July 2012 PMID 22217561

Foot strike and injury rates in endurance runners: a retrospective study.

Adam I Daoud, Gary J Geissler, Frank Wang, Jason Saretsky, Yahya A Daoud, Daniel E Lieberman

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Discussions generally agree with the study's conclusion that forefoot striking appears to lower injury rates, with posts mentioning trying gait adjustments or minimalist shoes, and referencing programs like the 'Midfoot Project.' The tone varies from supportive to encouraging, reflecting a moderate interest and potential influence on runners' behaviors.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the findings of the study, emphasizing that forefoot striking may reduce injury rates.

InterestModerate interest

The posts demonstrate a moderate level of interest, often referencing related initiatives like the Midfoot Project.

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Several social discussions include specific suggestions, such as trying different running forms or programs, indicating deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

These conversations could influence runners to consider changing their gait or adopting new training approaches, suggesting some impact.

Abstract in brief

This study compared injury rates between collegiate cross-country runners who habitually use either a rearfoot or forefoot strike, finding that rearfoot strikers have about twice the rate of repetitive stress injuries.
Approximately 74% of the runners experienced moderate or severe injuries annually, with injury rates influenced by factors like strike type, sex, race, distance, and weekly mileage.
The study suggests that differences in impact forces, such as a lower impact peak in forefoot striking, might explain why forefoot strikers have fewer repetitive stress injuries, though more research is needed to confirm this.]

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@ElCocinero386 https://t.co/hE4cRYXfno https://t.co/4AbToIyY2C I'd try to fix your form in your current preferred way of running first and see if that fixes issues you may have, otherwise I'd try running the other way. I had knee issues until I started wearing minimalist shoes + changed gait

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Foot strike and injury rates in endurance runners: a retrospective study.

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Impact of Footwear on Running Biomechanics and Performance

The Impact of Footstrike and Shod Running on Human Endurance

Forefoot vs Rearfoot Running: Impact on Performance and Injury Risk

Evolution and Impact of Running Shoes on Biomechanics and Injuries