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Walking and running shoes from leading brands — walk in or book to get advice to match footwear to your feet, your movement, and goals.
📊 In Store Footwear Advice from £25.50 inc. Gait Analysis from a shoe fitting expert
Our footwear range
Find the right shoe for you
Podplus stocks a wide range of the latest running trainers from brands such as Brooks, HOKA, New Balance, and On. The range includes options with varying levels of cushioning, support, and fit — suitable for walkers, runners, and anyone looking for reliable everyday comfort. if you know what you’d like to try please walk in to try, or if you’d like a footwear advice appointment let us know when you arrive or book in advance!
An In store shoe fitting may include gait analysis from our team of trained shoe fitters who can guide you through the process, taking into account factors such as foot position, movement, and how you plan to use the shoes.
Well-fitted footwear can play an important role in reducing the risk of common issues such as plantar fasciitis, shin splints, and knee discomfort — conditions often linked to repetitive strain and poor support.
The instore footwear advice appointment is not suitable for insoles, or diagnosis of lower limb and foot issues, there is no guarantee of footwear stock levels (although we do try to stay fully stocked!). For a more professional gait analysis, diagnosis and advice, please book a Podiatry Biomechanics IABA or a Physiotherapy 55min appointment.
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Do you know what suits your feet, your movement, and your goals?
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Walk in or book — be comfortable everyday!
Brands we stock
Brooks · HOKA · New Balance · On
GAIT ANALYSIS for FOOTWEAR ADVICE — £25.50
What to expect from your footwear advice appointment
A simple, focused assessment designed to help you learn more about your foot type, and hear what features of footwear would suit your feet, your movement, and your goals. This may also include a gait analysis from Podplus expert shoe fitters. (Please book a Podiatry or Physio for gait analysis to assess, diagnose and plan any injury recovery)
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Consultation
We’ll start with a chat about your main activities (running, walking, gym, everyday use), your goals, any injuries, and your current or previous footwear.
2
Static Assessment
We’ll look at your feet and how you stand, including:
- Heel position (pronated, neutral, or supinated)
- Arch height (low, moderate, or high)
- Forefoot visibility and pronation/supination ability
- Tip toe test (High Gear A / Low Gear B)
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Dynamic Gait Assessment – GAIT ANALYSIS
We’ll observe you walking and running to assess how your feet move in motion. We may look at the these phases:
- Heel strike, Mid-stance – full weight bearing, Toe-off
We utilise all the info above to help identify your foot type, e.g. whether you are a pronator, neutral, or supinator.
4
Shoe Recommendations
Using the results, we’ll recommend trainers that suit your foot type, movement, and activity. You’ll be able to try on different options with guidance from our shoe fitting team. We cannot guarantee our stock levels as this changes all the time.
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Your Report
We’ll talk you through the findings, answer any questions, and make sure you leave confident in your choice. We endeavour to advise on the most suitable products, however the final purchase choice is yours.
GAIT ANALYSIS FOR FOOTWEAR ADVICE
Just £25.50 for a foot type assessment inc. gait analysis if appropriate
A focused assessment with one of our expert fitters. Walk in or book ahead — we’ll help you find the perfect shoe.
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Come and try on shoes in person at the Julie Rose Stadium. If you know what you want to try just pop in! OR if you’d like footwear advice please drop in or book ahead to meet our friendly team.
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