Running Analysis ยท Kansas City

Run faster. Stay healthy.
Know exactly why.

Our fellowship-trained clinicians break down your entire running mechanics โ€” stride, posture, foot strike, strength โ€” and give you a personalized plan to run better and hurt less.

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170+ Five-Star Reviews Real patients, real results
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Top 3 PT in Kansas City 4 years running
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Fellowship-Trained Clinicians WashU St. Louis โ€” #1 PT school in the US
Why It Matters

Most runners train harder.
We help you train smarter.

Pain, injuries, and plateaus are almost always rooted in mechanics โ€” not effort. We find the exact patterns holding you back and fix them before they become bigger problems.

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Root Cause, Not Guesswork

We identify exactly what's driving your inefficiency or pain โ€” not just where it hurts.

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Data-Driven Assessment

Video analysis, strength testing, and movement screening โ€” all in one session.

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A Plan You Can Actually Follow

You leave with a clear, personalized roadmap โ€” not a generic printout.

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See It In Action

Watch what a running analysis actually looks like

See a full session walkthrough and the most common running faults we find โ€” and fix.

Full Running Analysis Session Walkthrough

Common Running Faults We Find & Fix

What's Included

Everything in one session

A comprehensive 75-minute assessment that covers every aspect of your running.

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Video Gait Analysis

We film you running from multiple angles and break down your stride frame by frame โ€” foot strike, cadence, posture, arm drive, and more.

02

Strength & Mobility Screen

We test hip strength, ankle mobility, single-leg stability, and core control โ€” the key drivers of efficient, injury-free running.

03

Injury History Review

We connect the dots between your past injuries, your current mechanics, and your running goals to build the full picture.

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Personalized Cue Plan

You get specific, actionable form cues tailored to your body โ€” not generic tips from the internet.

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Strength & Rehab Plan

A targeted exercise plan to address your weaknesses and imbalances โ€” so your form improvements actually stick.

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Full Written Report

Everything summarized in a clear report you can reference โ€” findings, recommendations, and your next steps.

Who It's For

Built for every runner

Whether you're chasing a PR or just want to run without pain โ€” this is for you.

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Runners with Recurring Injuries

IT band, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, runner's knee โ€” we find the mechanical cause and fix it.

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Runners Chasing Performance

Improving your mechanics can shave minutes off your time and make every mile feel easier.

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New Runners

Start with the right foundation. Build efficient habits from day one and avoid the injuries that derail beginners.

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Post-Injury Return to Run

Coming back from an injury? We make sure you return safely โ€” and don't end up right back where you started.

Got Questions?

We have got honest answers

The full session is approximately 75 minutes. This includes your intake, movement screening, video gait analysis, and review of your personalized plan.

Wear your normal running clothes and bring your current running shoes. If you have multiple pairs you rotate, bring those too โ€” shoe selection is part of the assessment.

Not at all. Many of our running analysis clients are healthy runners looking to improve performance, build efficiency, or stay injury-free as they ramp up mileage.

Pricing varies based on your individual needs. Book a free 15-minute discovery call and we'll walk you through everything โ€” including what's included and what to expect.

No referral needed. Missouri has full direct access, so you can book directly with us without seeing a doctor first.

Yes โ€” we are approved healthcare providers and accept both Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Ready to run better
and hurt less?