04/23/2026
Theres lots of debate in the running community about which kind of foot strike is best, but none of them are inherently “right” or “wrong.” Heel strikes tend to shift more load up the lower chain, forefoot strikes place more demand in the calf and achilles, and midfoot sits somewhere in between.
What matters most is how this relates to the rest of your mechanics (cadence, symmetry, how well you absorb force, etc.) Come see us and we can pinpoint exactly how your foot should be landing for maximum results and minimal injury risk!