Running Analysis
Run Stronger. Move Smarter. Stay in the Game.
Running is one of the most demanding and rewarding forms of movement — but it’s also one of the most unforgiving when something’s off. Every step is a stress test for your body. Small inefficiencies in your stride, mobility, or control can stack up over miles — leading to pain, slower performance, or injury.
At Corrective Physical Therapy in Scottsdale and Arcadia, our Running Analysis isn’t just about how your feet hit the ground — it’s about understanding how your entire body moves, absorbs force, and transfers power. We break down every element of your stride to uncover the why behind your pain or performance plateau.
This isn’t surface level “You heel strike” or “You overstride.”
This is real, data-driven, athlete-level coaching.
What We Look At:
Our Comprehensive Running Analysis evaluates every key component of your running mechanics to build a clear picture of how your body performs under load.
Here’s what we assess:
- Foot Strike & Ground Contact Time: Whether you’re a heel striker, midfoot striker, or forefoot striker — we measure how and where you absorb force. Then, we identify if your mechanics are helping you or holding you back.
- Cadence & Stride Length: We analyze your rhythm, step frequency, and stride distance to optimize efficiency, reduce overstriding, and improve running economy.
- Hip & Pelvic Control: Poor pelvic stability can lead to downstream knee, ankle, or back pain. We evaluate your control, symmetry, and alignment at high speeds.
- Arm Swing & Trunk Rotation: Your upper body drives rhythm and power — we assess whether it’s propelling you forward or throwing off your balance.
- Core Strength & Postural Endurance: A strong core keeps your spine and pelvis stable with every stride, protecting your back and improving overall running economy.
- Footwear & Terrain Demands: We review your footwear patterns and how surface type or training loads influence your stride and stress distribution.
Objective Testing & Movement Assessment
Your running analysis doesn’t stop when the treadmill turns off.
We pair gait data with objective performance testing to identify weak links and quantify progress.
Our testing may include:
Single-Leg Stability & Strength Testing
Hop & Landing Mechanics
Ankle Mobility & Power Output
Hip Strength Ratio Testing
Functional Movement Screens
Video Slow-Motion Analysis from multiple angles
These measurable benchmarks help us track your improvement, predict potential injury risk, and tailor a training or rehab plan to your exact needs.
How We Implement Change
Once we’ve identified your movement patterns and performance gaps, we don’t just hand you a printout and send you home.
We coach you through change — one step, one rep, one stride at a time.
Your customized running program may include:
Targeted Strength Training: Building endurance and control in hips, glutes, and core to improve running posture and stability. Working on power throughout the body to improve force transfer.
Mobility Optimization: Restoring motion where you need it — especially through the ankles, hips, and thoracic spine.
Load Management & Programming: Adjusting volume, pace, and rest to prevent overtraining and promote sustainable progress.
Technique Coaching: Cueing drills and feedback to retrain how you move — improving both performance and longevity.
Performance Integration: Gradual reintroduction to speed work, hills, or distance with expert guidance.
The goal?
Not just pain-free running — efficient, confident, and powerful running that lasts.
⚡ Why Runners Choose Corrective Physical Therapy
Because we’re not just watching your stride — we’re coaching your comeback.
At CPT, you’ll work 1-on-1 with a Doctor of Physical Therapy who understands what it means to train hard, recover right, and perform your best.
No aides. No generic advice. Just data-driven precision and the kind of coaching you wish you’d had sooner.
Why runners trust CPT:
Performance-based, not protocol-based.
Root-cause analysis from head to toe.
Integration of rehab, strength, and sports science.
Education that empowers you long after you leave the clinic.
Whether you’re training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon PR, we’ll help you understand your body better, fix inefficiencies, and keep you performing at your peak — mile after mile.
🏁 Ready to Run Stronger?
If you’re tired of recurring pain, inconsistent training, or just feeling “off” when you run, it’s time to understand why.
Schedule your Running Analysis at Corrective Physical Therapy in Scottsdale or Arcadia and take control of your stride, your performance, and your longevity.
