Definition

The angle between the shoe and the surface at the time of landing. It is classified into the following three categories:

Value meaning

"FORE" is landing is on the toes, "MID" is landing is on the entire sole, and "HEEL" is landing on the heels.

Note

In recent years, FORE landing has been attracting attention from the point of performance improvement and injury prevention. Although, there are various theories about the relationship between landing patterns, performance, and injuries. Some argue that FORE landing is a less burdensome and highly efficient landing method, while others state that if a HEEL-landing runner changes to FORE-landing, the burden on the body will only increase.

There is a way of running that suits each physic. When you change the landing form, the values related to injury risk (landing force impact, pronation) and performance (brake efficiency/kicking) will change accordingly. Look at the data and find the form that suits your needs.