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The arches of the foot , formed by the tarsal and metatarsal bones , strengthened by ligaments and tendons , allow the foot to support the weight of the body in the erect posture with the least weight .. tarsal. tarsus ( skeleton ). metatarsal. metatarsal. ligaments. ligaments. tendons. tendons. They are categorized as longitudinal and transverse arches .