Posted by Nick Constantine on Thu Apr 19th, 2012, 0 comments
This helps a lot of people who approach form analysis in a heavy handed manner. That is they would like instant or quick results after the session. The instrument analogy is a strong one because it allows the principle of practice and mastery to be understood. When you first begin playing an instrument one can feel clumsy and a little out of sorts. 'Getting it' takes time and although we would love to play fast pieces of music there is a deep understanding that practice makes perfect. Running in my mind is no different from any other skill. As you understand your instrument, alignment and breath you will get the best out of it. Even as we get older your will simply sound different.
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Posted by Nick Constantine on Thu Apr 19th, 2012, 0 comments
Unbelievably running does just that, if you allow yourself to focus on running as a process for you and not simply an outcome to be squeezed into a challenge frame of mind then you learn to be compassionate to yourself, your awareness of who you are becomes heightened and, if following a form based approach to running, then your understanding of what a moment can bring becomes clear. When I teach chi running I emphasise that I am not teaching a static fixed movement that is rigid but an awareness that the window of balance is fluid, this moves depending on the surface, gradient or just with you.
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Posted by Michelle Muldoon on Tue Apr 17th, 2012, 2 comments
Training to heart rate continues to inspire me as I work on my Chi Running form. I simply cannot wait for my next run, to experiment with how any given focus can lower my heart rate.
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Posted by Michelle Muldoon on Tue Feb 28th, 2012, 5 comments
Over the last few months, I have taken my Chi Running practise to new levels whilst running to heart rate. Since November I have consistently run easy apart from the scheduled harder sessions in an effort to develop my aerobic base. What started out as a little frustrating has become some of the most relaxed running I have ever experienced...
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Posted by Keith McConnell on Sat Feb 11th, 2012, 2 comments
How often have you heard phrases like: I’m too old to run - I’m too old to walk - I’m getting older and it’s just too hard to exercise? Aging can be a challenge – and an excuse – when it comes to doing what it takes to keep moving and to stay fit. Just when it’s most important to be active, many older people tend to reduce their activity level. Couch potatoes, or worse..."
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Posted by Laura Houston on Sun Feb 5th, 2012, 1 comments
Where do you use your Chi Running and Chi Walking focuses? I use mine in the pool - running! Years ago, before my Chi Running practice, I got a metatarsal stress fracture. I was committed to running the Hood to Coast relay, which motivated not to lose fitness, so I started pool running. I bought a float belt and started taking aqua jogging classes. I had trouble with keeping my head comfortably above the water line so I could breathe easier. It was not a fun experience and I abandoned it for the road once my foot healed.
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Posted by Keith McConnell on Fri Jan 20th, 2012, 0 comments
Working out indoors can be a great alternative to Winter running outside, but there is another option I’d like to present today, namely to add Chi Walk-Run to your running regimen.
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Posted by Michelle Muldoon on Mon Jan 9th, 2012, 2 comments
2012 is a big year for London with the Olympics being held here. It’s fair to say that most of us are pretty excited about it! I’m excited about my running too and filled with optimism for the coming year. I've had a great start to 2012 with no real setbacks since starting heart rate training in November and have continued to run more and more through Christmas and the New Year...
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Posted by Laura Houston on Tue Jan 3rd, 2012, 2 comments
Running in 2011 has been a year of learning an important lesson - gradual progress. Early in the year, I slipped on an icy bench, slamming the inside of the knee. After many months of off and on running, and guessing the injury, an MRI showed a meniscus tear and Baker's cyst. It's been two steps forward, and one step back,
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Posted by Keith McConnell on Mon Dec 12th, 2011, 1 comments
If you’re like most people, you tend to set personal goals as part of your annual New Year’s Resolutions in early January. But why wait for New Year’s – do it now! ...
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