BALANCED N MOTION

Running Without Your Legs

As a Certified Chi Running Instructor I sometimes get asked how it is possible to run without using legs for propulsion. The answer lies in the balanced lean that is held in place by our core muscles engagement. Attached are four great exercises to help develop strong core muscles for minimal leg usage.

Four core strengthening exercises to improve your running.

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What does the midfoot landing get you? Do you know when your foot makes first contact with the ground while you’re running? Most runners do not pay attention to how they run until they start experiencing discomfort. If you’re a conventional runner, chances are you are pushing off with your toes and throwing your leg […]
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Most runners at some time will experience an injury or illness whether from running or simply living on this earth. Depending on how you choose to do deal with the setback it just might make you a better runner when you do return to running. There are things you could work on that would improve […]
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For an introduction to learn more about Chi Running watch the following video. Click the link here: What is Chi Running?