RunFORM
Run Smarter. Run Stronger. Stay Injury Free.
Whether you're training for your first 5km, preparing for a marathon, or simply want to enjoy running without pain, RunFORM is our comprehensive running assessment designed to help you perform at your best.
Using the latest biomechanical assessment technology and expert physiotherapy analysis, we will identify your strengths, uncover areas for improvement, and provide you with a personalised plan to help you achieve your running goals.
Who is RunFORM for?
RunFORM is ideal for runners who want to:
-Improve their running performance
-Reduce their risk of injury
-Return to running after an injury
-Increase running efficiency
-Prepare for an upcoming event
-Build confidence with a structured training and loading plan
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, your assessment is tailored to your current ability and future goals.
Suitable for Every Runner
RunFORM is designed for runners of all abilities, including:
-Beginner runners
-Recreational runners
-Parkrun participants
-Half marathon and marathon runners
-Trail runners
-Competitive athletes
-Runners returning from injury
No matter your experience, our goal is to help you move more efficiently, train with confidence and keep doing what you love
Your Personalised Programme
Following every RunFORM assessment, you will be provided with an individualised exercise and training plan designed by your physiotherapist.
Your programme may include:
-Strength exercises
-Running-specific power development
-Mobility work
-Progressive loading guidance
-Injury prevention strategies
-Return-to-running advice (where appropriate)
All exercises and assessment results are available through the VALD App, allowing you to easily track your progress and access your programme anywhere.
What's included?
Step 1: Comprehensive 60-Minute Assessment
Your journey begins with a detailed one-hour assessment including:
-Online pre-assessment questionnaire covering your running history, training, goals and injury background.
-Comprehensive physiotherapy assessment.
-Lower limb strength testing using VALD Dynamometry.
-Force plate testing using VALD ForceDecks to measure strength, balance, power and movement strategies.
-High-speed treadmill running gait analysis to assess your running mechanics.
-Individual discussion around your goals and current training.
Step 2: Expert Analysis
Following your assessment, your physiotherapist will analyse all of your results, combining your strength data, force plate measurements, running biomechanics and injury history.
This allows us to develop a complete picture of your running and identify the key areas that will have the greatest impact on your performance and injury prevention.
Step 3: 30-Minute Follow-Up Consultation
We would aim to see you within a week of your assessment. At your follow-up appointment we'll:
-Explain your assessment results in easy-to-understand language.
-Discuss your running technique and biomechanics.
-Identify your strengths and areas for improvement.
-Provide practical recommendations.
-Go through your personalised strength and loading programme designed specifically for your goals shared through the VALD APP
Pricing
RunFORM Assessment Package
$299 (Private)
$199 (ACC subsidised*)
Includes:
-60-minute comprehensive assessment
-VALD strength and force plate testing
-Treadmill running gait analysis
-Physiotherapist data analysis
-30-minute follow-up consultation
-Personalised exercise and training programme
-Full access to your results and exercise programme through the VALD App
*ACC eligibility applies where appropriate
Why choose RunFORM?
RunFORM combines expert physiotherapy with industry-leading technology to give you objective data—not guesswork.
Using VALD technology and running specific tests, we can accurately assess:
-Lower limb strength
-Power production
-Balance and asymmetries
-Landing mechanics
-Movement efficiency
-Running biomechanics
This enables us to create targeted interventions that improve performance while helping reduce the likelihood of future injuries
How the Data Supports your Goals:
Technology helps us assess your individual strengths and areas that may need improvement
We can track your progress over time to guide treatment and achieve better results for you.
We compare your results to data from people in your demographic, so you can see where you stand and how you're progressing.
Ready to Reach Your Next Running Goal?
Whether you're aiming for a personal best, preparing for your next event, or simply want to run stronger and with fewer injuries, RunFORM provides the knowledge and plan to get you there.
Book your RunFORM assessment today and discover how data-driven physiotherapy can help you run with confidence.
To Book Your Assessment:
Currently Available in the WOOLSTON clinic only with our Senior Physiotherapists: Nicole and Scott
Call 033266225 OR email: info@physio-nz.co.nz
Reception Hours
Mon – 8:00am to 7pm
Tue – 8:30am to 7pm
Wed – 8:00am to 5pm
Thur – 8:30 to 7pm
Fri – 8:00 to 4pm