A Runner’s Alphabet—E Is for Ease
E is for ease. Running can be hard work, especially a long run. But you can find ease in running—if you know where and how to look. If you need to slow down a bit to get this, that’s perfectly … Continue reading →
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A Runner’s Alphabet—D Is for Dynamic
D is for dynamic. Running is dynamic! As you move along, your body responds dynamically: Your heart rate increases Your body rotates around the central axis of your spine Your breathing automatically adapts to your pace You settle into … Continue reading →
A Runner’s Alphabet—C Is for Confidence
C is for confidence. Running well can be a huge boost to your self-confidence. We all like being able to do something well, something that we maybe didn’t think was possible for us. But confidence doesn’t suddenly appear by magic. … Continue reading →
A Runner’s Alphabet—A Is for Awareness
I’ve decided to close out this year and celebrate the holidays by doing a daily series of short blogs, one for every letter of the alphabet. Most probably will be about running, but others maybe not so much. Here goes: … Continue reading →
What We Leave Behind
This isn’t a blog about running or about F. M. Alexander (although I’ll write more about him soon). I think it’s about people and the meanings of what they leave behind. It’s been a while since I’ve posted because I … Continue reading →
Not Your Typical Running Coach
The photo of this rather old-fashioned-looking man was taken probably when he was in his sixties. Notice how poised and upright he is and the liveliness in his eyes. He looks calm and composed, but he could move easily at … Continue reading →
Hot Enough for You?
I’ll say this up front: I hate, hate, HATE running in hot weather! I hate the heat, I hate the humidity, I hate everything about it. New York City in July is all heat and humidity, so it really cramps … Continue reading →
Finding Your Inner Fish
After recovering (at last!) from rotator-cuff surgery on both shoulders, I recently began swimming after a two-year absence from the pool. Swimming at least halfway decently is one of the best ways to build upper-body strength. And for me it … Continue reading →
The Doctor Says You Can Run Again. Now What? Part 5
Part 5: How to Be Your Own Superhero on Those Hills Right now, everyone is talking about the new Wonder Woman movie, the first blockbuster to feature a female superhero. But what does being a superhero have to do with … Continue reading →
The Doctor Says You Can Run Again. Now What? Part 4
Part 4: Allow Yourself to Have Moments of Wonder This morning, I went for my usual run-walk. It went pretty well, and I was happy to notice that I’m definitely feeling stronger and building up more endurance. I was doing … Continue reading →