Rami Shmuely is a Miami, FL-based attorney who focuses on the prosecution of personal injury actions, with an emphasis on aspects of law such as uninsured motorist coverage and third-party liability. When away from work Rami Shmuely has a passion for boating and fishing, and also enjoys fitness activities such as running and weightlifting.
One aspect of running that many enthusiasts confront over time is the wear and tear it can exert on the joints and the ligaments. As developed by stride specialists and biomechanists, one way of minimizing this impact is through hitting the ground on the midfoot, rather than the heel. First developed in the 1970s as the Pose Method, this technique brings runners back to a “natural” style that also incorporates an upright, slightly forward posture and short, frequent strides. Ideally the feet should hit the ground directly under the hips, within a high cadence gait.
Attention to these aspects of running, which reduces muscular effort, can gradually lead to a “soft” style that is distinct from the common heel-strike approach. Without impacting speed or endurance once it's fully incorporated into one's routine, midfoot running helps prevent overuse injuries.
