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Chi Running: A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-free Running (Paperback)

by Danny Dreyer (Author), Katherine Dreyer (Author)

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Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd; illustrated edition edition (19 April 2004)
Language English
ISBN-10: 074325144X
ISBN-13: 978-0743251440
Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.5 x 1.8 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

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Toby Tanserauthor of "Train Hard, Win Easy"The most exciting and revolutionary book to hit the running community this decade.

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Even the most minor of injuries can sideline a runner from being active for an extended period of time; some are even determined to run through the pain and risk injuring themselves further. Danny Dreyer's technique, ChiRunning, can help prevent these injuries and promote the ability to run faster, farther, and with less effort at any age. ChiRunning employs the deep power reserves in the core muscles of the trunk, an approach that evolved out of such disciplines as yoga, Pilates, and t'ai chi. Dreyer's training principles are broken down step-by-step to accommodate all levels of runners.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Not Your "Run" of the Mill Running Book, 26 Sep 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 Highly recommended book, 6 Jul 2006

By	Torben Breindahl (Denmark) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I read many books about running and this is the first I have encountered that seriously discusses running posture / style and the biomechanics of running from a practical viewpoint. Don't be scared by the title "Chi Running" - there is nothing supernatural about these techniques - in fact it is as natural as it can be! However, we need to re-learn HOW to run (like we did when we were kids!) - in an effortless way, free of injuries. Danny Dreyer guides you through a system where you use the core (and core muscles) in a more effective way through a forward body lean. The idea of effective body movement through the use of core muscles is also found in Terry Laughlin: "Total immersion" - a guide on swimming.
I won't go into more detail here - I will leave that to the author of "Chi Running"!

The book is filled with additional information on running, but the instruction on the running posture is what makes it so special and worth studying. I try to put the instructions into practise, step by step, and I feel it's working. My speed has improved and I am much more aware of keeping a proper technique through the races, which makes running long distances more enjoyable.

The instructor in my gym (professional sport instructor) borrowed the book and started running again after a long break - now he is free from previous injuries that prevented him from running.

For those of us who don't have a Chi-running instructor nearby, the video instruction is necessary. It should be included with the book.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Have to admit this works, 5 Feb 2009

By	Stuart Durrant (Berkshire England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I'll admit I'm sceptical by nature. I bought this knowing a fair bit about tai chi and martial arts but nothing about running. The style of the first three chapters are a bit cheesy New Age/American - but essentially I know what he is getting at.

The technique discussed is excellent - I was amazed at my improvement. I was able to cover longer distances without even getting out of breath. I am sure I haven't mastered it all yet but I genuinely improved my running after taking on the basics. Surpisingly highly recommended.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A really helpful running guide
This is a really helpful and interesting book that has helped me modify my running style to be more efficient, effective and fun. Read more

Published 1 month ago by G. IAN

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book on running technique
Don't be put off by the mention of 'Chi', this is a really practical manual full of clear descriptions, photos and exercises to improve your running form. Read more

Published 1 month ago by A reader

5.0 out of 5 stars The way forward
This book is the way forward for more enjoyable, relaxed running. I bought it a few years back for my sister and only now trying to apply some of the techniques myself. Read more

Published 5 months ago by Dr. N. Nelson

4.0 out of 5 stars it works...!
The book's philosophy & bio-mechanics have totally cured my tendency to back and knee strain.
I'm now running further, faster and with less effort than ever before... Read more

Published 6 months ago by numpty

2.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
In most sport, there is a big emphasis on technique, and despite being a member of a running club for several years, nobody has ever mentioned that I might be running incorrectly... Read more

Published 6 months ago by Craig A. Partridge

5.0 out of 5 stars Chirunning
excellent service, prompt delivery, book was interesting but will take time to adapt your running.

Published 7 months ago by A. J. Mcleish

5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal
This is a fantastic book. After practicing the principles, i found that my running time improved significantly but more importantly I hav'nt been plagued by the painful injuries i... Read more

Published 24 months ago by PureSymmetry

5.0 out of 5 stars This seems to really work
I read the first half of the book while on a sports holiday, borrowed from a friend.

I applied a few of the principles explained in the book each afternoon finishing... Read more

Published 24 months ago by Tzctlpc

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
As a 30-something trying to get fit again, I was scared to run again due to problems with my knees. Before I read this book, running had become laboured and every so often one of... Read more

Published on 21 Aug 2007 by S. Leonard

5.0 out of 5 stars Chi Running
a well written book that took me back to the real basics of running and started me again from scratch.
this works in fact i will say that again "this works". Read more

Published on 30 May 2007 by D. W. Piper

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