PT 711 Gait 5 Running

When running, most people (88-95%) have what type of initial contact with the ground?

• Forefoot strike

• Midfoot strike

• Rearfoot (heel) strike

During running, when is the Center of Mass (CoM) at its lowest point?

• initial contact

• midstance

• terminal stance

• midfloat

Does the pelvis follow the same pattern of horizontal plane motion in running vs. walking?

• Yes

• No

• Variable among individuals

Since potential and kinetic energy are more in sync during running, what do we rely on more for reducing the metabolic energy demand?

• More joint motion

• Inertia

• elastic storage of energy

How does step width compare in running vs. walking?

• Wider in walking

• Wider in running

• Equal in walking vs. running

• What is step width again?