"Our bodies communicate to us clearly and specifically,
if we are willing to listen to them."
—Shakti Gawain
Dear Friends,
We are pleased to announce our new Intermediate Pain-Free Marathon Training program - a 20-week program for those of you who have run marathons and would like to improve your skills for improved performance and recovery.
You don’t need to know ChiRunning, as the first phase of the Five Phase program concentrates on developing and/or deepening your ChiRunning skills. You’ll find that success does not come from pushing harder, but from intelligent movement that is sustainable for a lifetime of running.
Learn more about the Pain-Free Beginner and Intermediate Marathon programs »
Danny thoroughly enjoyed his most recent workshop in Denver, Colorado. He was joined by Master Instructor Mary Lindahl and eight Instructors and Instructor Candidates. The ChiRunning Certification program continues to grow and expand. Our instructor workshops are virtually sold out for this year so we are planning 4 more in 2010: March in Florida, June in Amsterdam, May or June in Chicago and Sept. or Oct. in Boston. You can get started with the Home Study program today.
Learn more about our ChiRunning Instructor Certification Program »
Danny and ChiRunning Instructors in Denver this past weekend
This month’s article is about energy management: Gathering and Issuing. You’ll learn to take in and store energy while running and to issue it at key times during your workouts, improving each run with these focuses.
A note of thanks: Our great customers make it easier for us to keep great staff. We all talk about how lucky we are to meet and talk to so many wonderful people because of ChiRunning and ChiWalking.
Many blessings to you for your support and great energy!
Katherine, Danny and the ChiLiving Team
August's Article
Gathering and Issuing:
Energy management for distance running and walking
I’d like to introduce a principle of T’ai Chi that is not mentioned in either the ChiRunning or ChiWalking books. The principle is called Gathering and Issuing. This principle, or "law," provides the underpinnings of energy management which is different from energy efficiency, because it governs how you manage your expenditure of energy when you’re doing ChiRunning or ChiWalking. Rest, renewal, recuperation and rejuvenation are all great themes, but most people think of these as something that occurs after their workout. But how can you rejuvenate in the midst of your workout? Continue reading this article »
Dreams in Action Running Camp
 Death Valley Oct 14-18
This is a rare opportunity to learn from experts Marshall, Ray, Bart, Andy, and of course, our very own Danny Dreyer, all in beautiful Death Valley, CA. Click here to learn more »
August's Recipe
Baked Summer Squash
From Annie Perkinson of Flying Cloud Farm, NC
Summer squash is a very versatile and easy vegetable. It can be cooked with no need to peel. You can grill it, baste with oil or marinade, it’s great for shish kabobs, a simple casserole, roast it — it’s good! Try the recipe below for a great summer dish.
Read this recipe here >>
CHiRunning Testimonial
Here’s a testimonial from Brian B., who was able to reinstate his daily running routine using the ChiRunning technique.
 I bought your book (ChiRunning) about a month ago after reading many many positive reviews online. I had been searching for something to help me get past the constant foot pain and minor injuries that have kept cropping up over the last six years so that I could once again become a daily runner like I was 12 years ago.
Read more >>
2009 ChiRunning Instructor Training Programs
Love ChiRunning and ChiWalking? Can’t wait to tell people about it? In 2009, you have a chance to learn how to teach these methods to others!
Spots Still Available for San Diego (Nov. 5-8).
Attention: New York (Oct. 1-4) is SOLD OUT!
Congratulations to those who have already registered. We're looking forward to working with you.
Please click here to see the 2009 training dates and learn more about the Instructor Training process.
Danny’s Blog
 Visit Danny’s blog to read his expert advice on injury-free running and walking, energy, T’ai Chi principles, marathon training, painful calves and more. Here’s an excerpt from Danny’s most recent post:
Update on my trail race training
"Thought I’d fill you in on my training progress for the National 10k Trail Championships. I’ve got just over a month left to train and I’ve just finished my conditioning phase which meant lots of slow aerobic distance running (mostly 1-hour runs at a comfortable pace ... 120-125 heart rate)." Click here to read more >>
ChiRunning Training Blog
 Visit Liz Frost’s ChiRunning Training Blog. Liz is our Operations Director and has never loved running, but late last summer, took on the challenge of training for her first half marathon (Houston, Jan 18, 2009). She trained for 5 months and had great success!
Come visit Liz’s blog where you can learn from her experience and find out how ChiRunning can help you reach your goals.
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