Frequently asked questions

Which Bupa Centres deliver the Run Check? Hide

Bupa Run Checks are available at our Barbican and Solihull Bupa Centres.
The addresses are as follows:

Bupa Centre, London (Barbican)
3 White Lyon Court, The Barbican, London EC2Y 8EA

Bupa Centre, Solihull
47 Station Road, Solihull B91 3RX

How can I book an appointment? Hide

Please call your preferred Bupa Centre:

Barbican:
0207 200 2700*

Solihull:
0845 600 3743*

How much does it cost? Hide

The price for a Run Check is £113.

Can I use my private medical insurance to pay for a Run Check? Hide

As the Run Check is a preventive assessment it is not covered by private medical insurance.

Who performs the Run Check? Hide

Senior musculoskeletal physiotherapists. These are physiotherapists who have specialised training and experience with treating sports injuries.

How long does it take? Hide

It usually lasts for about an hour.

What clothing should I bring? Hide

Bring comfortable running clothes and the shoes you normally run in.

What does the Run Check involve? Hide

The Physiotherapist will discuss your running goals, medical history and any previous injuries. Following this he or she will perform a series of clinical and functional tests to look at your flexibility, strength, biomechanics and running technique. The physiotherapist will then analyse your running style on a treadmill.

You will leave the Run Check with an understanding of your running style, a conditioning programme to help maximise your running performance, and a recommendation on the type of trainers to suit your biomechanics.