Running Physiotherapy in Mornington
Strength-led running physio for trail runners, Hyrox athletes, marathoners and anyone who wants to run without getting hurt.
Running niggles are rarely just bad luck
Whether you’re building towards Two Bays, a marathon or your first Hyrox or you just want to get through the week’s runs without a sore knee, the same thing applies: running injuries usually come down to how your body handles the load, not running itself. We watch how you run, test your strength and mobility and look at your training, then fix what’s driving the pain so you can keep building.
Every session is one-on-one with Yannick, a Doctor of Physiotherapy with a background in strength and conditioning. No GP referral needed.
One-on-one sessions, open 7 days
WorkCover welcome. Health fund rebates on the spot.
Your running assessment
A detailed picture of how your body moves and what’s contributing to pain, limiting your performance or both.
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Your training and goals
We start with a conversation about your training history, your goals and what's been getting in the way.
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How you run
We watch how you actually run: your gait, load patterns and movement efficiency.
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Strength and mobility
A strength and mobility assessment in our on-site gym pinpoints what's driving your injury or holding back your performance.
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Your running plan
A personalised plan that gets you back on the road and trails and keeps you there.
Not injured? You don't need to be in pain to benefit from a running assessment.
Book an assessment →Running injuries we treat
Treating the symptom isn’t treating the runner. Knee pain, shin splints, ITB syndrome and plantar fasciitis are signals from an underlying problem. Without addressing the root cause, the same injury returns, often just when you’ve found your rhythm again.
ITB Syndrome
Sharp pain on the outside of the knee that gets worse the longer you run. It usually points to weak glutes, poor hip control or a training load your body wasn't ready for.
Achilles Tendinopathy
Pain and stiffness at the back of the heel that eases as you warm up, then returns when training picks up. Rest settles it, but a structured loading program is what rebuilds the tendon.
Shin Splints
A dull ache along the inner shin that sharpens if you push through. Common when returning after a break or building mileage too quickly and almost always a load issue.
Stress Fracture
A small crack in the bone from repeated impact, most often in the shin or foot. It can start as manageable soreness, so getting the diagnosis right early makes a big difference to recovery.
Runner's Knee
An ache around or behind the kneecap that worsens with running, stairs or long periods of sitting. Your hips, glutes and feet are usually involved, not just the knee.
Plantar Fasciitis
Sharp heel pain that's typically worst with your first steps in the morning. It builds gradually and responds well to the right mix of hands-on treatment, strength work and load management.
Muscle Pull
A strain in the hamstring, calf or hip flexor, usually during speed work, hills or when fatigue changes your form. How it's managed in the first few days shapes how well it recovers.
Ankle Sprain
Stretched or torn ligaments, often from rolling the ankle on uneven ground or trails. Left unmanaged, it can lead to ongoing weakness and a higher chance of rolling it again.
Strength-led, so you can go further and faster
We don’t stop at recovery. For runners who want to go further and faster, we work on running economy, movement quality and building the strength your body needs to match your training demands.
Our on-site gym and access to Train 247 mean your rehab includes real strength work, not just resistance bands. Once you’re back, our Strength & Conditioning program helps you keep building.
Yannick Chani
Doctor of Physiotherapy. Strength and conditioning experience with Richmond (VFL), Sandringham Zebras, Uni Blues and St Kilda Southern Saints.
Meet Yannick →Frequently asked questions
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on whether you’re coming in for injury recovery or performance work. Many runners notice progress within the first few sessions and we’ll give you a realistic timeline at your first appointment.
I'm not injured, can you still help me run better?
Yes. A significant part of what we do is performance-focused. Improving running economy, addressing movement inefficiencies and building the strength that lets you train harder with less breakdown. You don’t need to be in pain to benefit from a running assessment.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly with us at any time.
Is physiotherapy covered by private health insurance?
Most private health extras cover physiotherapy. Call us and we’ll help you work out what you can claim.
How is Peak Motion different from a general physio?
We take a strength-led approach. We look at how you move, how your body responds to training load and what’s driving the problem, then build a plan around you. Every runner gets a program built specifically for their body, goals and training.
Looking for something else?
Ready to run better?
Book a running assessment and find out exactly what’s holding you back.