Hi folks,
I’m still working on optimal running style for those at risk of AAA-stent displacement, and I am slowly evolving to use a combination of:
(a) the Feldenkrais-based methods described by Jack Heggie in his excellent book, ‘Running With The Whole Body.’
'Running With The Whole Body'
This book reveals many things about running, most notably the power of the mind over the body.
(b) Chi Running that I have studied for several years, using a combination of the video and the book which cost me only $60, and I continue to find extremely valuable. I met Danny Dreyer briefly at the Shut-In Ridge Run that my son Nigel was running. Danny, who seemed to have finished this course in about 4 hours, was just like in the video - seemed like a really nice, unassuming guy. Might take one of his courses one day?
(c) And more recently, Barefoot Running, which was inspired by the book Born to Run. This is an interesting adventure, which is best approached with the philosophy of The Three Minute Meditator by David Harp, another one of my favorite books that contains great life lessons that work for me. The recent book by Michael Sandler contains lots of interesting exercises related to barefoot running, and is worth a read. There is, however, a lot of controversy around barefoot running that I think I will discuss at greater length tomorrow, as I have definite observations on the issue. There is no doubt that running barefoot on grass awakens your feet, but any major change must be approached gradually, carefully, and with intelligence.
OK! Got to go swim.
-k @FitOldDog
Important Note: These posts do not provide medical advice. You should always consult your physician before undertaking or significantly modifying an exercise program.
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