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The Ulitmate Fit offers free gait analysis done in store by our expert shoe fitting specialists. Our fitting specialists can analyze your gait and explain to you what type of support you'll need. They can also help you figure out your needs based on your goals, total mileage, and running surface.

What is Gait?

Gait is the way in which we move our whole body from one point to another. Gait analysis is a method which we use here at Ultimate Fit to assess the way you walk or run to highlight biomechanical abnormalities. We do this so that we may fit you into the appropriate shoe for your gait.

What is Gait Analysis?

Gait analysis usually involves walking or running on a treadmill. In some cases the professional will simply watch the way that you move, looking in particular at your feet, ankles, knees and hips. Many injuries are often caused, at least in part, by poor biomechanics. Runners and athletes whose sports require a high level of running and jumping should make sure they have had a gait analysis and buy the correct footwear to avoid future overuse injuries. The following are a list of common overuse injuries associated with poor gait biomechanics:

Shin splints:

The term "shin splints" refers to pain along the tibia - the large bone in the front of your lower leg. The pain is caused by an overload on the shinbone and the connective tissues that attach your muscles to the bone. The risk of shin splints is no reason to give up your morning jog or afternoon aerobics class. Most cases of shin splints can be treated with rest, ice and other self-care measures - and wearing proper footwear and modifying your exercise routine can help prevent shin splints from recurring.

Plantar fasciits:

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves pain and inflammation of a thick band of tissue, called the plantar fascia, which runs across the bottom of your foot - connecting your heel bone to your toes. Plantar fasciitis is particularly common in runners. People who are overweight, women who are pregnant and those who wear shoes with inadequate support are at a higher risk of plantar fasciitis.

Iliotibial band (IT Band) syndrome (runners knee):

Pain and inflammation on the outside of the knee, where the iliotibial band becomes tendinous, and results in a friction syndrome by rubbing against the femur (thigh bone) as it runs alongside the knee joint. Anything that causes the leg to bend inwards, stretching the ITB against the femur overpronation, tightness of the ITB muscle, lack of stretching of the ITB, incorrect or worn shoes, excessive hill running, especially downhills, and running on cambered surfaces overtraining

Patellar tendinitis (jumpers knee):

Patellar tendinitis is an injury that affects the tendon connecting your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone. The patellar tendon plays a pivotal role in the way you use your legs. It helps your muscles extend your lower leg so that you can kick a ball, push the pedals on your bicycle and jump up in the air.

Patello-femoral knee pain:

Patellofemoral pain can occur in one or both knees and it is one of the most common causes of knee pain. Patellofemoral pain is felt in the front of the knee and occurs when the patella is compressed against the femoral groove. The compression forces increase the further the knee is bent and as a result pain usually increases as well. Therefore, patellofemoral pain may be made worse by activities that involve repetitive bending of the knee. Pain is often felt going up or down stairs or after sitting for long periods of time. Patellofemoral pain can be accompanied by "clicking" or "grinding" and sometimes by a feeling that the knee "catches" or wants to "give way".

Achilles tendonitis:

Achilles tendinitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon, the band of tissue that connects calf muscles at the back of the lower leg to your heel bone. Achilles tendinitis is often a running injury or other sport-related injury resulting from overuse, intense exercise, jumping, or other activities that strain the tendon and calf muscles. Most cases of Achilles tendinitis can be treated with persistent, relatively simple, at-home care under your doctor's supervision. Self-care strategies are usually necessary to prevent recurring episodes. More serious cases of Achilles tendinitis can lead to tendon tears (ruptures) and may require surgery to repair damaged tissues.

What Do We Carry?

Here at Ultimate Fit we carry a full line of running, walking shoes and athletic performance apparel from Brooks, Saucony, Asics, Mizuno, New Balance, & Zoot. In addtion we also carry performance clothing from Sugoi including triathlon specific apparel " Be Incredible !! "

You will also find a great selection of the latest running accessories from name brands you know and love. So come in and visit us today.