Taking up running?

[indysteel]

When I was really pounding it was hard for me to run slow, too. For me, learning to run slowly was all about form. YMMV.

Oak, I could probably answer this via the search function, but did you take a Chi Running workshop or learn from the book and/or video?

[OakLeaf]

Oak, I could probably answer this via the search function, but did you take a Chi Running workshop or learn from the book and/or video?

I took workshops. But that's my learning style. It's really hard for me to learn physical skills from books - videos are somewhat easier for me, but I learn physical skills best in a hands-on, interactive setting. I know plenty of people who've done very well with the book and/or DVD.



And, +1 on the dangers of overstriding. One easy check is, WITHOUT bending at the waist, you shouldn't be able to see your toes while you're running. You can open up your stride behind you as much as your flexibility and core strength will allow, but you don't want your feet to land ahead of your center of gravity.

[indysteel]

That's my learning style, too, Oak. I looked at the schedule yesterday and if memory serves, most if the seminars anywhere near Indy were late summer or early fall, and I don't think I can make it work with our schedule. Maybe I can find something later in the year. I'm only a part time runner, but I think I could benefit from a class. I so want to enjoy running more than I do, even if never end up running long distances.

[GLC1968]

That's my learning style, too, Oak. I looked at the schedule yesterday and if memory serves, most if the seminars anywhere near Indy were late summer or early fall, and I don't think I can make it work with our schedule. Maybe I can find something later in the year. I'm only a part time runner, but I think I could benefit from a class. I so want to enjoy running more than I do, even if never end up running long distances.

A class will definitely help. I took my husband to one and he actually *likes* running now (assuming it's with me...he hates to run alone). Two of my friends here also took the same class a few weeks later and they both got a ton out of it. And none of these people are 'serious' runners...just people who wanted to enjoy it more and injury free.

[Catrin]

The hip flexor appears to be all better now I did a little running at the gym the other day and all was fine. I focused on not stretching out my stride and running at a more moderate, even pace. Only ran 300 meters at a time, walked 100 meters, ran 100 meters, then did other things before running again. I did this twice.

Riding is more important right now than running, but it was good to see that I was able to do it