KINETIC
RUNNING GAIT ANALYSIS
Ignite and transform your RUNNING in Exton.
Empower Your Wellness Journey with Personalized Physical Therapist and Physical Therapy Care in Downingtown and Chester Springs, PA
WHAT IS A RUNNING ANALYSIS IN EXTON?
Our Running Analysis in Exton is a comprehensive, evidence-based assessment designed to evaluate how you run, uncover inefficiencies, and reduce injury risk. Using video analysis, movement screening, and expert coaching, we provide actionable insights to improve running mechanics, strength, and overall performance.
Who are RUNNING ANALYSIS for?
Running Analysis are ideal for individuals who:
- Want to run more efficiently and improve performance
- Experience recurring aches, pains, or injuries while running
- Are training for races or increasing mileage
- Want to proactively reduce injury risk
- Are interested in strength and mobility strategies to support running
60-90 MINUTE FREE-FLOWING COACHED CLASS
- Warm Up (15 minutes)
- Main Lifts (20 – 30 minutes)
- Squat, Bench Press, Deadlift, Overhead Press
- Accessory Exercises (20 minutes)
- RDL, Pull Ups, Lunges, DB and Isolated Movements, etc.
- Core/Conditioning (5 minutes)
- Optional Recovery (5-10 minutes)
WALK-INS
ARE WELCOME!
Freedom Barbell classes utilize the bench press, squat, deadlift, and accessory exercises. The program focuses on training cycles ranging from 8-10 weeks, followed by a comprehensive strength assessment. This training style leads to consistent progress, injury reduction, and the development of true functional strength.
How RUNNING GAIT ANALYSIS work?
Our Running Analysis follows a structured, data-informed process:
- Initial intake and goal review to understand your running history
- Movement and strength screening to identify contributing factors
- Video-based running assessment to analyze mechanics and stride
- Expert feedback and education on key findings
- Actionable recommendations for training, strength, or mobility work
RUNNING ANALYSIS: Health or Hype? FAQ
Does strength training slow runners by adding bulk?
Are squats “the best” exercise for runners?
Should everyone switch to minimalist shoes?
If I’m not hurt, is a running assessment useful?
Is running inherently bad for knees/hips?
What drives most injuries—biomechanics or training load?
WHAT WE MEASURE
- Cadence
- Step/stride length
- Foot strike pattern
- Hip/knee control (frontal & sagittal)
- Quadriceps strength‑to‑body‑weight ratio (plus other key strength markers)
- Symmetry
DELIVERABLES
- Annotated video review
- Key findings with prioritized action items
- Summary of strength / gait assessment (incl. quad strength:BW ratio)
- Return‑to‑run or performance plan (progressions, mileage/intensity guidance)
- Footwear/form guidance
Why it HELPS?
The Running Analysis targets common runner issues (IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, runner’s knee, shin splints) by identifying form faults, strength deficits, and load‑management mismatches; refines technique for efficiency and durability.
Featured on… THE ROOT CAUSE MEDICINE PODCAST
- HEALTH OR HYPE? RUNNING MYTHS— quick myth‑busting episode with Dr. Chris Sands, PT, DPT, OCS (and Dr. Gabe Kresge). CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
- THE MODERN RUNNING ASSESSMENT WITH KINETIC PT— 50‑min deep dive that mirrors your service (dynamometry, video gait, strength:BW, asymmetry). CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
