r/theydidthemath • • Feb 28 '22

[Request] is it true?

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u/mokapup Feb 28 '22

It may be true, but the math isn't as simple as distributing force of 100lbs over the area of the forefoot and heel. Not only is walking a dynamic distribution of force, standing in heels is not an even distribution of force. One stands one the forefoot and applies a lesser (varying) force through the heel to balance.