Question

Basic walking technique involves which of the following?
A. Making contact with the heel of your foot first
B. Rolling from the heel of your foot to the toe
C. Pushing off the ground with your toes
D. All of the above

Answer 1

BlD because it is basic walking technique

Answer 2

The correct answer is D. All the above

Explanation:

Many people take up walking without thinking about the proper walking form. But your posture, foot motion, stride, and use of arm motion make a big difference in your walking speed and ability to walk energetically.

1. Walking Posture

Posture is the first step for walking comfort and energy. Good walking posture allows you to take full breaths, engage your core muscles, and use your leg and buttock muscles for a natural walking stride. It is also an antidote to the hunching and slouching many people do at work and when using a mobile phone.

Steps:

1. Stand up straight with your feet together with a comfortable space apart. Your toes should be pointed forward, but a slight angle is acceptable.
2. Imagine a string attached to the top of your head. Feel it lift you up from your hips so you are tall and straight. Do not lean forward or backward.
3. Don't arch your back.

2. Arm Motion

Purposeful arm motion can lend power to your walking, burning 5% to 10% more calories and acting as a balance to your leg motion. It is common to speed up when you add arm motion.

3. Foot Motion

As you walk with good posture and roll-through from heel to toe, concentrate on keeping the back foot on the ground longer and giving yourself a good push off. Think about keeping your stride shorter in front.