Gait Cycle

The gait cycle refers to the series of movements your body performs when walking. It starts when one foot strikes the ground and ends when that same foot strikes again. This cycle consists of two main phases: the stance phase, where the foot is on the ground, and the swing phase, where the foot is in the air. Each cycle helps maintain balance, support movement, and adapt to various surfaces. Understanding gait is important in fields like healthcare and sports, as it helps identify issues in movement and improves overall mobility and performance.