?

13/06/2023 Bretta Riches 0

Barefoot running shoes are more than good for you because they deliver a stronger sense of the ground which was found to prompt mechanical corrections that are more energy efficient. Not only that, the unrestricted fit and heightened ground-feedback is the best way to sustainably strengthen the arch and intrinsic muscles deep within the foot.

Cadence Running Meaning: Why a Higher Cadence May Be Better

Cadence Running Meaning: Why Higher Cadence is Better

29/05/2019 Bretta Riches 0

How a higher running cadence is better for the knees and hips and improves performance, too, as compared to a lower running cadence.

Metatarsal Stress Fracture From Forefoot Running – Weak Feet or Jogging too Slow?

30/06/2015 Bretta Riches 0

Metatarsal stress fracture from forefoot running can be prevented by training at faster running speeds rather than jogging.