As a triathlete, you put in a lot of training hours. Swimming, cycling and running - each part requires its own approach and brings unique challenges. For me, running has always been the favorite part, but also the most injury-prone.

The impact during running is great. This is precisely where you can gain - or lose - a lot of time. That is why it is essential to be well prepared at the start, with the right technique as well as the right equipment. And that starts with your shoes.

Why are good running shoes so important?

The perfect running shoe is personal. What works for me may be just the opposite for you. There is a huge variety of shoes these days:

• Much or little cushioning?
• A carbon plate or not?
• Lightweight and flexible, or sturdy with grip?

These choices directly affect your running pattern, load and performance. Because I cover so many miles as a triathlete, I change shoes regularly. But how do you really know which shoe suits your running style?

My experience with the running analysis at TriathlonWorld

Earlier this year, I had a running analysis done at TriathlonWorld to find the ideal training shoe. And honestly? I should have done that much earlier. During the winter, I was struggling with painful toenails and blisters due to shoes that turned out not to fit properly afterwards.

Many sporting goods stores these days offer foot measurement. Convenient, but often limited to just your foot shape. At TriathlonWorld they go a big step further. In addition to a static measurement, a video analysis of your running pattern is made. Using advanced techniques, a three-point score is given for each shoe, showing you exactly which shoe best suits your running style.

What makes it even better? You can instantly test multiple shoes during the analysis. In my case, it turned out that one of my current shoes actually provided too much cushioning. Because I am relatively light, this caused me to spring up too much while running - causing instability (and injury risk). Thanks to expert guidance, we ended up with the HOKA Mach 6. A model that I had previously liked, and now once again proved to be a perfect fit for my running style. Since then, I haven't had toenail problems and I enjoy running a lot more.

Why you should also do a running analysis

The running analysis at TriathlonWorld helped me to train injury-free, more effective and blister-free. It only took half an hour, but immediately gave me more running comfort and better performance. And with the extensive selection of shoes, I could immediately feel what worked - and what didn't.

Whether you're looking for a new pair of shoes or regularly struggle with running injuries, this analysis is highly recommended. It not only helps you run better, but also makes training more fun and safer.

So... do you also want to get the best out of yourself? Drop by TriathlonWorld and find out what a professional running analysis can do for you!