Running Assessments
At Up & Active, our experienced Physiotherapists provide comprehensive running assessments tailored to your individual goals, technique, and performance. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just starting out, we take an all-encompassing approach that looks at your movement patterns, biomechanics, footwear, and training habits to help you run better, stronger, and pain-free.
Why Book a a Running Assessment?
A running assessment may be beneficial if you are:
- Experiencing pain or injury while running
- Dealing with recurring niggles or discomfort
- Returning to running after time off
- Starting a new training program or running journey
- New to running and want to begin safely
- Preparing for a specific event (e.g., 10K, half marathon, marathon)
- Struggling to make progress with your training
- Looking to improve your running technique and efficiency
- Simply curious and want to learn more about your running style
Book your comprehensive running assessment with our Physiotherapy team today and take the first step towards running with confidence, performance, and longevity.
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What to Expect during a Running Assessment
During your 60-minute running assessment at Up & Active, our Physiotherapists will take a detailed and personalised approach to understand your body, your goals, and your running style.
Your session will include:
- A detailed discussion about your history, current concerns, and running goals
- Review of your running or training background
- Analysis of any available data (e.g., Garmin, Strava, or other tracking apps)
- Muscle strength testing relevant to running performance
- Assessment of muscle flexibility and joint mobility
- Biomechanical screening for movement patterns
- High-quality video analysis of your running on a treadmill
- Expert review and feedback on your running technique
This comprehensive assessment is designed to give you clear insights and actionable steps to help you run more efficiently, prevent injury, and achieve your goals.
What happens next?
- We discuss a training plan to suit your goals and ability
- You may have some running drills or technical changes to work on during your training
- You will go home with exercises based on your assessment findings
- We will plan to catch up to review your progress and program
What do I wear to my running assessment?
- Your normal running shoes
- Running clothing
- Bring your phone if you have app data
- Be ready to run!
We’re proud to share a special shoutout from Olympian and elite runner, Patrick Tiernan, who recently competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics, clocking Australia’s fastest marathon time of the event. Patrick kindly acknowledged Lizzy for her support during his training preparations.
At Up & Active, we love supporting runners of all levels with education, performance insights, and injury prevention strategies. Whether you’re training for your first 5k or aiming for the world stage, we’re here to help guide your journey.
How do I book a running assessment?
Call the Up & Active reception desk on 4613 1394 and ask for a ‘Running Assessment’ and our team will schedule you with our running assessment physios.