Running Technique
Is Heel Striking Bad Running Technique?
Some runners believe that forefoot and midfoot striking is inherently good and heel striking is bad. However, it really isn’t as simple as that!
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Some runners believe that forefoot and midfoot striking is inherently good and heel striking is bad. However, it really isn’t as simple as that!
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