Next RVNAhealth is pleased to offer detailed Running Assessments to help new and veteran runners stay healthy and active in their sport. “Because running is a highly repetitive motion and an impact activity,’ says RVNAhealth physical therapist, Kate Campbell, DPT and certified gait analyst, ‘injuries can develop. It’s very important to understand one’s vulnerabilities and tendencies, as well as develop smart training plans to reduce the likelihood of injury. No runner I know ever wants to be sidelined.” RVNAhealth running evaluations will be conducted by Campbell at the Golf Performance Center in Ridgefield, an RVNAhealth partner in health and wellness. The evaluation is one-hour long and includes video analysis of running mechanics; strength assessment of muscles related to proper mechanics and injury prevention; flexibility assessment; a foot and shoe analysis; and an individualized home exercise program based on the evaluation results and aligned with personal goals.