How It Works
01. Run Capture
Run for two minutes on a treadmill at a self-selected comfortable pace while motion-capture technology collects over 150 data points across your body.
02. Run Analysis
Our team walks you through your individual run profile to help you understand how your body moves, exercises to help you improve, and footwear to meet you where you are today.
03. Run Better
Equipped with the knowledge of how to improve, you can start to run smarter, safer, and (if it’s your goal) faster.
Using Data to Shape Your Form
Every runner is different because every body is different. NSRL Form combines the biomechanics expertise of the Nike Sport Research Lab and the latest motion-capture technology to track your running across six core running metrics: Slide, Roll, Cross, Bounce, Lean and Reach.
Using machine-learning technology, we represent these metrics as an individualized assessment of your running profile. We use this to highlight opportunities for improvement, help you progress through simple Nike Training Club exercises and help you make confident running footwear choices that suit your personal needs.
Find Us In Select US Cities
Mobile Lab
NSRL Form is hitting the road. Look out for our mobile lab service in a city near you.
Heartbreak Hill
Find your form at Heartbreak Hill running stores in Newton
MA & Chicago IL.Blue Ribbon Sports
Find your form at our formative retail store, Blue Ribbon Sports in Santa Monica, CA. Nike’s first retail location opened in 1967 and is now a community running space.
NSRL Form for Every Body
You could call it a community. But we call it a movement. From beginners to elites, NSRL Form is helping runners at every level. Use #NSRL, #NSRLForm or tag @nikerunning to share your NSRL Form experience and let’s improve together.
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The Nike Sport Research Lab
40+ Years of Sport Science Innovation
Founded in the 1980s, The Nike Sport Research Lab (NSRL) brings together scientists, technologists, engineers, designers, and developers around a single mission: to help athletes of all levels and abilities to achieve their sport goals. Using cutting-edge technology, the NSRL helps optimize people’s performance and protection.
The Nike Sport Research Lab
40+ Years of Sport Science Innovation
Founded in the 1980s, The Nike Sport Research Lab (NSRL) brings together scientists, technologists, engineers, designers, and developers around a single mission: to help athletes of all levels and abilities to achieve their sport goals. Using cutting-edge technology, the NSRL helps optimize people’s performance and protection.
Any Other Questions?
What should I bring to my NSRL Form appointment?
Check your confirmation details and arrive fuelled and warmed up. Just wear your go-to running shoes and some comfortable, non-reflective running clothes.
What do I do exactly?
Simply run on a treadmill for about 2 minutes at a self-selected, comfortable pace.
Why only two minutes?
Most runners only need about one minute to reach a comfortable gait on a treadmill. We then capture your form and you can stop.
How long does the consultation take?
It may differ by location, but usually you’ll be done in about 15 minutes.
What are the benefits?
Apart from educating you on the science behind your running, we’ll assess where you can focus first on improving your running form. We’ll also provide you with a personalized recommendation of form adjustments and exercises to build the capacity to implement those techniques. Lastly, well share what to look for in a Nike Running shoe to help optimize your running form based on your specific run profile.