Heel strike isn’t the problem, over striding IS: dispelling running myths
Heel strike often gets the blame for negatively impacting running performance, running efficiency, and injury risk. However, over-striding is usually the true culprit.
Heel strike often gets the blame for negatively impacting running performance, running efficiency, and injury risk. However, over-striding is usually the true culprit.
Switching safely from a rear-foot strike to a mid-foot or forefoot strike needs to be done gradually – you need a plan that allows your musculoskeletal, neuro-muscular, and mind-body systems to effectively acclimate to the new strike pattern.