How to Walk (Walking Demonstration Only)
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- Опубліковано 1 бер 2023
- Forefoot walking demonstration.
This was highly requested in the comments from the "How to Walk" video.
If this video receives enough likes, I will provide more demonstrations at different paces, terrain, elevation and footwear.
This demonstration for walking barefoot or wearing barefoot shoes without any cues or guidance.
Look at this video with fresh eyes without any influence from me or anyone else.
Watch the pace, elevation, side to side, and front to back.
Walking at a slow pace, below what I would term cardio or Intentional walking.
I am wearing Vibram KSO EVO, I believe these shoes are the closest you can get to walking barefoot.
This method of walking will relieve your heel spurs, back pain, plantar fasciitis and other ailments that heel striking has caused.
This method is for barefoot or barefoot shoe wearers Only.
Conventional footwear lacks the flexibility and level sole that makes this natural way of walking possible.
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Also, is anyone else watching EVERY SINGLE OTHER PERSON WALK NOW?! I can’t help it 😂 in 5 months since starting this I’ve seen *1* person not heel strike..
Same
yep, and everyone is heel strike lol
Thank you sooooo much for this. I work 12 hour shifts, walking daily 20000-25000 steps and i run 50km a week. I just got injured with knee bursitis, but it was never hurting while running, but walking. I had to stop running for a month, but the knee was still hurting while walking. Guess what. I've changed my walk and the pain is gone brother. 😊 You saved me! I'm getting back to running this week without any problems. 😉
What u done?
Thank you for this! These videos have changed my life, and more importantly my gait 😅 in November I started to learn how to walk like this in Vivo’s for the first time. Prior I was getting shin splints, sore knees and regularly rolling my ankles. It was so hard to relearn but I think I’m finally getting it to be automatic. And very much appreciate the content to help keep me questioning my movement. Thank you 🙏
Your videos are very helpful, detailed, technical and logical. I appreciate that you share these tips and tools with us. Your content both old and new is a godsend
After a class 2 sprain and subsequent diagnosed FAI hip pain I am starting fresh from the feet up. I've been practicing the forefoot strike on all my walks so I can change my gait. After 6 months my feet are much stronger and my arch is stronger too. I still have the pain but I'm doing ankle strengthening as well and just working on loosening up my calves, hamstrings and hip flexors. The real challenge lies ahead with trying to strengthen my core and glutes to help hold my hips in a non painful position. It takes so long because it's all about form. I have to go slow or I can't remember to not heel strike. Thank you for showing what this way of walking should look like. I wasn't sure at first what happens after forefoot strike and how you should finish. It looks like you roll from the outside forefoot across to the ball of the foot to launch off the big toe as you do the next forefoot strike on the other foot. Watching again made me think it was outside forefoot strike to the ball of the pinkie toe and then launch off all the toes evenly into the next step with the other foot. This video is a great study tool.
I like how you were the same shoes I wear. My physical therapist seems to think they are a waste of money. However, I disagreed with her. I tell her I am very in tune with my body so I know what it’s OK for my body, and I know what it’s not OK for my body.
These are the best shoes to develop your intrinsic foot abilities, with protection from the elements.
That is like telling you to wear mitts, while learning to play the Piano.
@@GrownandHealthy Thank you so much for your reply. I tore my acl last year(partially tore it in the army) then later I finished it off during Krav Maga. I had to have Durand months of physical therapy. Now my opposite knee is acting up as a result compensating for so long. Back to pt for me, with my new shoes 😝
time to fire your physical therapist and look for a new one
What shoe is it?
Thank you so much I had been suffering since breaking my femur to return back to normal function and walking! After learning the mechanics and forefoot walking all the pains and tightness out of hips and hip flexors disappeared within days!! Correct function takes less effort it’s like turning a motor on to propel you forward and straight Vs heel strike forcing force in the opposing direction. It scares me there’s Drs and PTs out there telling you the wrong ways
Glad i ran up on sight very helpful can tell a differnt with my back ,you on it
Very useful video. Most ‘how to walk’ videos only have 20 seconds of actual walking or so. This gives us all the opportunities to check out and compare technique.
Glad to help.
I know lolol
Your videos have helped tremendously. Thank you!
Glad to help!
Hello, I was very interested in your other video about striking with the ball of the foot to build glutes. I assumed that meant all the time, but it looks to me like you’re striking on the heel in these. Is striking on the ball meant to be an exercise only?
What are your thoughts on the new Nomadic State of Mind JC Sandal with vibram sole?
30yo and I still haven't figured out how to walk.
Thank you !!
I bought my first barefoot shoes over a week ago and then found your channel a few days after, I've been trying to forefoot walk on my way to and form the gym but at times I feel like I look really odd walking like that. This video makes it look more normal, like you're not tippy toeing which is what I feel like sometimes! Thanks for this!
I know...I actually practiced by lifting my food a lot higher than I usually do just to remember to set my foot down properly. It looked like I was marching albeit slowly marching:)
Brother is back 🥳🎉 that close up walk towards the camera is much needed 👌
I'm glait it was helpful.
I switched to minimalist shoes 8 months ago and haven't had any issues, aside from sore foot soles after a very long walk. But recently I've been coming across these kinds of videos and I've been getting in my head about it. What if I am walking wrong but I just won't notice until I've ruined my knees/hips/whatever? But trying all the tips and tricks just gives me problems bc it's really unnatural. This video is definitely more helpful bc I can just see what it's supposed to look like, but it's still difficult for my to assess my own gait. Any tips?
Does it look like you are heel striking first because of the shoes? I do think you are possibly landing heel or flat footed? but i think this is because of the shoes, and in reality you are hitting the ground with your forefoot / outer side first.
Finally. I requested this.
Yes.
Thank you for your videos. I’ve been in minimalist shoes and barefoot for about 4 months. My knees and back are starting to like me more. Especially my knees (I’ve had 4 surgeries on my left knee and am currently ACL deficient on that side). One thing I want to ask is this, I feel like I’m “slapping” the ground when I walk, especially if I’m walking faster and/or for long distances. Do I just need to practice more or am I doing something wrong?
Slapping can sound/feel more pronounced depending on your footwear.
Nothing wrong at all, but if it doesn't feel smooth, you may need to adjust how you "Paw" back when striking.(Look at my clip of me walking towards the camera)
You can also try to sit back into your hips and that should keep slapping from recurring.
I’m sorry. I have another question. I like to walk a lot. I’ve managed to get to the point where I can do about 2 miles in my minimalist shoes but it’s really slow, only about 2 mph. I know that it takes time to build up to walking faster and further and longer, but I love to hike and just walk (with my dog, for exercise, etc). I feel like I’m not getting my usual benefit from walking because I have to walk so slowly. Is it wrong to do a walk in the minimalist shoes but maybe go for a hike in my regular hiking shoes until I can make that switch. Just feeling a little frustrated because I love my minimalist shoes and being barefoot. I’ve noticed so many positive changes. I’m just kind of on a weight loss journey and I feel like I’m going a little backwards in terms of my exercise.
Hey bro. Trust all is well.
So are you saying pigeon toe walking is better than duck walking ?
I just got my pair of vivbrams and I have to say it felt much different compared to minimalist shoes. I went on a 1 mile trail to test them out, and I felt some soreness around my ankles after. I was sort of surprised because I wear minimalist shoes all the time. I probably use them solely for exercise & give my other shoes a break
Yes, it is a huge difference. Take your time transitioning, not in a fearful way, but take note of the different sensation you feel between types of shoes.
The ankle will develop as long as you keep the mileage below the point of soreness threshold.
This make me think about cadence marching in formation, you have to practice that type of walking. 😊
It comes easier, depending on your footwear.
But, you can think of it as subtle (gentle) march/glide.
Correct me if i am wrong .... The foot should land on the small tow then the big tow and finally the heel makes contact with the ground .. am i Correct ?
Easiest way, is to straighten your feet, by aligning your legs.
Once you lift from the Hips, where your feet land, with a straight bare foot, will be the best for you.
@@GrownandHealthy when I try to align my legs straight my right foot goes out like a duck feet and when I try to walk my right hip to feet feel very stiff and i walk like robot.. but my left leg is totally fine only my right leg has this problem it's stiff as hell ... Please advice me on what can be done to fix this, i have a very bad anterior shin pain in my right leg when I walk fast for couple of mile and sometimes when I strain and walk for long hour i can feel a small round lumbs in my right shin. Hoping to get some advice on this 🙏🙏🙏
This is GOLD dude!!! You figured it out. Less talking, more doing. I am going to do a video like this. As you are pushing off to propel yourself forward you need internal rotation of the femor without collapsing the arch too much. If you dont your legs will be stuck in a bow shape not allowing for a fluid straight feet gait cycle. After the foot leaves the ground it should point inwards for a split second and then immediately rebound back to point straight to take your next step.
I disagree completely.
Deductive reasoning will not make you faster or more agile.
Your movement will be intrinsic once your fascia/posture is at balance.
@@GrownandHealthy How was my comment reductive reasoning? Yes I agree your movement will be intrinsic once your fascia/ posture is at balance.
Goat you are the man. My question is: I see that you step by stepping first on the side of your foot and then on the inside. Is that correct? I using Conventional footwear Puma, Nike hard-soled sneakers
Yes...but the distance between steps are almost instantaneous, when planting the foot down.
Just like running.
@@GrownandHealthy ?
Ayo GH! could u do a video on GOATA?
Which Xero Shoe would you recommend for fast and long runs on pavement?
The Zelen
Could you do a video on the pelvis and the core in maintaining posture
Definitely.
I saw one advice saying to swing your hips in a rotating fashion. Is this the case? your hips looks fairly fixed to me.
No the hips are always in motion.
I'm not sure where you got that cue from, but when I engage the Hips, you will feel it from the Obliques.
I will explain in future videos... But I did touch on it, on my most recent Live.
i was looking baby just learing to walk he ahd four foot strike how did we get away from "this? probably heels
Yes, Heels play a part.
For whatever reason I find it hard to swing my arms correctly, that is, left leg forward, right arm forward, right leg forward, left arm forward, etc. I hope I have that right - I think I saw it in a previous video. I will say that practicing seems worth the effort.
Pull your lower abdomen in, towards your backbone, when you Walk.
A distended belly can cause an obstruction in contralateral ( i.e Left Leg/ Right Arm) movement.
@@GrownandHealthy alright thank you for the clarification. Your videos really helped me fix a 3 year chronic exruciating back pain so I hold your knowledge in very high regard.
@@hampus618 No problem. I'm glad it helped.
After tackling this for so many years, most of our issues are from the Pelvis.
Gaining control over this area, unlocks the body to move as it should.
how many drone cams were used in the filming of this :D
Yes!
I wish I know what I am doing wrong as I have been trying for months to walk that way. I wonder if is harder for us with bow legs
With bow legs, try not to overstride and think of "pawing"/pulling your self forward with the outside edge of your foot.
Look at the section when Im walking towards the camera..
@@GrownandHealthy thanks so much I will try that! I suffer from piriformis syndrome and since switching to barefoot shoes I experience less pain.
@@tanairigonzalez9793 If it continues to bother you, you may benefit froma consultation on your movement.
My link is in the description.
In the past, 4-5 years ago, I used to pull my abdomen in while walking and was feeling great. After the pandemic, I forgot this feature and I walk with a swollen abdomen, which negatively affected my walking balance. Is it right to suck in your abdomen ?
Yes. In a broader sense, you need to develop your TVA (Transverse Abdominis).
I will have a video on it, soon.
@@GrownandHealthy You're the best in health care.
@@mimilyon8610 Thank you.
@@GrownandHealthy Last question. (: I'm wearing puma sneakers, nike sneakers and classic white sneakers with a bit hard soles. Is this walk possible for them? What do you suggest.
@@mimilyon8610 You can try after you have developed walking barefoot 1st.
Practicing barefoot allows you to connect the movement of your Big Toe to your Ankle.
A thick sole will impede that.
It's easier for me to walk uphill than a flat road, not sure why. Maybe walking uphill forces one to lift leg more.
Yes, it does that. This is also why a flat treadmill can ruin your walking form.
@@GrownandHealthy Thank you for confirming! Awesome YT channel!
Great shoes but it takes time to transition. I started by wearing Vans, yes skateboard shoes, because they have little support and are flat then I moved my game up to these bad boys after about a year of Vans. But I am 54 years old and I still love my Vans, keeps me hip.
Takes some time, but it becomes second nature with practice. VAN'S are better than most conventional shoes, but Xero provides a similar style, with much better properties.
Why do you believe a toed shoe offers more then just a wide toe box? I can't see how they are different, the toes get to be in the same position. And the toes are just as high off the ground. And I they should have the same mobility? I don't understand.
If they are less mobile, how are they less mobile?
There are many reasons.
Here are a few:
1.The First Ray (Big Toe) is the Thumb of your Feet, It acts a a Kickstand for the Foot/Leg.
Only FF or Tabi allow you to express this dexterity.
2. The Transverse arch is developed from contracting (In Flexion) your Toes like a Fist.
Minimalist shoes are highly superior to conventional shoes in every aspect... But can't allow for the dexterity of a FF shoe and better yet, bare Feet.
There are other issues, such as Foot slide, Shoe mold (Last) design that cause issues.
The minimal shoe moves as a whole unit.
When combined with conventional socks, you can almost end up at square one.
Piggybacking on this, what are your thoughts on things like Shamma Warrior sandals? More toe movement and less restriction in the construction of the base.
I use Vivo Gobi as my full shoe with toe socks - still in Altra's for running.
What would you recommend to someone who is embarrassed to walk in public, walks well, but walks funny in public, has a social phobia? I'm sure your answer will be great.
You know the answer already... What are you afraid of?
Shame, to be accepted, to seem "cool"?
You know which one it is.
Being who you are, when no one is around, is the real you.
Maintain that, by noncomformity.
Being You, is the greatest gift you could give yourself and the World.
@@GrownandHealthy
1.what is your take on walking with sandals?
2. What do u think about Nordic walking, u know the sticks that u can walk with as if u're skiing.
Watching this video made me forget how to walk now that I'm thinking about it.
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@@GrownandHealthy It reminded me of Viva La dirt league/ forgot how to walk video.
I swear I get so confused on what's the right way to do stuff. Even watched a vid on how apes walked with straight back.
Been trying to walk like this in minimalist shoes for 4 months now, but I still don't feel like I got it down and can walk comfortably.
I feel stiff still
I think you had the right approach watching Gorillas.
They have an exaggerated side to side action, but they curl the foot to pull forward, which helps you to set the Hips back...
I will explain in future videos.
One thing that's helped me is direct work on improving core and hip strength. You want to be able to easily float your forward foot in front of you and let it come down gently, instead of the typical heavy heel approach of basically catching yourself with a heel slam every step. Dead bugs and lunges are great places to start in building core/hip strength.
@@Beakerbite This!
Your upper body, your shoulders look quite stiff. Have you looked at head-over-foot method?
I dont exaggerate the head over foot, especially at this speed.
Larger muscle mass has its limitations.
When walking in barefoot shoes my heel touches the ground a tiny moment before the lateral side does. By feeling the shock of the impact gets anyway absorbed by my lateral side. This way feels far more comfortable then trying to land with the lateral or front part first.
In this video it makes the impression that this happens to you too.?
No. That is not my heel (Calcaneus). Things get wishy washy when I stray from terms that cannot be referenced on anatomically.
How it "Feels" is up to you.
There is technically no "Midfoot" but the sensation could be described as such.
Yea I have noticed that as well. Very light heel touch first then roll forward. This is been working for me