Q&A for How to Determine if You're Regular or Goofy Foot

A good test is to have a friend come up behind you and gently push you forward. Whichever foot you step out with to catch yourself is probably your dominant foot.

That's fine, everyone has different preferences with what we find comfortable.

Absolutely not -- it just means you are more likely to be left-handed, or you just feel more comfortable riding that way.

There's nothing wrong with that, whatever makes you feel comfortable when doing tricks.

I noticed the same thing, given that the left foot is pointed, insinuating that is the direction of motion. However, the first could be either, since there is no apparent direction. If you look closely, it appears that the feet are shifted slightly to the left of the picture. So, the pictures could be switched and the problem would be resolved. But, I'm not entirely sure that most people would even notice.

It sounds like you are mongo foot. To some people, this feels more natural, even though its the opposite of what's considered to be the "right" way. If you catch yourself being a mongo foot, try to break yourself of it before it becomes too habitual. It can hinder you in setting up tricks and make you less stable on your board.

I do the same thing. I don't think there is a name for it, since I would be considered right foot dominant in all other activities. I've read that whichever foot you use for stability will be the one you keep on your board, but that's not exactly true for me either. Perhaps ambipedal (ambidextrous feet)?

Regular is when your left foot is at the front. Goofy is when your right foot is at the front. Sometimes people can push mongo, which is when they use the foot at the front to push off. This is usually looked down on in skate culture, but it really doesn't matter at the end of the day, as long as you're having fun.

Yes! I am both and it works just fine! You should have a more comfortable side that you prefer to ride on, but you can switch if you need to.

Move the foot that stays on the board forward about 6 inches. Push as usual and instead of putting your pushing foot in front, put it behind.

Of course! After practicing awhile you will begin to loosen up. I have the same problem, so I understand what it’s like. Trying walking around the house with flat feet for a certain amount of time every day. Gradually increase this time. Massage your heel cords if that helps. It will start to feel more natural after a bit!

Everyone should be able to ride both ways on the board eventually. However, one stance (goofie, or regular) will be way easier than the other stance. The term for riding in the opposite stance is riding "switch." Switch tricks are harder and require much more practice.

Yes, it is generally the case. As most people are right-handed, doing a Caveman is easier with your right foot forward. Or they are left-handed and their left foot is more active. This makes their pushing more easier and faster. But I am regular footed, and I don't think I like Goofy-foot. However it is your choice.

Use whatever feels more comfortable. If you like regular more than goofy try that. If it doesn't seem right try goofy. You decide which feels right!

If you're right-handed, your right foot is probably dominant. You will tend to kick a ball with your dominant foot. If you start to climb stairs, you will probably lead with your dominant foot.