“Others have truly flat feet, whether they’re lying down or standing up.”įor that reason, says Plaatjes, who treats many of Boulder’s elite runners for various injuries, says that the “wet test” of getting your foot wet and stepping on concrete to see if your footprint shows your entire foot against the ground isn’t accurate in identifying truly flat feet versus arches that collapse under the weight of standing. “Some runners’ feet have high arches when they’re lying down but that flatten out when they stand up,” says Mark Plaatjes, world champion marathoner and owner of Boulder, Colorado’s In Motion Rehabilitation and In Motion Running store. Not all feet are created equal, and if you’re someone with flat feet, the type of flat foot you have will determine which types of shoes are best for you. Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members!
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