Arched feet didn't evolve to give us a spring in our step – but to keep us upright, scientists say

Experts used to think the arch was a lever to propel the body forward, but now researchers believe it developed to help us walk on two feet

Your shoes were made for walking. And that may be the problem

Evolution - The Telegraph

Study finds Humans evolved spring-like arches to help walk on two feet

Humans evolved to walk with an extra spring in our step, shows foot arch study

Evolution - The Telegraph

Fast Feet: A Springy Step Helps Humans Walk : NPR

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Overlooked arch in the foot is key to its evolution and function

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