Movement Improved

Utah’s leading Biomechanics Lab for running and athletic performance

Built for all athletes. Backed by science.

Expertise matters:

This is no ipad run analysis. Our research-grade system — a force plate treadmill and 3D motion capture system valued at over $250,000 — delivers precision far beyond what an iphone or standard treadmill can capture.

Many athletes walk in saying they’ve tried everything. What they discover here is something entirely different — a level of movement analysis that reveals what others have missed.

Every detail of how you move is measured, interpreted, and transformed into clear, data-driven strategies to help you move smarter, perform better, and stay injury-free.

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Our Technology sets us apart:

Technology is only as powerful as the person interpreting it. Every analysis at The Gait Lab is guided by a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 15 years of experience studying running biomechanics.

We don’t just capture numbers — we translate complex motion and force data that bridge science and performance, helping you apply the data to move efficiently, train intelligently, and build lifelong strength, health, and fitness.

From injury to improving performance — we’re here for ALL athletes from those just starting their athletic journey to the elite level.

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Our Tests

From 3D gait analysis and VO₂ max testing to full-body strength assessments, we deliver data you can act on.

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Follow up visits

Targeted sessions to track progress, refine movement, and treatment for injuries. Evidence-based care designed to keep you moving forward.

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Coaching

Personalized, data-driven coaching using lab insights and real-world performance. Programs built for your goals, your schedule, and your sport.

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Classes

Small-group and one-on-one Run Fit sessions designed to build strength, stability, and resilience. The science of running—applied to your training.

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What people are saying

  • As a running expert and coach, I feel completely confident sending my athletes to The Gait Lab. It can be challenging to find PTs who really know what they are doing with athletes and are willing to take a collaborative, full team approach to support athletes. Laura is the real deal and I wish that my athletes in every single state/all over the country could see her!!

    -Lindsey Herman (Running Wild Coaching)

  • Highly recommend The Gait Lab! Laura is a brilliant PT. She identifies the root cause of issues and develops a plan to address them and build long term, sustainable running health. Her insights and treatment have also improved many aspects of my running form and efficiency.

    — Daniel Gardiner

  • Meeting with Laura is a highlight of every month. She listens, supports, and helps me train smarter—physically and mentally. That’s why I was able to finish my collegiate career strong and build a model I’ll use for life

    -Bella Williams (NCAA track and XC University of Utah)

  • I’ve said it before. I’ll say it again. Best PT ever!!! ……… I really can’t recommend Laura enough!

    — Isabelle Boettcher

  • Love the Gait Lab! Was having some major hip issues preventing me from running and skate skiing. Laura helped me through all of that and I just finished the PC Trail Series Half Marathon! Can't recommend The Gait Lab enough.

    — Tim Akers

  • Laura is fantastic! I have been working with her for a couple years on a variety of gait issues with a side of coaching/race planning. Every time I see her I take something new away that helps my running form. She is thorough and clearly has a great basis of knowledge to draw from. Definitely recommend going to the Gait Lab for any of your running needs!

    — Matthew Glick