Author: mmayo

Though all designed for the same essential function, human feet vary significantly in their structure between individuals. The most significant difference in foot structure is the arch, referring to the curve between the ball of your foot and the pad on your heel. The foot arch can range from a very high visible arch all the way to what is considered flat feet, with no visible arch and almost the entire sole of the foot making contact with the ground. This difference in structure changes the biomechanics of the foot, in turn changing the way we walk, run, jump, and complete any athletic feat. So how exactly do our arches play into athletic performance?