Running Assessment
A running assessment consists of:
- a detailed history of your running career, current training mileage, training methods and goals;
- functional movement screen to assess any flexibility and strength deficits that could contribute to poor running technique;
- a detailed video gait analysis on the treadmill. (The goal here is not to deconstruct running gait but to work with it to improve efficiency in running style and eliminate asymmetry);
- running drills to improve technique;
- one or two cues to put into practice on weekly runs;
- an evidence based strength and conditioning program appropriate for your current level of strength to improve running economy and to assist in injury prevention.
There will also be time to address any questions on training plans and guidance on race preparation if you have an event coming up.
Follow up sessions can be booked on a one by one basis as needed but if you’re looking for a more structured approach for best performance for an event or whilst overcoming injury, see details of our discounted package below.
Runners Package
Avoid Injury, Improve Technique & Perform at Your Best
Running a marathon? Training for a race? Want to improve your running performance?
Our runner’s package if for you! The package offers 5 sessions with a specialist physiotherapist to help you perform at your best and is great for those training towards an event or returning to running after an injury. The package also includes a studio class.
With a saving of up to £51, this package is great value and offers a specific, targeted and individualised approach to progress you to be the best runner you can be.
RUNNING PACKAGE - What's included?
Appointment 1: Functional Assessment and MOT (45 minutes)
This appointment allows your specialist to localise any weak areas which may cause issues during your preparation and stop you from achieving your goal.
- A detailed case history of your past injuries, running career, current training mileage, training methods and goals
- Functional movement assessment to determine flexibility of your ankles, knees, hips and shoulders
- Muscle strength testing of your calves, quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, adductors, abductors and core control
Appointment 2: Running Assessment (45 minutes)
Your second appointment includes a running assessment on the treadmill with detailed video analysis. The data obtained from this analysis will help to improve your running economy and efficiency, help you run faster and easier, making your training from enjoyable than ever.
- Determine running style - are you a heel or fore foot striker?
- Analyse running cadence, is it high or low?
- Establish the position of your knees and hips during running
Appointment 3: Strength and Conditioning planning (45 minutes)
Using the data from your running analysis, your specialist will create a strength and conditioning plan. This is essential as it will strengthen your weaknesses allowing you to use your body to its full potential.
- Individually tailored strengthening programme that can be adapted
- Exercises suited to your ability and work/life balance to maximise results
- How to use a foam roller to take care your body during training
Appointment 4+5: Physiotherapy sessions as needed (30 minutes)
It is normal to develop minor injuries and niggles throughout your training and it is best to address them as soon as possible. These two appointments can be used as and when you require them.
Free Class
A yoga or Pilates class in our studio to be used for additional strengthening, stretching or relaxation. Your specialist can recommend a suitable class for you.
The runners package can be used with any of our four running specialists; Piotr Mizerek, Nicole Lee, Mary Fon Sing and Corinne Letitzia. Appointments available Monday-Saturday.