Sport Benchmarked

Running

Sagittal-dominant cyclical sport where injury risk correlates with hip drop (Trendelenburg), reduced hip extension, ankle dorsiflexion deficit, and thoracic rotation restriction. Assessment focuses on gait-cycle prerequisites rather than maximum ROM.

6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Hip Abduction
2 Hip Adduction
3 Hip Internal Rotation
4 Hip External Rotation
5 Straight Leg Raise
6 Lower Trunk Rotation

Risk Factors Assessed

Hip Abduction
Hip Internal Rotation
Straight Leg Raise
Lower Trunk Rotation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Running biomechanical assessment include?
The Running protocol assesses Hip Abduction, Hip Adduction, Hip Internal Rotation and 3 additional ROM tests specific to running demands. Each test measures against sport-specific benchmarks by competitive level.
Who needs a Running assessment?
Any running athlete or practitioner, from recreational to professional level. The assessment identifies mobility limitations that increase injury risk and restrict performance in running-specific movement patterns.
What does the Running protocol cover?
It covers 6 key ROM tests, identifies risk factors, and generates a prioritized corrective plan with 4 intervention targets.
How do I get started with the Running protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Running protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Your coach runs this protocol as part of your structural evaluation, then builds a personalized corrective plan based on the data.

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Protocol Details

Category
Sport
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
4
Benchmarked
Yes
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