What is Heel-to-toe drop?

Heel-to-toe drop (mm)

Height difference between heel and forefoot.

Short answer

Never jump from 10 mm to 4 mm suddenly — calf injuries follow.

Heel-to-toe drop when buying a running shoes

Height difference between heel and forefoot.

Why it matters: 8–12 mm suits heel strikers and eases Achilles load; 0–6 mm loads the calf more.

Look for: Never jump from 10 mm to 4 mm suddenly — calf injuries follow.

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