Gait analysis

[angie31964]

I am being brave and going into town for a gait analysis. It will be interesting to see what they say but since I have a habit of starting hobbies and giving up after a while, I am wary of spending too much money!

[Hazel10 Graduate]

I went, felt really stupid but they just don't care - they do it all day every day and are not interested in your body shape/commitment/story, they are just doing a job. It was all fine!

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Hazel10]

Thank you. So long as I don't have to run for more than a min lol.

[Hazel10 Graduate in reply to angie31964]

I think it is two minutes - but they set the machine and wander off. Anyway, you can’t give up, I read your posts!

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Hazel10]

Lol thank you. I can't run for 90s!! I will get there early and say, get me off this thing. I am not good on a treadmill. I feel the need to hold on to the rails lol.

[Hazel10 Graduate in reply to angie31964]

Don’t set yourself up to feel stupid - go and do a slow jog - you need to be comfortable in the trainers you buy. I ended up spending £130 which I didn’t want to do - give them a budget beforehand...

Let me know how it goes!

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Hazel10]

I will. I don't plan to buy anything expensive without thinking about it. £130 is a lot!

[Hazel10 Graduate in reply to angie31964]

I know - right? My husband encouraged me, otherwise I wouldn’t have bought them... bloody ridiculous...

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Hazel10]

But ...do you now run like the wind?

[Hazel10 Graduate in reply to angie31964]

Um - I wanna say yes but no.. 😂 however, am nearly 48 and 13 stone and have never run before so am happy that my feet are comfy.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Hazel10]

Your feet have to be comfortable. Nothing worse than discomfort. Well done anyway.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate in reply to angie31964]

I used to call a treadmill, a dreadmill but once I got my gait analysis and got on to a treadmill I no longer call it that, I think I could run a 5K on a treadmill quicker than outside, although I have never tried that, difficult to tell just being on a treadmill for two minutes.

[Zebadee1 Graduate]

I went a few days ago. I admit I was a bit self conscious as I certainly don't look like a runner yet, but it was all good. I explained I was doing the plan and they explained the analysis. I jogged on a treadmill for about 20 secs (not fast, setting 5) and they took a video. Turns out I am a neutral runner so didn't need any specific support. I was then given the option to try about 5 different pairs, again, tried them all on the treadmill and was encouraged the choose the most comfortable pair. The guy told me as I was a beginner he wouldn't bring the most expensive range out, which suited me fine. The trainers I tried varied in price for about £80 to £140. I chose a pair of Nikes, which were discounted due to being "last season ". I didn't know that at the time.....anyway. what I'm trying to say the experience wasn't at all embarrassing and no one tried to make me spend more money than I wanted to. ...enjoy your shopping experience 👟👟

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Zebadee1]

That sounds perfect. I can do 20 s lol. Thank you for sharing.

[Hidden in reply to Zebadee1]

Where about did you go for your analysis?

[Zebadee1 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I'm in Kent so went to a little running shop 'the running outlet ' in Canterbury. Would definitely recommend them.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Look at gait analysis on Google for your area. I found several in mine. Chrck it is free.

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Go equipped... I use the Price Spy app... get that gait analysis and when choosing your shoe tap it into the app... maybe they’ll charge for analysis if you don’t buy and you can still find the shoe cheaper elsewhere... maybe they’ll price match.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to UnfitNoMore]

They said it is free. But thank you. I will download that!

[Cally73 Graduate]

It’s definitely worth doing on a treadmill with video analysis. I originally had mine done at around week 3 but went to a running shop who just watched me run up the street. I was fitted in a pair and got them. After a couple of runs my ankles were so swollen and in great pain. I was told by my gym instructor to have my gait checked again as they felt I over pronated and needed a support shoe.

I then had a video analysis done and got a pair which were a support shoe and the difference in my knees and ankles has been immense! It’s worth the money in my opinion getting a decent pair. I have just finished the programme but was out for a few weeks due to having the wrong shoes.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Cally73]

Thank you. I am fascinated to know how I run. I feel like my foot fall is fairly 'normal' so will be interesting to see.

[Cally73 Graduate in reply to angie31964]

I knew I had pelvis and back problems and thought I over pronated and I was right all along! It’s interesting!

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Cally73]

Who'd have thought! My partner was a huge fitness buff. Used to run miles. He never had special trainers. Just ran in whatever came to hand. Mind you, he did lose his toe nails!

[backintime Graduate]

If you are, shall we say, gifted up top, don't forget to put your sports bra on, I didn't get gait analysis done but did try my shoes out and I was very self conscious in the wrong bra lol

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to backintime]

Oh my! Good thinking. I will dig it out of the washing pile lol! Thank you.

[Cally73 Graduate in reply to backintime]

Yes, it’s a must! I went as if I was going for a run!

[kirble Graduate in reply to backintime]

I’m definitely not ‘gifted up top’ but running without my sports bra felt like getting in the car and not fastening the seat belt! I made the mistake of not wearing mine for gait analysis

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to kirble]

Lol. I have mine on and ready to go. But it doesn't open til 9 so will set off about 8.30.

[kirble Graduate in reply to angie31964]

You’ll have to let us know how your experience went for others. 9 am is a good idea too!

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to kirble]

I did. Gait analysis part 2 🏃‍♀️😁

[Jazzyrunner Graduate]

Ooh that sounds interesting! Hope to hear how you get on 👍🏻

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Jazzyrunner]

I will reveal all when I return!

[Jazzyrunner Graduate in reply to angie31964]

Looking forward to it!

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Jazzyrunner]

Did you see my separate wrote up?

[Jazzyrunner Graduate in reply to angie31964]

Yes thank you Angie, I saw that - what utterly gorgeous running shoes! I think I’ll give it another week and if I’m still going 🤞🏻then I’ll go to the running shop 👍🏻

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Jazzyrunner]

Thank you. I love them. And the socks!

[Katiepops Graduate]

It’s worth it. If you need trainers then you’re better off getting the right ones for your feet. Fingers crossed that you are neutral and can choose whatever you like. Even if you’re not, there should be a range of prices on offer. I wasn’t neutral but was lucky; my first pair of proper trainers were in the sale. I didn’t know that when I fell in love with them, but it was such a bonus!! They’re retired now, and the new version of them is out there pounding the streets! Good luck. The shop people aren’t worried about how you run. You’ll probably find them to be genuine runners who really want to support you. We all start somewhere.😊 👟

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Katiepops]

Thank you 😊 I will go kitted out so I feel in the mood lol.

[Basil1964]

I had a gait analysis after being recommended to do so as I had knee and shin splint pain. I spent a lot more on trainers than I’d anticipated, however it’s the best investment in running I made! I tried several pairs of trainers, it just happens that “you get what you pay for” is true.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Basil1964]

I will go in open minded and see what happens. Thank you 😊

[Annie83 Graduate]

Make sure you have the same socks on you would run in to, I managed to get my asics shoes from the outlet store in Portsmouth, if you find something you like in the store check on Amazon as alot of independent stores will be more expensive, i started out with karrimors as a beginner and they were fine you only really need to get the more expensive shoes when you run for longer distance, try ones that say gel pulse or something similar

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Annie83]

Thank you. I live in Southampton! I run in Karrimors too. The store said they provide the shoes. Which I thought was unusual. I asked if I should wear my usual trainers and he said, we provide you with a pair.

[Lysia in reply to angie31964]

Yeah, they did that where I went. I don't think they are interested in your current shoes. They put you in a pair of neutral low support shoes to start with as it gives them a good benchmark. It's well worth doing.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Lysia]

Tis true!

[JW001 Graduate]

I had one done at a local shop and bought some running shoes for £80 went home to find them on the M and M website for £30!

I know where to get next pair from

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to JW001]

Thank you for the heads up! I will definitely be looking around!

[Jogunlikely Graduate]

Where what you would run in, current shoes as well.

I had to run bare foot on the treadmill which I hadn't really thought about.

Be honest with the staff about what you are doing. My chap was extremely supportive/encouraging about my c25k journey

Before you hand over any money check you can take the shoes back, once you've used them outside. If not go somewhere else! I used a shop in Portsmouth who were brill.

I asked not to know the price until I had chosen my shoe becasue i didnt want that to influence my decision. but I have really bad over pronation so corrective shoeing is a must 🤣

I then tested them by jogging up and down the pavement. Bless him told me I could go for a run round the block if I wanted a proper try out (A bit beyond my capability at the time!)

I even ended up with a diff trainer on each foot at one point so try and decide 😊

Take your time when choosing. Your trainers should feel comfortable from the word go so any rubs or pressure points will not give in time, avoid those.

Have fun and post us a piccy 👍👍👍

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Jogunlikely]

Shoe porn? 😂 thank you for the advice. I will see how it goes. It may be the same shop. Sweat shop I think it is. In Hanover Buildings. And I know they have a store in Portsmouth.

[Jogunlikely Graduate in reply to angie31964]

No it wasn't them. I used Alexander Sports. And yes defo shoe porn!! 🤣

[Timeoff Graduate]

Know what you mean about starting hobbies - I didn’t get my shoes until I was about 4 weeks in.

I had an older & slightly awkward teenage boy helping me which was quite funny. He did a good job tho, I have a bolt through one of my toes, having broken it years ago so I needed the gait analysis. It doesn’t take long & is well worth it my shoes are great (& were reduced in some sort of early sale - this time of year there should be quite a lot of sale bargains).

Good luck!

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Timeoff]

Thank you. Sounds painful - a bolt through your toe 😩

[Timeoff Graduate in reply to angie31964]

Meant to say (just been for a run) my shoes have smooth laces & just occasionally they slide undone. The non-smooth ones with more grip might be better.

Detail, it’s all detail!😎

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Timeoff]

I tried some amazing shoes that were like socks. You just slip them on. The laces just make them tighter.

[Timeoff Graduate in reply to angie31964]

Wahoo! Sounds like you were successful.😎

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Timeoff]

Yes I bought them. Need to prove to my partner they were worth the spend 🤯🙈🏃‍♀️😂

[Cantstopmenow Graduate]

Enjoy it. Try on whatever they recommend. I ended up with shoes that i would have thought were half a size too big, but they're just perfect. I bought the bright pink running socks too. (Another tip - don't think about how your bum looks when you watching the gait analysis! 😂). Happy shopping x

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Cantstopmenow]

Ha ha!

[Redcat19 Graduate]

Giving up, that's not an option!!!

[Moonkittens]

Enjoy it, another adventure! and as Cantstopmenow said, try on whatever they suggest, I run in half a size bigger too (Saucony) and so much more comfortable, and I bought a couple of pairs of comfy running socks too. I also set a budget, but my little sports shop gave me a discount because I was "buying local" and all told I was over the moon. I'm sure your place will sort you out, don't be rushed into buying, these shoes have to last you a while and you have to feel happy and confident wearing them! Good luck and look forward to hearing the outcome x

[Cantstopmenow Graduate in reply to Moonkittens]

I've got saucony too- soooo comfy and supportive

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Cantstopmenow]

Just bought a pair. Will share a photo on a new thread! 😍

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Moonkittens]

Ooh snap. I just bought socks and Saucony. Can't share a photo so will start a new thread!

[Cantstopmenow Graduate in reply to angie31964]

I got the socks too!

[Astra5 Graduate]

Definitely get your gait analysed 150%. I waited till week 9 before doing it and wish I had gone earlier but wanted to make sure running was something I would stick at. Went to SweatShop in Maidstone and the advice alone is worth going. Ended up getting the insoles and a new pair of Asic’s. They were in a sale but still £99 and £45 for moulded insoles. Worth every penny and shoes were only £5 more than other places. Touch wood I have not had any problems that I previously experienced and ran 8.8 Km yesterday. Cannot stress enough how good the best running shop staff are for advice. My view is that the cost is an insurance for my feet, ankles, shins and knees etc. Almost forgot - there was no pushy sales at all, just fantastic support.

Hope you get sorted and enjoy the experience.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Astra5]

I have just been to Sweatshop. Decided £45 for insoles was too much. Will share my photo of new shoes on a separate thread as I can't seem to add a photo here.

[Astra5 Graduate in reply to angie31964]

Thought that myself but tbh they made a huge difference - don’t even know I have them on when running 😎. At the end of the day you know your body and budget, hope it works out, you can always get them later if you want, happy running.

[Jonno34 Graduate]

You can send a simple video in to Sportsshoes.com and they will do it for free. Never spent more than £45 on a pair of trainers. Last 2 pairs have been Asics

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Jonno34]

The gait analysis was free and all the advice. Amazing shop

[Ricochet1 Graduate]

I spent £60, money well spent, feel like I'm walking on air!!!

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Ricochet1]

What did you get?

[Ricochet1 Graduate in reply to angie31964]

ASICS, they video'd the back of my lower legs while 'running' on a treadmill. Got fab arch support and they weren't pushy at all

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Ricochet1]

Same for me. And I also stood on something to see how my feet spread. Very interesting.

[Coolum Graduate]

It is really worth doing. I had mine yesterday and it was brilliant. Really encouraging, and very helpful.

I would have just picked a recommended shoe in my normal size. Ended up with a size bigger and I am so pleased with my purchase. Well worth doing. Good luck.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Coolum]

Thanks. It went well!

[Crolla]

Idk if this is too late, but I had mine done and then when they suggested I spend £140 on a pair of trainers, I said I'd think about it. Couldn;t really afford that for something that might be fleeting, but I did want a decent pair of trainers. In the end I went online (think it was sportsshoes.com) and I bought the same brand/type but last years model for around £60. They've served me well and I'm still running a year later.

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to Crolla]

Yep! Too late lol! But I own my decision 😊 thank you anyway. I did a quick check and those trainers are just out this week and were the same price online.

[CyclistTryingToRun]

I have never been able to run and got gait analysis and proper fitting trainers and blew through the c25k made a massive difference fo me

[angie31964 Graduate in reply to CyclistTryingToRun]

That is excellent news!