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Orthotics: Should You Be Using Them

In Brian Lange’s article Orthotics or Not, Should You Be Using Them, he brings up some interesting points when you are considering orthotics for running.  He indicates, “Orthotics will make you a more efficient runner and lower the risks of … Continue reading

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Running on Snow in the Northwest

When it snows in Western Washington, city dwellers are simultaneously awed and apprehensive about the snow conditions.  We are fearful because we don’t have consistent practice traveling on it whether we are on foot or driving.  We are awed because it … Continue reading

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The Hour Preceding the November 2004 Seattle Half-Marthon

I left home by car extra early to avoid traffic, to find excellent parking and to leave some cushion for any unanticipated events along the way.  This strategy paid off as I made good time as thousands of people were … Continue reading

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Rate of Perceived Exertion

Rate of perceived exertion  is defined as “how hard you feel your body is working”.  It is based on your subjective perception of how hard YOU feel you are working (breathing, fatigue, sweating).  The subjective score has been found to correlate … Continue reading

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Cooperating with the Force of Gravity

Usually people associate gravity with holding them back and working against them.  In truth, we can actually cooperate with this natural force to our advantage.   The techniques used in ChiWalking and ChiRunning  teach us to lean slightly in specific ways and … Continue reading

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