FAQ The Athlete’s Source
1. What does a gait analysis do?A: A gait analysis matches the runner's degree of pronation with the correct shoe type. The gait analysis aims to detect how your foot rolls when you walk or run while transitioning from heel to toe.
2. How much does a gait analysis cost?A: Gait analysis is free; it is part of our fitting process.
2. How much does a gait analysis cost?A: Gait analysis is free; it is part of our fitting process.
3. Understanding pronation: Overpronation, under-pronation (supination), and neutral pronationA: Pronation refers to how your foot rolls and your body distributes impact and is a natural part of the gait cycle. Understanding your pronation type is essential for selecting the correct type of running shoe and could help you avoid injury. An overpronator means your ankles roll in; you need a stability shoe to correct this. An under-pronators (supinators) ankles roll out and need a neutral arch shoe. Neutral pronation is when your legs, knees, and ankles are aligned. The majority of the population, approximately 75%, are overpronators.
4. How often should I change my running shoes?A: Several factors determine when a running shoe should be replaced. Body weight, type of surface you run on (pavement or treadmill), mileage, and kind of shoe. The general rule is every six months or 300 to 450 miles. Usually, when you start to feel discomfort in your feet, hips, and legs, the shoe has broken down and lost its ability to absorb shock and support.
5. I am experiencing heel pain.A: It could be Plantar fasciitis, which is an inflammation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue (fascia) that connects your heel bone to the base of your toes. Usually, your current shoes need to be more supportive or worn out. In addition to a new shoe, we carry "Feature Plantar Fasciitis Relief" socks and "Superfeet" orange made to relieve heel pain.
6. What type of clothing should I wear?A: Depending on the season and temperature, it is essential that you are comfortable and with the right clothes. For example, Under Armour ColdGear is apparel with a thermo-conductive print on the inside to reflect body heat inward toward the wearer. Under Armour, HeatGear is clothing designed to wick sweat away from the body, while cotton does not.
4. How often should I change my running shoes?A: Several factors determine when a running shoe should be replaced. Body weight, type of surface you run on (pavement or treadmill), mileage, and kind of shoe. The general rule is every six months or 300 to 450 miles. Usually, when you start to feel discomfort in your feet, hips, and legs, the shoe has broken down and lost its ability to absorb shock and support.
5. I am experiencing heel pain.A: It could be Plantar fasciitis, which is an inflammation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue (fascia) that connects your heel bone to the base of your toes. Usually, your current shoes need to be more supportive or worn out. In addition to a new shoe, we carry "Feature Plantar Fasciitis Relief" socks and "Superfeet" orange made to relieve heel pain.
6. What type of clothing should I wear?A: Depending on the season and temperature, it is essential that you are comfortable and with the right clothes. For example, Under Armour ColdGear is apparel with a thermo-conductive print on the inside to reflect body heat inward toward the wearer. Under Armour, HeatGear is clothing designed to wick sweat away from the body, while cotton does not.