Almost every runner experiences injuries at some point—knee pain, tight calves, shin splints, or other common running issues. Even if you are injury-free, you may still want to improve your running performance.
The best approach is to work on yourself: improve your running technique, build strength, and increase endurance. But having the right running shoes can make a significant difference throughout this process.
Why Running Shoe Fitting Matters – Video Gait Analysis
There are hundreds of running shoe models from dozens of brands. For example, Asics alone offers around 30 different models. They differ by much more than color. Some shoes provide additional support for runners with flat feet, others offer maximum cushioning for runners with knee pain or heel spurs, while lightweight and responsive models are designed for experienced athletes with strong running mechanics.
Our running shoe fitting service helps you navigate this wide selection and find the pair that best suits your individual needs. While the right shoes won't instantly perfect your running technique, they can help you train more comfortably, reduce unnecessary muscle strain, and support your progress toward better fitness and improved running form.
We begin by learning about your running experience, previous injuries, physical characteristics, training routine, and running goals. This information helps us determine the level of cushioning and stability that will work best for you.
Beginners usually benefit from shoes with greater cushioning and stability because the feet are often the weakest link in the running chain. They tend to fatigue first, even when the rest of the body is just getting warmed up.
Experienced runners require a more balanced solution. They need enough cushioning for comfort while maintaining sufficient responsiveness and firmness for faster running. We aim to find the ideal balance while keeping the shoes as lightweight as possible.
Different injuries require different solutions. For example, heel spurs often benefit from increased cushioning, while excessive pronation requires additional support. If your heel tends to roll inward or outward, a firmer heel counter may provide better stability.
After the consultation, we select a shortlist of running shoe models that best match your biomechanics and running goals.
You will try on several pairs of shoes selected during the consultation and run on a treadmill in each pair. While you evaluate comfort and feel, we record your running using high-speed video. We then analyze the footage with professional gait analysis software, measuring joint angles throughout different phases of your stride, evaluating posture, body alignment, and center of gravity movement.
This analysis helps us determine which shoes best meet your individual needs. We can see which model provides better heel stability, which offers improved support for overpronation, which keeps your body properly aligned, and which sole design delivers the most effective stability. Based on the video analysis, we can also provide general recommendations for improving your running technique.
At the end of the session, you'll receive a detailed report containing all the information collected during your consultation, along with the complete results of your running gait analysis. The report includes screenshots from our analysis software, all tested shoe models, key running phases, expert comments, and personalized recommendations. Even if the ideal shoes are not available in our store, you'll be able to use this report to choose the right pair elsewhere. In some cases, we may recommend custom running insoles, physiotherapy, massage, or consultation with a medical professional. These recommendations will also be included in your report.
Running gait analysis is available at our RunLab store in Limassol, Cyprus. We recommend booking your appointment in advance to reserve a convenient time.
You can book your appointment using the form at the top of this page.
The running gait analysis costs €50. After completing the test, you will receive a discount of the same amount toward the purchase of a new pair of running shoes. Simply present your payment receipt when making your purchase.
