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5.0 out of 5 stars Not Your "Run" of the Mill Running Book, Sep 19 2008

By	graham78 - See all my reviews

What an interesting running book! Buy this book if you:

-would like to be able to run well into your old age
-would like to improve your running form and have fewer injuries
-would like to have a more philosophical approach to your running
-would like to increase your overall health

Here's how the book roughly pans out:

-Chapter 1: compares power running to ChiRunning
-Chapter 2: goes into the 5 principles upon which TaiChi and ChiRunning are based
-Chapter 3: gets into the "inner" skills of ChiRunning

As you can see, the first 3 chapters lay out the philosopical foundation- that's so when you get to the specific techniques, they make sense.

Chaper 4: learn about the ChiRunning "focuses"- which are the specific physical and mental methods used to run more efficiently.

Chapters 5-9: covers program development, peak performance training and diet. Note: Chapter 7 also covers some info on common injuries such as muscle cramps, plantar fasciitis (also rec. The 5-Minute Plantar Fasciitis Solution for more info on this), heel cord problems.

Chapter 10: how to incorporate the ChiRunning principles into your everyday life

As you can tell, ChiRunning, with its mind-body approach, is far from your typical book on running- and shouldn't be missed by any serious runner. Happy trails.

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5.0 out of 5 stars World of Difference! A Testimonial, Jun 2 2004

By	Timothy Wittman (Guemes Island, Washington) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I recently purchased the book "Chi-Running" while in Boston to run the marathon. What a difference it has made in my world! Following Boston, I completed the 8 mile run of a team event in our area called "Ski-to-Sea." There are 8 member teams consisting of skiing (cross country & downhill), running,canoeing, biking (road and mountain biking), and kayaking. The run portion is an 8 mile run from the base ski area near the top of Mt. Baker, in Washington state, to the Dept of Transportation center, near the bottom.
The entire 8 mile downhill course consists of a grade of about 3 - 5%. I was envisioning total quad damage, shin splints, and other aches and pains. Fortunately, the night before I ran, I skipped ahead in the book and read the section about techiques for running down hill. To make a long story short, I ran the 8 mile course in 56:07 (not bad for age 51)and have experienced little, if any, residual aches and pains. These techniques really work! Chi Running is a highly effective program for running (not to mention a nice philosophy of life and living!). Sincerely, Dr. Tim Wittman, School Psychologist, NCSP.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Running Injury free - first time in years, Feb 19 2008

By	Paul Fisher (Barrie, ON Canada) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

When I started training for marathons I was continually injured with tight hamstrings, calves, and hip flexor tightness. I discovered that I had poor running form and started researching running techniques. I heard on Sirius Radio "The Fitness Guru" show about this book. After ordering it and reading it, I can say that it has revitalized my running. My trips to the chiropractor are down to maintenance once per month, from weekly appointments. I am running better, stronger, and injury free and after all, isn't that what we are all trying to do. Great book!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!
This book is the best book on the market that I have read. It is more than a book though as it takes you through a step by step process. Read more

Published on May 23 2004 by Derek

5.0 out of 5 stars Danny's Methods Gave Me Back My Running Life
Ignore the one negative review. This book is a brilliant print presentation of Danny's methods which are revolutionary. Read more

Published on May 7 2004 by Jerry L Fletcher

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for runners of any level
This is one of the most refreshing books of the subject of running I have ever read. I heard the author speak on CNN and was very intrigued by his technical and philosophical... Read more

Published on April 30 2004 by Dan Lewis

5.0 out of 5 stars I am the suspicious writer
I am the suspicious writer, yes, a long time friend of Katherine Bergin, now Dreyer, but I've never met Danny. Read more

Published on April 28 2004 by sallysallyso

5.0 out of 5 stars ChiRunning techniques work. Full stop.
I have taken the author's ChiRunning workshop (which was outstanding), and this book details everything he talked about in the workshop, and a lot more on top of that -- plus, I... Read more

Published on April 16 2004 by R. McCarty

5.0 out of 5 stars Rediscovered the joy of running
I had given up running years ago, because of the pounding, and pain to my joints that it had caused. Read more

Published on April 9 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars unbiased because i don't know anyone related to the book
I started running to get in shape about six months ago. I have struggled with many reoccuring knee troubles, hip troubles, etc. Read more

Published on April 9 2004

2.0 out of 5 stars If you want straight biomechanical and physiological advice.
...then get Programmed to Run by Miller or Efficient Running by Cady. One has a PhD in exercise science and the other has a Master's degree in physical therapy. Read more

Published on April 9 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars No pain, lots of gain
I bought this book because my wife does tai chi, and I'm a runner. For three years I've run 20 miles a week, with lots of knee pain, so that I always had to ice my knees after a... Read more

Published on April 8 2004 by Todd A. Diacon

3.0 out of 5 stars Questionable reviewers!
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All are from CT. Katherine Dreyer is the authors wife and co-author.The two reviews from Stamford are phrased very similarly. Read more

Published on April 7 2004

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