Advanced Performance Assessment: Performance Lab Testing - Norwich
Elevate your athletic performance with our most comprehensive, high-performance assessment. Designed for athletes seeking a full-body, data-driven evaluation, this 90-minute session delivers a complete picture of your strength, movement, and injury risk, providing deep, actionable insights to optimise resilience, efficiency, and long-term performance.
Throughout the session, we evaluate full-body strength, range of movement, balance, reaction times, plyometric force and force production, alongside a detailed running assessment. You’ll leave with a comprehensive performance profile and tailored recommendations, giving you the tools to train smarter, move more efficiently, and perform at your peak.
What You’ll Gain from Your Assessment
- Maximise performance - build strength, power, balance, and movement efficiency.
- Reduce injury risk - identify weaknesses or imbalances before they become a problem.
- Enhance sport-specific training - insights tailored to your body and your sport.
- Train smarter - personalised guidance from a full-body, data-driven profile.
- Premium, in-depth session - 90 minutes of testing across multiple performance domains.
What’s Included
- Full-body strength, range of movement, and balance testing – using objective testing technology for accurate, objective measurements.
- Plyometric and force production assessments – evaluate power and explosiveness with force plate testing.
- Reaction time and neuromuscular control evaluation – measure how efficiently your body responds and co-ordinates.
- Integrated injury prevention screening – identify risk factors across all movement patterns.
- Data-driven running analysis – with RunEasi wearable technology.
- Identification of sport-specific injury risk factors – tailored insights to guide safer, more effective training.
- Insight into movement efficiency and athletic performance – understand strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Detailed post-session report – summarising findings with personalised recommendations for training, performance optimisation, and injury prevention.
Duration
90 minutes of in-depth testing, offering a thorough evaluation of your athletic performance, movement quality, and injury risk. This extended session allows for a full-body, high-performance approach, giving you deeper insights and actionable results.
Fully Equipped Gym
Your assessment takes place in our fully equipped Norwich physiotherapy clinic, featuring:
- Modern strength and cardio equipment
- Functional training tools for dynamic testing
- Recovery and mobility equipment
Everything you need to test, train, and recover – all in one place.
Expert Care
Your assessment is delivered by Charlie, a fully qualified, chartered physiotherapist registered with the HCPC and CSP. With advanced expertise in musculoskeletal and athletic performance assessment, Charlie provides evidence-based guidance to help athletes move better, train smarter, and maintain peak performance.
Every session is fully tailored to your body, sport, and goals, giving you the premium insights needed to optimise performance and reduce injury risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Questions, Answered
How should I prepare for my assessment?
Wear comfortable athletic clothing and shoes suitable for dynamic testing. Bring any recent injury or training history notes.
Is this suitable for all athletes?
Yes. Each session is tailored to your sport, experience, and performance level.
How long does the assessment take?
Approximately 90 minutes, allowing a full-body, high-performance evaluation.
Do I need to bring anything?
Please wear comfortable sports clothing and shoes. All testing equipment is provided.
Can I book a follow-up session?
Absolutely. Many athletes return to track progress, refine movement patterns, or optimise training safely.
What will I get after the assessment?
A detailed report with findings, recommendations, and performance insights to help you train smarter and reduce injury risk.
Can I do this assessment if I’m currently injured?
If injured, an initial Sports Physiotherapy session is recommended first to diagnose the problem and to ensure that Performance Lab Testing is suitable.
Will this help me improve performance in my sport?
Yes. Improving strength, balance, movement efficiency, and sport-specific mechanics supports better outcomes.
How soon will I see results?
You’ll get real-time feedback during the session, plus a detailed post-session report with actionable insights.
Is this useful for athletes in all sports?
Yes, the full-body performance insights can benefit athletes across all sports.
Can I share my assessment report with my coach?
Yes. The report is fully shareable for integration into wider training.
What does the assessment involve?
Full-body strength, movement, balance, and performance testing alongside a running and sport-specific evaluation to optimise performance and reduce injury risk.