360 Degree Running Analysis

I came away feeling on cloud 10 (haha!) with socks that don't slip down my ankles and a pair of trainers, that despite the size, are black and pink and "girly". David has all sizes and fits in store, he wasn't phased by my needs, was friendly, informative and has saved me a lot of stress, pain and finance from buying shoe after shoe! Looking for the best independent running shops in London? Video gait analysis involves running for a few minutes on a treadmill while a recording is made of your feet. This footage is then slowed down and analysed in detail by an ASICS professional, who will explain their findings. Depending on the results, runners will then be advised to choose either neutral or stability/supportive running shoes .

To maintain these changes then takes repetition and practice. Once analysed, we provide useful recommendations to help runners enhance their technique, improve performance and rehabilitate back from injury. You’ve come in with a particular shoe in mind and maybe it doesn’t quite feel how you expected it to. Little things that you’re aware of in the store will become amplified during a run. If you have doubts, try some other options until you find the right fit.

We Recommend Opting For Analysis At Least Once A Year For The Following Reasons:

Booking a slot in advance is best, and can be done online. According to Asics data, four in five runners risk injury in shoes that don’t Running Analysis in London suit their running style. Our running assessments look at running technique and make recommendations to enhance technique and movements.

My knees are still a little sore but probably not helped by the fact that I'm still wearing my old running shoes. Naturally our body changes over the years, depending on our lifestyle. So what's right for you one year can change the next if your lifestyle (or work-style) has changed. That's why it's important to have your gait analysed each time you replace your shoes. Our Natural Gait Analysis accurately identifies not only your foot strike but also the way your whole body moves as you run. From this we can determine why your feet land as they do and select the best kind of support for you.

Steps To Being The Strong Confident Runner You Want To Be:

They will look out for things like, how they land, where they land, where they are over-pronouncing or under-pronouncing, as well as misalignments within the ankles or knees. David goes out of his way to help you make the right decision about your running gear. Incredible service and unparalleled knowledge of running shoes!

Abnormalities in gait might include an early heel lift which can be caused by tight calf muscles. Another example would be a pelvic tilt due to a leg length discrepancy. GB track and cross country athlete and sports nutritionist Emily Hosker-Thornhill is currently on her way back to fitness following an injury, supported by Profeet custom footwear. They were surprised that I had been recommended such rigid shoes.

Comfort is subjective to the individual; how a shoe feels to one person is unlikely to match your own experience. At Run and Become we'll often ask you about other forms of exercise you do, so we can take into consideration how your body moves, not just when running but during your daily patterns of movement as well. This way we get the entire picture and can offer as much help as possible. We now offer a different way of assessing your gait, so you can stay home, while enjoying the excellent personalised customer service you've come to expect from us.