Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
When you watch top elite runners racing, you may notice a high heel position as the leg transitions into the swing phase of running.
This kind of positioning is supposed to help the leg move forward efficiently.
One mistake people make is that they try to imitate this position by PULLING the foot up to this position.
If you actively focus on bringing the foot up, it may just slow you down.
This kind of positioning is supposed to help the leg move forward efficiently... not just up.
However, do not get too hung up on this.
It is typically more of a byproduct of just running faster.
You can see this when looking at Kipchoge at different speeds.
During an easy jog, you will notice his foot does not go as high.
However, when he runs faster during a race, you will see it naturally raise to a higher position.
It is not something he actively focuses on.
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This is for educational purposes and should not replace medical advice. If you are dealing with persistent running related injuries, I recommend seeing a healthcare professional.
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#RunningMyths #Biomechanics #runningtips
When you watch top elite runners racing, you may notice a high heel position as the leg transitions into the swing phase of running.
This kind of positioning is supposed to help the leg move forward efficiently.
One mistake people make is that they try to imitate this position by PULLING the foot up to this position.
If you actively focus on bringing the foot up, it may just slow you down.
This kind of positioning is supposed to help the leg move forward efficiently... not just up.
However, do not get too hung up on this.
It is typically more of a byproduct of just running faster.
You can see this when looking at Kipchoge at different speeds.
During an easy jog, you will notice his foot does not go as high.
However, when he runs faster during a race, you will see it naturally raise to a higher position.
It is not something he actively focuses on.
Follow for more running technique tips!
-
This is for educational purposes and should not replace medical advice. If you are dealing with persistent running related injuries, I recommend seeing a healthcare professional.
-
#RunningMyths #Biomechanics #runningtips
