#10 Why is it important to put your heels down when you jump?

Landing from a jump must be trained consciously. A lack of technique, bad habits and anatomical limitations can predispose to injuries such as fatigue fracture.

Santiago del Valle, a physiotherapist and the founder of Corporis Fabrica (physiotherapy and body disciplines center in Paris) explains why it is so important to put our heels down when we jump.

If you are curious about the foot physiology and/or classical ballet, this episode is for you!

Example of small jumps.

#10 Why is it important to put your heels down when you jump?

Landing from a jump must be trained consciously. A lack of technique, bad habits and anatomical limitations can predispose to injuries such as fatigue fracture.

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