Gait Analysis

Here at Chivers Running in order to fit the correct footwear we understand the importance of having the correct running shoe fitted appropriately to your foot,  your style and your running mileage whether that's a 5km jog to a fast pace half Marathon your feet come first.  

We DON'T use any video analysis of you running on a treadmill we simply like to see you run in our store on a hard surface most similar to a road.  Although this looks very good when you are running on a moving belt your feet don't do the same thing as they do when you run on a hard surface.  It does mean that we have to carefully train all our staff to understand basic Biomechanics as well as what each shoe does for the runner and how it does it. After 79 years of selling shoes we still feel that analysing gait in this manner is the most accurate way of fitting shoes for running.  Our experienced team will then advise you on which shoes will work best for you, additionally the fit and feel of a shoe is crucial which is why trying shoes on is so important in finding the right match for you.  We will need to see your feet as nature intended and from seeing the shape, lumps and bumps and how they change when you do a few simple movements we can see how you will move when you run. Although this is in effect the gait analysis bit over with this isn't the end of shoe fitting - We will ask you a few questions about recurring niggles and aches. Have a look at the wear pattern of your current running shoes if you have brought them with you. Then from the shape of your feet we will pull you out a selection of shoes for you to try.

It's worth mentioning socks at this stage. The fit and thickness of sock you prefer to use will affect the fit of your shoe, so we recommend using a breathable (non cotton) sock. How thick or thin it is, is a personal preference. We can provide try on socks or if you always run in a particular brands then please bring these with you. Once you have the shoe on your feet with your chosen sock then we will check to make sure you have enough room for your feet to expand on a hot day and it's over to you. Only you can decide how comfortable the shoe feels and whether you like the feel of the cushioning or not.  

Please note we charge £20 for gait analysis as a stand alone service otherwise its FREE when you purchase a pair of shoes from us. This is also refundable against any for pair of shoes purchased within  28 days.

So, you pay no more for the shoes than the prices shown in the shop. Should you decide not to purchase then you will be charged £20 if a gait analysis was performed. This £20 will act as a voucher against footwear for 28 days from the day of issue. 

The reason we have had to do this is because we have had an increasing number of people using our services and then purchasing elsewhere.

We offer an extensive range of running trainers for you tontry and there is no better  performance clothing and accessories with complimentary gait analysis available to help you pick out the best running shoe for your needs.

Please note we take bookings for Saturdays only for and Analysis, walk-ins are welcome any time during the week.