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#1022 Vivek Venkataraman: Tree Climbing, Running, and Hunting across Human Societies

The Dissenter

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Cultural Variations in Running Techniques

This chapter investigates how cultural and ecological factors shape running techniques across different human societies. It contrasts industrialized footwear-dependent methods with traditional barefoot approaches, revealing implications for performance and health. Additionally, it discusses the impact of ecological contexts on running mechanics and the role of social learning in optimizing movement patterns.

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