Running Economy Testing: Run More Efficiently, Run Farther

Get more out of every stride - with less wasted effort. Improve how your body moves, breathes, and burns for better running, no matter your pace.

Running economy is all about how efficiently your body uses oxygen at a given pace. At Endurance PTC, we measure both aerobic and anaerobic energy contributions at sub‑threshold (below your anaerobic threshold) speeds to see how much oxygen you need to maintain specific running paces.

We also factor in things like biomechanics, body composition, limb size, running form, flexibility, and neuromuscular strength to get a full picture—and prescribe training that improves both the engine and the movement.

What is a Running Economy test?

An objective measure of how much oxygen you need to run at different speeds (how economical your running is).

Insights into aerobic vs anaerobic energy contributions during submaximal running.

A training plan tailored to improve your efficiency - form, strength, neuromuscular coordination.
A benchmark you can retest to see gains and evaluate what’s working.

What will you walk away with?

Even small improvements in running economy can lead to meaningful performance boosts in race times or long runs.

Efficiency helps reduce energy wastage, fatigue, and injury risk - your body does more with less.
For people rehabbing or returning to running, being economical can mean safer progress and fewer setbacks.

Why is all of this important?

Accountability-focused movers: Want objective feedback to guide progress?
Fitness & outdoor lovers: Compatible with any fitness level or goal
Recreational cyclists: Personalized insights to fine-tune training and nutrition