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hiRunning and ChiWalk- even prevent injury while we contin-
ing combine modern ue to enjoy the physical and emo-
scientific research tional health benefits of running and
with ancient Eastern walking? ChiRunning and ChiWalking
Cphilosophies of T'ai Chi. may hold an ancient key to unlocking
According to researchers of exercise the answers to our athletic ailments.
science at Duke University, ChiRun- Yoga, Pilates and T'ai Chi are the
ning and ChiWalking are quickly base techniques behind ChiRunning.
becoming a popular exercise choice ChiRunning focuses on core strength,
for runners and walkers alike. mind-body connection and improving
Injury is always an issue among long-term performance and well-be-
both running and walking enthusiasts. ing. Certified ChiRunning coach, Julie
From a young age, we are taught Morvant, emphasizes that ChiRun-
specific running or walking form and ning will indeed improve long-term
posture by our coaches, friends and running performance while keeping
physical education teachers. both the mind and the body strong
Do you remember being coached and healthy. ChiWalking encourages partic-
to run by striking from heel to toe Human resources at Duke ipants to use good posture, loose
with high posture and light hands? University say, “Additional benefits of joints, engaging one's core muscles
Growing up, running 101 was in- ChiRunning include helping reduce and relaxing the peripheral muscles
grained into our heads to become or eliminate: shin splints, IT band of the arms and legs.” As a fitness
faster, achieve fitness or athletic goals syndrome, hamstring injury, plantar professional, life-long runner, trainer,
and prevent injury. fasciitis, hip problems, knee injury.” yoga teacher and Les Mills group
Unfortunately, as adults, past Researchers say, “The technique and fitness instructor, I have past injuries
ailments and injuries on the track, trail theory behind ChiWalking is very from “over-training.” I can’t wait to
or road haunt us and eventually resur- similar to that of ChiRunning, but with use the techniques of ChiRunning
face. Could there be a way to heal or a few differences. for my next training adventure.

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