“The constituents of matter and the basic phenomena involving them are all interconnected, interrelated, and interdependent….They cannot be understood as isolated entities, but only as integrated parts of the whole.”– Fritjof Capra, The Tao of Physics
A muscle has to have something stable to anchor off of.
A straight big toe will remain straight, when it has something stable to anchor off of.
When muscles and ligaments provide the stability throughout the midfoot, rearfoot and lower leg, the big toe and the rest of the chain are rewarded.
(Leverage)
When your forefoot makes contact with the ground, the toes spread out to find more ground for a bigger base (platform) for the foot and the entire chain.
Your foot is equipped with the muscles and ligaments to provide you with a built-in support system.
This natural support system is not only for your foot, it is the foundation (a platform!) for everything from above to be successful.
(Proprioception)
