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"Runeasi began as a PhD project focused on pure science. But when practitioners challenged us, we evolved Runeasi into something practical, reliable, and truly useful for the clinic." That is the story of our founders Kurt Schutte, PhD & Tim Op De Beéck, who started their PhD journey in 2013 at KU Leuven Institute of Sports Science (LISS). Kurt immersed himself in biomechanics, driven by a desire to measure running gait outside the lab with university-grade precision. Tim brought his computer science expertise, combining biomechanics with artificial intelligence to pioneer wearable technology. Together, they developed a wearable accelerometer that provides accurate insights on running gait, injury prevention, and fatigue—well beyond the lab environment. However, it wasn’t until they engaged closely with physiotherapists and clinic owners that they recognized the true need: a tool that is scientifically robust yet easy to use within real clinical workflows. Fueled by this vital feedback, Kurt and Tim decided to take their scientific tool to the next level. They refined their setup into a platform designed exclusively for health professionals. After a few years of work, Runeasi was born: easy-to-use wearable running gait analysis software that maintains the gold standard of science without commercial distractions. This dedication continues to keep Runeasi founder-led and deeply connected to clinicians’ needs today. Kurt, Tim, and the entire Runeasi team put their heart and soul into every belt—crafted in our atelier in Belgium and thoroughly tested before shipping to ensure the highest quality and gold standard performance.