
Running Analysis
Discover how Shift Performance can help you run stronger, healthier, and pain-free.
Injury Prevention
Identify and address biomechanical imbalances that can lead to common running injuries.
Performance Enhancement
Optimize your running form for improved efficiency, speed, and endurance.
Personalized Training
Develop a tailored training plan based on your individual needs and goals.
Why Running Analysis Matters
Running is a fantastic way to stay active, improve your fitness, and challenge yourself. But it's also a high-impact activity that puts repetitive stress on your body. With each stride, your joints and muscles absorb forces several times your body weight. Over time, this can lead to imbalances, weaknesses, and compensations that increase your risk of injury.
A running analysis provides valuable insights into your unique running mechanics, helping you understand how your body moves and identifying potential areas of concern. By pinpointing inefficiencies or imbalances in your gait, we can help you optimize your form, reduce stress on your joints, and prevent common running injuries like runner's knee, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, and IT band syndrome.
But a running analysis isn't just about injury prevention. It's also about maximizing your performance. By analyzing your stride length, cadence, and foot strike, we can identify areas for improvement and help you run more efficiently, increase your speed, and improve your endurance.
Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting your running journey, a running analysis can provide valuable insights to help you achieve your goals and enjoy a lifetime of pain-free running. It's an investment in your health, your performance, and your passion for the sport.
How It Works
Our comprehensive running analysis involves a thorough assessment of your movement patterns, muscle strength, and flexibility. Here's what you can expect during your session.

Comprehensive Evaluation
We'll start with a conversation about your running history, goals, and any current or previous injuries. Then, we'll assess your strength, flexibility, and posture to get a complete picture of your physical condition.
Dynamic Gait Analysis
We'll observe your running form in action, using video analysis to identify any biomechanical imbalances, inefficiencies, or asymmetries that may be contributing to pain or hindering performance.
Personalized Plan & Education
Based on our findings, we'll develop a customized plan to address your specific needs. This may include recommendations for exercises, stretches, running form adjustments, and footwear guidance. We'll also empower you with knowledge and strategies to prevent future injuries and optimize your running performance.