Up & Running Reading X FootBalance

FootBalance is popping up at Up & Running Reading for three days this weekend, from Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November. It's a 3D biomechanical foot-scanning service that maps the shape and function of each foot, and the whole thing is free to get into.

If you're not sure what that actually means in practice, here's the run-down: you'll get a specialist foot assessment and a gait analysis, and from there, the team can recommend footwear and support that fits your specific needs and the activities you're into. If you're running, walking, or just on your feet a lot, it's a good way to see how you're actually landing and what might help.

Beyond the assessment, there's the option to try FootBalance custom insoles. They're heat-moulded to your feet in under five minutes to add personalised support and cushioning. It's worth keeping in mind, though, that the service isn't a medical diagnosis and isn't a substitute for professional medical advice.

It's running across three days at Up & Running Reading, 96 Broad Street, RG1 2AP: Friday 30 October from 10:00, Saturday 31 October from 11:30, and Sunday 1 November from 10:00. Entry is free.