Monday 20 July 2009

THE GREAT BAR ROOM DEBATE; WHICH IS BEST, TO HEEL STRIKE OR TO LAND ON THE FORE FOOT!

I had a heated debate [fueled by alcohol] last week with a friend on which is the correct and the most natural way to run; heel or fore foot landing!
I decided to ask Canutes efficient running site to come up with the answers.Canute was very kind and went to a lot of trouble to unravel the truth!
READ IT HERE

3 comments:

Samurai Running said...

Glad you asked the question Rick and thanks for the link to that article on "Younger legs"

Hope you're doing well.

Ewen said...

When I buy some Spira shoes I'll definitely be landing on the forefoot ;)

Michael said...

I like the read. As for me, I think it depends on how fast I run, i.e., all out 200s and I'm on my toes... a Sunday long run and I heel strike. Regardless, thanks.