Salming Catalogues Running 2015 | Page 6

Salming Running Analysis RunLAB™ Powered by Qualisys Qualisys is a leading provider of motion capture technology and has a long history of supplying research, engineering and sports facilities with the tools and know-how of capturing and analysing movements. Salming and Qualisys has joined forces to offer the original Salming RunLAB™, a full body running analysis situated in Salming Running Store in Gothenburg Sweden. A second RunLAB™ will open in Stockholm in the spring of 2015. The Salming RunLAB™ Running Analysis service uses cutting edge motion capture technology, the same technology used for animation in large movie productions. We can capture a runner’s every move with 400 frames per second and excellent precision, the goal being to give an objective view of an athlete’s running technique. We promote a holistic approach towards running and emphasize on the importance of a full body analysis, not just lower-body analysis which is common practice elsewhere. 6 WELCOME TO SALMING COUNTRY 2015 After the runner’s movements have been captured and analyzed, the results are summarized and presented in a web based report. The report includes but is not limited to key parameters such as pelvic rotation, knee angle, ankle flexion and foot contact. The analysis is interpreted by an expert coach who provides useful tips and training advise on how the runner can improve technique, strength, stability and posture. More often than not, the coach can suggest specific exercises targeting muscles vital to obtaini