Athletes Quote by Sebastian Coe
“You hope all good athletes run on the balls of their feet. You don't want them coming down heel first. The perfect style is the foot to come down with a slight supination and on a tilt to the outside.”
About This Quote
Source Coaching Manual: Sprint Technique, 2008, Sebastian Coe
Athletes should land on the balls of their feet with slight outward tilt to improve efficiency and reduce injury.
In simple terms: Land on toes, slight outward tilt.
Key Takeaway
Practice forefoot landing.
Themes
sports
technique
injury prevention
efficiency
footwork
Mood
motivational
practical
Type
instructional
technical
When to use this quote
- sprinting
- basketball
- tennis
- dance
- martial arts
Key Concepts
Biomechanics
motor learning
kinetics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does foot strike affect performance?
- When is heel striking acceptable?
A Different Perspective
Not all sports benefit from forefoot landing; terrain and footwear matter.
