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Theo came in for a run consultation and gait analysis, and then sat down to explain exactly what happened 👟

A local PT and movement specialist from .wellness, Theo experienced a run consultation at Running Free first hand, and broke down what it involves and why it matters.

Whether you’re a complete beginner, coming back from injury, dealing with a ni**le, or an ultra runner hunting for the perfect trail shoe - a gait analysis is for everyone.

If you’ve ever been curious about what actually happens, this one’s for you.

📍 Running Free, Poole
🔗 Book yours via Calendly link in bio

So simple but so easy to overlook.

A poorly fitted running shoe can quickly become one of the main causes of discomfort, ni**les and eventual injury.

Here’s some tips to check your running shoe size is the right fit for you.

Any more questions? Come into Running Free in Poole and get a run consultation with one of our experts!

Ever thought of having a gait analysis?

Here’s what involved during one of our run consultations at our store in Poole.

Come on England! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Pre-match social run this Wednesday at 6pm from our store in Poole. As always, it’s a social and relaxed 5k run with our community of friendly faces - come down and join before the big game!

See you Wednesday 🫶🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏃🏻‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏃🏾

Did you get a London Marathon place? 🎉

If you did - congratulations, you lucky runner! We’ll see you on the start line.

If you didn’t, you’re in good company. And London isn’t the be all and end all.

There are some brilliant local races right here in Dorset and Hampshire worth getting on your radar. Whether you’re chasing a PB, running your first, or just want something to train towards - there’s something for everyone closer to home.

And if you’re set on London, charity places are still available. A great way to get that iconic finish line and raise money for a cause you care about.

👇 Drop your favourite local race in the comments - let’s build a list for the community 🫶

📍 Running Free, Poole
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We’re building something special in Poole 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Since taking over Running Free in October, it’s never just been about selling shoes for us.

We want this to be a place where local runners connect, learn, and run together. So that’s what we’ve been building.

From Couch to 5K to specialist nutrition and health talks. Yoga, pilates, strength and conditioning. Social runs. Expert speakers. Big name brands. And more to come!

Every Wednesday we head out for a social run from the store.

No pressure on pace - just friendly faces, fresh air, and good company.

So, if you’re a local runner, run club, workshop host, or business who’s got an idea on how to collaborate on an event, class or workshop - get in touch.

We’d love to build this with you.

This is your community as much as ours 🙌

📍 Running Free, Poole

Corrr it might be too hot yet again!

UK’s looking at another heatwave from today onwards, perfect running conditions on paper? Dangerous if you’re unprepared.

Before you head out, remember: slip, slop, slap & wrap.

☀️ Slip on appropriate clothing, light, breathable, UV-protective where you can
☀️ Slop on sun cream, don’t skip it just because you’re “only out for 30 mins”
☀️ Slap on a hat, your scalp will thank you
☀️ Wrap on sunglasses, protect your eyes, not just your skin

And the one that can get easily forgotten: hydrate. Hydrate. Hydrate. Not just water, think electrolytes if you’re out longer than 45 mins, and fuel your runs like the heat is an opponent, because it is.

Enjoy the sunshine. But make sure you respect it.

Getting out earlier rather than later is another great way to avoid the peak heat, then you’ve got the rest of the day to enjoy the sunshine!