{"id":11850,"date":"2024-05-01T20:55:47","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T03:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/?p=11850"},"modified":"2024-06-11T21:49:14","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T04:49:14","slug":"walking-gait","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/walking-gait\/","title":{"rendered":"The Science Behind Your Walking Gait: How It Affects Your Body &#038; Well-Being"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11851\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Spring-24-Kimmie-Court-White-Red-Lifestyle_4b4068f2-low.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Spring-24-Kimmie-Court-White-Red-Lifestyle_4b4068f2-low.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Spring-24-Kimmie-Court-White-Red-Lifestyle_4b4068f2-low-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Spring-24-Kimmie-Court-White-Red-Lifestyle_4b4068f2-low-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>Next time you take a walk, whether it\u2019s a stroll around the neighborhood, a vigorous power walk, or a lap around the kitchen, try this: Instead of focusing on your surroundings, turn your attention to your body. How does it move? How do your legs step? What are your feet doing?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you\u2019re observing is your walking gait.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking is more than just putting one foot in front of the other. Your gait affects your entire body and physical health. In this guide, we\u2019ll explore how gait training, optimizing your walking gait, and finding <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women.html?icid=topnav_womens_shoes_plp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comfortable shoes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can enhance your well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Walking Gait and Why Does it Matter?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your walking \u201cgait\u201d simply means the way you walk. Everyone\u2019s style of walking is unique and can be determined by a variety of factors such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical build<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sociocultural factors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personality<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some ways, your gait is like your wardrobe or your haircut: it\u2019s just another way to show off your uniqueness to the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But on the other hand, consider that your gait can also <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">impact <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since so many factors can affect and change your walking gait, understanding how you walk and the science behind your walking gait may be the key to reducing stress, preventing pain or injury, and improving your efficiency as you move through the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the Mechanics of Your Walking Gait<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Performing a gait analysis can be used to understand why you may be experiencing joint, leg, or foot pain. For example, your unique gait pattern may show muscle imbalances around the joints for using smaller, stabilizing muscles rather than the use of larger muscles.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When walking, it\u2019s helpful to think of your feet moving through a cycle of two phases: the \u201cstance\u201d phase and the \u201cswing\u201d phase.\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stance phase <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 The stance phase is about 60% of the walking cycle and occurs when one foot is on the ground. When you\u2019re walking, both feet will be on the ground for the duration of this phase.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Swing phase <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 The swing phase is when one foot is in the air while the other foot remains on the ground. This makes up the remaining 40% of the walking cycle.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your feet undergo a series of sub-phases within the stance and swing phases. These 8 phases are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial contact<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loading response<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Midstance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terminal stance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-swing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial swing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mid-swing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terminal swing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may seem like a lot happening in seconds, so let\u2019s break these down further.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stance Phases<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first four sub-phases of the gait cycle make up the stance phase:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial Contact<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial contact, or heel strike, occurs when one foot makes contact with the ground and continues until your foot is fully on the ground. The heel strike marks the beginning and end of the gait cycle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loading Response<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The loading phase may also be called the \u201cearly flatfoot\u201d or foot flat stage. In this phase, your knee flexes slightly as your whole foot flattens against the ground, acting as a shock absorber to cushion and redistribute the force against your feet as you walk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Midstance<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The midstance phase is the first sub-phase of single limb support, meaning the leg on the ground supports your body while the other leg is in the air. During this phase, your shin rotates over your supporting foot, a force that propels you forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terminal Stance<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as heel-off, the terminal stance occurs when your heel lifts from the ground as you roll onto the ball of your foot. This movement propels the body forward and leads us to the swing phases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stance Phases<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The remainder of the walking gait cycle can break into 4 sub-phases:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-swing<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pre-swing is a transition period between the stance phases in which your foot begins to lift off the ground.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial Swing<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as toe-off, this phase marks the moment your toes leave the ground and your leg prepares to swing forward.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mid-swing<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the highest point of your step, the moment your leg swings under your body and passes your weight-bearing leg.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terminal Swing<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this final phase, the leg swings back down, angling your calf, ankle, and foot to take another step. This phase ends when the heel contacts the ground, and the cycle begins again.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Impact of Walking Gait on Your Body<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your walking gait doesn\u2019t just concern your legs and feet, but your entire body as one unit. How your body moves affects your stability, flexibility, mobility, and strength. When your walking pattern changes, it may become an abnormal gait.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An abnormal walking gait may appear as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short steps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shuffling your feet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling off-balance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dragging your toes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty supporting your body<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since your walking gait is more than just your legs, it can have a massive effect on your body. An improper or abnormal walking gait can cause strain on the muscles and joints, leading to a greater risk of experiencing pain or injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Problems Associated with a Walking Gait<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we see from the many phases and subphases of a walking gait, a lot happens when you take a single step. As a result, an unsteady gait can have a large ripple effect\u2014issues you might experience with your body might be related to your gait without even realizing it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common problems associated with walking gait include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arthritis (of the spine, hip, foot, or leg joints)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foot problems (such as ingrown toenails, calluses, warts, swelling, or bunions)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shin splints<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inner ear problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parkinson\u2019s Disease<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Gait Abnormalities<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often, when a person experiences concerns in the body that stem from a walking gait, it\u2019s because their gait is in some way abnormal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many types of gait abnormalities, but here are a few of the most common ones:\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antalgic gait <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 The most common abnormal walking gait, antalgic gaits (also known as a limp), is typically the result of pain in the legs or lower body. You may avoid putting pressure on a painful leg or foot, resulting in a limp.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Propulsive gait <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 This shuffling gait is characterized by a stiff posture with the head and neck bent forward. Your footsteps may be short and quick to maintain a center of gravity. A propulsive gait is common for people living with Parkinson\u2019s disease.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Waddling gait <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 A waddling gait exaggerates your upper-body movements, resulting in a walk that exaggerates side-to-side movement. This type of gait may develop early in life due to a hip dislocation present from birth or muscular dystrophy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spastic gait <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 This gait is caused by a muscle contraction on one side that results in walking with one stiff leg. When that leg lifts to walk, your foot drags or swings in a semicircular motion called circumduction.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Scissor gait <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Often considered a more severe form of spastic gait, the scissor gait happens when your legs hit or cross in a scissor-like pattern as you walk.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> With this gait, your hips and knees may bend in a crouch, and your footsteps may be slow.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gait abnormalities are more common with age. About 15% of people experience a gait abnormality by age 60, and over 80% develop a gait abnormality by 85.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Link Between Your Walking Gait and Your Well-Being<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It isn\u2019t always possible to correct an abnormal gait. But if you have the opportunity and are physically able to do so, working toward an improved gait can make it easier and more comfortable to move your body day to day. And as it turns out, simply increasing your walking speed (no need for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/power-walking\/\">power walking<\/a> per se) or walking more can carry a host of potential health benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paying attention to, and optimizing, your walking gait can:\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduce pain while walking <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Improving your walking gait can reduce excess stress on your joints and muscles, which may help soothe aches and pains in your back, hips, legs, and neck that come about from poor posture.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Support heart health <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Among the many <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/benefits-of-walking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">benefits of walking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the most impactful is its ability to support cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure, and even help regulate cholesterol levels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Build muscle and joint strength <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Gait abnormalities can lead to muscle weakness. Optimizing your walking gait can help fortify your lower body by exercising the muscles in your legs and joints.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improve balance and posture <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Abnormal gaits increase the likelihood of injuries due to falling, as abnormal gaits are often off-balance. Optimizing your walking gait can help prevent this by building core strength to improve your balance and posture.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips for Improving Your Walking Gait<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving your walking gait can\u2019t happen overnight, but there are ways to help your transition a little bit easier. Here are a few helpful tips to achieve an optimal gait when walking:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always be conscious of your posture. Many of us sit hunched over at a computer, so remember to straighten out your back and relax your shoulders to help release upper-body tension.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Land on your feet lightly with a heel-to-toe motion. A fluid, gentle stride may help reduce your risk of injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your shoes make a difference. Wear footwear designed for walking or running to best support your feet and joints as you move. When choosing your shoes, consider your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/how-to-measure-calf-size\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calf circumference<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your gait abnormality is more severe, seek physical therapy to help you optimize your walking gait and find the movement that\u2019s right for you.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Role of Footwear in Supporting Your Walking Gait<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your footwear can absolutely play a role in your walking gait. The wrong shoe can cause blisters and bunions that can cause you to walk differently than you normally would. On the other hand, proper <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/sneakers\/active-sneakers.html?icid=topnav_womens_walking_sneakers_plp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">walking sneakers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lend proper balance and support to your feet and let your natural gait come to the forefront.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For corrective arch support and superior stability, try the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/walk-max-lace-up-sneaker.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walk Max Lace Up Sneaker<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to enhance your walking motion. If your goal is to perfect your heel-to-toe motion, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/23walk-2-0-sneaker.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23Walk 2.0 Sneaker<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the shoe for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For extra cushioning and arch support, turn to the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/walk-strider.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Walk Strider Sneaker<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This shoe utilizes anti-roll and lateral rigidity technology to keep your gait balanced and reduce the risk of ankle rolling and other injuries. You can also use special <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/womens-insoles.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">orthotic insoles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for better comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t Gatekeep Your Best Gait. Choose Vionic.\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your walking gait has a massive impact on your body, so don\u2019t take it for granted\u2014notice it. Prioritizing your walking gait can help alleviate aches and pains in the joints, build muscle strength, and improve your balance and posture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your best gait yet starts with the best pair of supportive walking shoes and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/performance-and-recovery-shoes.html?icid=topnav_womens_recovery_plp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recovery shoes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And for those, there\u2019s Vionic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your first steps toward true foot comfort in Vionic shoes. Combining fashion and science, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vionic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> utilizes bio-mechanically engineered footbeds to provide long-lasting, supportive comfort for every kind of motion. Try on a pair today and feel the difference.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Sources:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleveland Clinic.<\/span> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gait Disorders and Abnormalities. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21092-gait-disorders\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21092-gait-disorders<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">footEducation. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biomechanics of Gait and Foot Pain when Walking. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/footeducation.com\/biomechanics-of-walking-gait-and-foot-pain-when-walking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/footeducation.com\/biomechanics-of-walking-gait-and-foot-pain-when-walking\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard Health Publishing. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perfecting your walking technique. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/perfecting-your-walking-technique\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/perfecting-your-walking-technique<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mount Sinai. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking abnormalities. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountsinai.org\/health-library\/symptoms\/walking-abnormalities\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.mountsinai.org\/health-library\/symptoms\/walking-abnormalities<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ProtoKinetics. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding Phases of the Gait Cycle. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/protokinetics.com\/understanding-phases-of-the-gait-cycle\/#:~:text=Loading%20response%20goes%20from%203,advance%20of%20single%20limb%20support\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/protokinetics.com\/understanding-phases-of-the-gait-cycle\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><a class=\"more-link\" id=\"excerpt\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/walking-gait\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":11851,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_relevanssi_hide_post":"","_relevanssi_hide_content":"","_relevanssi_pin_for_all":"","_relevanssi_pin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_unpin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_include_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_exclude_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_no_append":"","_relevanssi_related_not_related":"","_relevanssi_related_posts":"","_relevanssi_noindex_reason":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2607,4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11850","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health-wellness","category-walking-walkabout","dwtl normal"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Spring-24-Kimmie-Court-White-Red-Lifestyle_4b4068f2-low.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11850","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11850"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11850\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11874,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11850\/revisions\/11874"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11851"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11850"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11850"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11850"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}