Your feet are literally the foundation for proper posture. Every day they are subjected to an enormous amount of pressure and strain, especially while running or walking.
Prevent rather than cure.
Custom sports insoles can offer a solution for various complaints. Whether or not you will benefit from this additional foot support must be considered individually.
Did you know that sports insoles
reduce pressure on the ankle, knee, and hip joints. Want to improve your posture and gait? Compensating for leg length discrepancy and avoiding shin splints? Preventive support for heavy loads?
Sports insoles are not a luxury, but provide essential support for some people.
Coaching formulas
Pure craftsmanship
At Runners’ lab, we only go for the very best to keep you injury-free. We have all the expertise and technologies in-house to provide you with high-quality, customized sports insoles. An orthopedic technician manufactures the dynamically measured orthotics and knows exactly what material is needed, adapted to your situation.
Custom orthotics
Our experts first determine your unique foot profile using scientific and advanced footscan® technology. We measure sports insoles dynamically rather than statically. After all, a body is not made to be fixed, but rather to move.
2 types of orthotics
Based on your unique foot profile, body weight, complaints, needs, and purpose (sports, work, or everyday use), you can choose between two types of sports insoles.
- D3D (EVA sports insoles)
- Phits (3D printed)
Did you know… our sister company RSSCAN (developer of footscan®) teamed up with Materialise (expert in 3D printing) to develop the Phits insoles?
Cost price
The price of your athletic insoles depends on the type of athletic insole:
- D3D (EVA sports insole): €129
- Phits (3D printed): €169.
Manufacture and service after purchase
After we have accurately measured your foot profile, we will start working on your custom sports insoles. For both the D3D sports insoles and the Phits 3D sports insoles, we estimate approximately 2 to 3 weeks to complete them.
It is best to break in new athletic insoles gradually so that your feet can get used to the new support. After a 2 to 4 week run-in period, do the soles still not feel 100% right? No problem! Our experts are still available to further adjust the sports insoles where necessary. Make another appointment and we’ll review the problem.
Make your appointment online
To accurately measure and custom-make your sports insoles, a one-on-one consultation is essential. That is why our experts always work by appointment (+/- 30 min).
Do you already have athletic insoles? Be sure to bring them with you, along with the shoes you currently wear with them.
Do you need new shoes? It is best to wait to buy them until your athletic insoles are ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a prescription to have sports insoles made at Runners' Lab?
Children need a prescription from a doctor or specialist, but this is not required for adults.
Why this distinction? Children’s feet are still developing. At birth, children usually have flat feet and a slight valgus position. With growth and further development, cavity formation occurs naturally and stability also improves. Therefore, we no longer correct from infancy. At Runners’ Lab, we believe that feet should develop naturally. Only when there are actual complaints or when a doctor specifically recommends sports insoles do we intervene in that natural development.
Can I only have athletic insoles measured at Runners' Lab that are intended for running?
No. We make sports insoles for both everyday use and sports. Nor are we limited only to runners or walkers. At Runners’ Lab, we can make sports insoles for virtually any sport that requires shoes. Cyclists, basketball players, soccer players and even skiers are welcome to join us.
How much does it cost to make and measure sports insoles?
The price of arch supports depends on the type of sports arch support you have made. D3D sports arch supports cost €129. Phits sports arch supports cost €169.
Do I need to make an appointment at Runners' Lab for sports insoles?
Yes. For sports insoles, we prefer to work by appointment, as there is not an expert available every day in every branch to measure sports insoles. With an appointment, you can be sure that someone with the right knowledge will be able to help you and you won’t have to wait. You do not need to make an appointment to pick up your sports insoles. As soon as you receive an email stating that your sports insoles are ready, you can pick them up during opening hours.
What should I do if I need new shoes as well as sports insoles?
If you also need (new) shoes, it is advisable to have your sports insoles made first and wait until they are ready before purchasing new shoes. This way, the insoles can be fully tailored to your personal foot profile and we can recommend the most suitable running or active walking shoes to combine with your new sports insoles.
What should I bring when I have an appointment at Runners' lab for orthotics?
Be sure to bring the shoes in which you want to wear the sports insoles. These can be running, walking, work or everyday shoes. Are you currently wearing athletic insoles, or have you worn them in the past? Be sure to bring these as well.
How are athletic insoles measured at Runners' Lab?
At Runners’ Lab, sports insoles are dynamically measured using our advanced footscan® technology. You will be asked to walk and/or run barefoot over the pressure plate, depending on the intended use of the sports insoles.
Can I choose the color of my sports insoles?
No. The color of the sports insole depends on the firmness and density of the material. The expert who makes the sports insole will determine this based on weight, load, application, and use. The type of sports insole (D3D or Phits) can sometimes be chosen in consultation.
What should I bring with me when I come to pick up my sports insoles?
When picking up your sports insoles, it is best to bring the shoes in which the sports insoles will be used. The sports insoles can then be fitted into the shoes immediately and adjusted slightly if necessary.
Can I use my sports insoles for sports and everyday use?
It can be done, but it is not ideal. If it is for continuous use, we recommend having one pair made for daily use and one pair for sport activities. The load in daily activities may be different from the load during exercise, so the support must also be different. It is also less obvious to make a sports insole that fits perfectly in both your everyday shoes and your running shoes. Yet a third important reason is hygiene. If you have just exercised with your athletic insoles, it is not always hygienic to wear them immediately afterwards in your everyday shoes.
Is it normal for new athletic insoles to feel uncomfortable and cause blisters?
Yes, not for everyone but it happens regularly. Your body is not used to that extra support. So you have to go through a transition period during which (for some) blisters unfortunately cannot always be avoided. Do the sports insoles still feel uncomfortable after a few weeks? Feel free to make a new appointment so that we can adjust the sports insoles (free of charge) if necessary.
Hoe moet ik mijn sportsteunzolen onderhouden? Can I put these in the washing machine?
No. As with running shoes, putting them in the dryer or washing machine is strongly discouraged. Use only some lukewarm water and a brush to clean them. Also, do not place them on a heat source to dry them, as they may deform. Let them ventilate well after use and remove them from your shoes, especially if they are wet. If necessary, you can use a maintenance product. Also, wear good socks for better hygiene.
