Running Clinic

When analyzed in detail it is clear that running should be viewed as a highly complex skill. To perform it well requires significant coordination and control. Often simple changes can make vast improvements in performance and making the action of running easier.

The vast majority of injuries incurred through running are due to poor technique or lack of strength or mobility. Our service recognises that everyone’s biomechanics are different and will teach you as an individual how to build the skill to run efficiently and injury free.

Our running clinics are led by two industry experts: Paul Laslett, ex-professional 800m athlete and Fitness Consultant: and Tom Galpin, Sports Injury Management Specialist and British Army Physiotherapist.

Biomechanical Clinics

The brightsidept Running Clinic is a unique service that guarantees to provide you with the skills required to improve both your running efficiency and speed. At the Running Clinic we will assess your running and provide you with all the advice and guidance you need on a one-to-one basis.

Whether you are just taking up running or you are an elite athlete looking for an extra edge, the Running Clinic will help you to achieve more. To date we have successfully helped people go beyond their personal expectations, from achieving personal goals to winning events on the international stage.

Included in you 90 minute Running Clinic is:

Assessment

A clinical foot and ankle assessment
Gait (walking or running) analysis (digitally captured)
Specific running control and coordination tests

Advice

The results from the assessment explained and placed into context – the so what!
Specific trainer requirements identified and explained

Guidance

Gymnasium/home based control and coordination exercises prescribed
Running specific exercises taught and coached

Whilst there is a stated structure for the delivery of the Running Clinic it is acknowledged that each runner has specific and individual requirements from the service, therefore we will structure your session to best meet your needs.

Please email or call us for dates of the next running clinic.

Workshops

While the running clinics are offered on a one-to-one basis, our workshops offer a group service.

Top recommended running shoes

The right pair of trainers will absorb impact, while allowing the foot to stretch and work correctly; this helps you stay injury free and run efficiently. We usually recommend changing your trainers every 300 miles for best effect.

Part of the service of our running clinic is prescribing you the best trainers to fit your strengths and needs. However, these are three of our general all round favourites:

Brooks Trance 10
New Balance 1080
Saucony Hurricane 12