There is evidence that suggests that wearing cushioned running shoes promotes a heel striking running style. Barefoot running, on the other hand, promotes a forefoot striking style of running which is said to be better for injury prevention. Barefoot Shoes we recommend: https://www.exercisinghealth.net/products-we-use Our Barefoot Strength Classes: https://www.exercisinghealth.net/shop Newsletter - Get notified about our latest content https://www.exercisinghealth.net/subscribe Other things mentioned in this video: Video clips we included in this video: https://youtu.be/_3PoWNPO0cw https://youtu.be/y4PIGhetjvY #forefootrunning #correctrunningform #runninginjuries Chapters: 0:00 Running injury rates 0:44 Risk factors for running related injuries 1:27 The root causes of running injuries 1:54 Why Dean Karnazes forefoot strikes 4:04 Why Ross Edgley forefoot strikes 5:27 The problem with cushioned running shoes 7:31 The importance of ground feel while running 9:46 Importance of foot stability in running 12:41 How to prevent running injuries with the correct form Contact us: christopher@exercisinghealth.net or DM on Instagram/Facebook. Content Disclosure: The information provided in this video is intended for educational purposes only. Affiliate Disclosure: Some of the links in this video description are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, Exercising Health may earn a commission if you make a purchase and/or opt-in through these links. My team and I only promote products we 100% believe in and use ourselves.

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