The Way You Run Is a Pattern, and Patterns Can Be Changed
Every runner develops movement habits over time. Some are efficient. Many are not. And the ones that are not tend to quietly accumulate as injury risk, energy waste, and performance drag until something breaks down.
A running analysis at Priority Fitness uses video to capture exactly how you move and give you a biomechanical breakdown of what is working, what is not, and what to do about it. Whether you're managing a recurring injury, trying to run faster, or making sure you are not building toward a problem, this is where you start.
Over 20 Years of Biomechanics Experience
Ben Kessel's background in biomechanics runs deeper than most coaches'. Growing up in his father's chiropractic office gave him a clinical foundation in how bodies move and compensate. Add 18 years of coaching runners and triathletes at every level, USAT Level II and USATF certifications, and his role as the official Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Brooklyn Tri Club, and you have a set of eyes on your gait that most runners will never access.
Video-Based Gait Analysis
Your session is recorded from multiple angles to capture the full picture of your running mechanics, including foot strike, cadence, hip alignment, arm carriage, and everything in between. Video lets Ben pause, replay, and break down exactly what is happening in your stride in a way that verbal coaching alone cannot match.
Injury Prevention and Risk Reduction
Most running injuries are not bad luck. They're the predictable result of movement patterns that place repeated stress on specific tissues over time. Identifying and correcting those patterns before they become injuries is always easier than rehabbing them after. If you have a recurring issue or want to run for years without breaking down, this is the most efficient investment you can make.
Actionable Feedback You Can Use Right Away
You will leave your session with a clear understanding of what needs to change, specific cues to take into your next run, and a prioritized list of what to work on first. For athletes working with a coach, the analysis integrates directly into your programming. For those training independently, it gives you a concrete roadmap for running smarter.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
No special preparation is required beforehand. Your running analysis takes 50 to 55 minutes from start to finish. Wear comfortable running clothes and bring the shoes you actually run in. If you use orthotics, bring those too.
This assessment is valuable at any experience level, whether you're training for your first 5K or your tenth marathon. By the end of the session, you'll leave with a specific game plan: targeted exercises and form adjustments tailored to how you actually move, not a generic checklist.
