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It's good to have you along for Episode 67 of the podcast. I really do appreciate you joining me for this show. We cover several subjects today, most about life in general, including:
What the area is like where I live
The beginning of fall that feels like summer
A few minor aches and pains, but nothing too serious
Survey results (hint: the 5K is not the race most people are gearing up for this fall)
Are you interested in doing a podcast? Let me know and I will share what I know. It's not much, but I will be glad to help. We discuss it a bit in this episode.
The bulk of our time, however is spent discussing the new Garmin Forerunner 110. I finally had to do something after my GPS died :( My review is mixed, but I think overall the device will work out nicely.
I look forward to sharing this episode and welcome you along. And as always,
Welcome to Episode 66 of the podcast; I'm glad you have joined me for this run. This run is largely unscripted (as far as the audio), so sit back--or better yet, run--with me as we go on this one together.
We cover a couple of emails received recently and also give information about how to download some great, free music from the sources we use for the show. To do that, click on the links below for the music from this episode. From there, feel free to browse and build your own library of tunes. It's easy, full of quality content and free.
Towards the end of the podcast, we talk about the importance of not freaking out about life. While I know that many people are struggling with economic issues--and other things as well--a good attitude and positive outlook can't hurt and will probably help. I'm not talking about Pollyanna, but simply trying to take things in stride and with a healthy perspective. All of this is the result of my faithful GPS watch finally crashing--or at least it seems that's the case. But, no worries!
I hope this episode finds your running going well and your life going as smoothly as possible in this crazy, busy business we call "life." I wish you the best and as always,
The picture above looks a lot like "Tigger" and some unfortunate goldfish. While we are not talking about goldfish in Episode 65, we do give an update on the aquarium shenanigans. While I won't bore you for long with that information, we do share what is happening with the addition of fish to the mix. Unfortunately, we have lost a couple, but do have a handle now on what has gone wrong. Actually, a lot has gone right with the aquarium as well.
I am not running the Cannonball half this year, but plan to do the Run to Victory race instead in Randleman. It is also a 1/2. I hope to break 1:40 and think I have time to prepare for just that in time for the December 12th race. We will keep you posted.
The bulk of this show is about the benefits of running. Included in our discussion on the road:
Winning the battle of the bulge
Preventing muscle and bone loss
Fighting disease
Maintaining and improving our general health
Getting confidence
Relieving stress
Runner's High
Training our minds
Improving coordination
Versatility
If you are new to running, be sure and check with your doctor before beginning a program of exercise. Once you get the hang of it, however, you will be hooked.
Please send me your latest race report, photos, audio files and the like. I love hearing from you, the listener and want to highlight your information on the blog and an upcoming episode. Gotta run, but as always,
Welcome to this summary of Chi Running, the fifth and final installment in the series, Episode 64. We begin on a lighter note: my birthday! A recent party involved everything nautical. As I share in the episode, forward any information on freshwater rod and reel fishing and your experiences with a tropical aquarium if you have them. After updating you on what's been going on in my life--besides running--we get into the meat of this show: Chi Running basics with David Stetanski. His link is in the links section and also included here. It would be beneficial to both view and listen to the video above; I share the audio only in the podcast itself. It is a great explanation of the basic mechanics and benefits of Chi Running. Thanks David for the information.
One of my favorite running podcasts, "The Running Podcast" hosted by Coach Jeff Smith from Australia is also highlighted. I share a recent audio clip that Jeff was gracious enough to send in response to my desire to hear his take on this whole Chi Running concept. As always, Jeff brings us to a point of great perspective, something that is always needed in running--and life. Thanks Coach Jeff. Keep up the great work on the podcasts.
Finally, we close the show with a couple of listener comments from Bill, aka "Big Bill Runner" (always good to hear from you Bill) and Jeff of the "Run2feelyoung" blog. Kudos to you as well Jeff; good luck on your 10-mile race.
Why not take a minute and drop me an email at the "email me" button? Send me a photo, race report, audio file of whatever is on your mind, or a combination of some sort of the things just mentioned. I promise to include your correspondence in an upcoming episode and here at the blog if appropriate. Also, comments on the show at iTunes are always welcome. Thanks for listening, and as always,
Thanks for stopping by for Episode 63. As the above clearly implies, this one is about strengthening the muscles used most in Chi Running: the core. Be sure and check out the links above for the exercises. They will make a difference in the way you run.
I have been asked lately as well about me. While I do not really like to say very much about myself, I do oblige those asking by sharing some of my background just a bit. In return, I would like to know something about you. Send me an email, or connect on Twitter. Simply follow the links on this page.
We also have a couple of emails to share. Thanks to Chris and Fred for contacting me. Fred's picture appears in the listener photos to the right. Why not send me a photo along with your email or Tweet? Anyway, Fred shares the link to download audio on Chi Running. Check it out here. Thanks again Fred for the encouragement and the link.
From there, we get into discussion of the exercises. This run ended up being a bit shorter than planned, due to 85 degree temp. and tremendous humidity. But--we made it. And so will you. With that being said, let me say, as always,
Welcome to another Chi Running discussion in Episode 62. But before we get into that, we share a recent trip home to Wallace, the place I lived for most of my growing-up years. I caught up with family, ate some seafood and even literally picked up a piece of family history. Listen in for the details.
After sharing my plans for the week, we get into the issue of posture and Chi Running. The basics and benefits are simple:
Lengthen your neck.
Lengthening your neck results in greater lung capacity.
Use your rear-view mirror to reinforce this concept.
Whenever you think about it, lengthen your neck, regardless of the place/time.
It's all about defeating gravity.
I also share some information from Jeff, over at the Run2feelyoung blog. Jeff is working on breaking 4 hours for his next marathon, as am I.
Coach Jeff from way down in Australia checks in with some information on "Monster workouts." We discuss three of them from episode 12 of his show, The Running Podcast. Thanks, Jeff, for your support and information.
Finally, roadrunn3r checks in with some nice comments at iTunes. If you have not left a review, why not go over to iTunes right now and leave a quick word? I certainly appreciate it. And as always,
It's official, as the opening tag to Episode 61 states: I am now a convert to Chi Running. While it has taken me 6 weeks or so to admit it, I fully endorse this new-found method of running form. The pros are simply too great: less injury, more energy, more efficiency, and quicker recovery, just to name a few. If you have not followed the last couple of episodes related to the Chi Running concept, you might want to do so now, especially #s 57, 58 and 60. You might want to listen to those first before hearing this one.
I am at the beginning of several weeks of discussing the technique and philosophy relative to Chi Running. Danny Dreyer, author of Chi Running, and our instructor in the videos I am sharing at this blog, is the founder and "guru" of the method. Check out his website at ChiRunning.com.
This episode covers how to correct overpronation--and supination as well for that matter. We discuss in some detail:
How running with our feet pointed at an angle creates tension in the knees and hips, thus producing problems. This is the basic problem with pronation.
The importance of running with the whole leg pointed straight ahead, not just the feet.
The necessity of balancing the feet, virtually eliminating pronation at the source.
How to level the pelvis.
The art of balancing our feet.
After the discussion, we also throw in an update on my most recent venture: Jalapeno Jelly. It is not as firm as I'd hoped, but very good, none-the-less. We close with some emails from listeners. Thanks for the feedback.
While you're here, why not click the "email me" button and send me a photo to post at this blog with the other 20MR podcast listeners. I would love to have a snapshot of you, whether you're running or not. Be sure and include your name and where you run.
Finally, please share the podcast/blog information with your running friends. New listeners are coming on weekly; I'd appreciate your help in getting the word out, especially for others who may be experimenting with the Chi Running method.
Are the podcasts helping you? Let me know. Is the discussion of Chi Running helping you to run more efficiently and with less injury? I want to hear from you. I will be glad to share your feedback in an upcoming episode. So, be sure and practice your Chi, and as always,
When sending email, please include your first name, city/state or country. Your email may be shared on a podcast. Also, feel free to send me a short mp3 or wav audio file. I might play it during a podcast. Your comments are always welcome.
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