October 30, 2007
WE SEE AND FEEL ONLY WHAT WE KNOW AND UNDERSTAND
When it comes to technique and training, it is very common for novice runners or athletes in general to believe that what they think they see is what is really happening. Do we see things as they really are? Or do we only see what we know and understand? When a person in a position of influence speaks - people listen and accept it “as is”. We "filter" lots of information that way. But in the absence of a leading opinion, we're left to decipher everything by ourselves. If we do not have knowledge of a particular subject, then our...
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October 23, 2007
5 STEPS TO BECOMING A BETTER RUNNER
Most runners always try to find ways to improve. Very often, they receive misguided advice and the time & effort go to waste. In this article, we'd like to offer you 5 simple initial steps to becoming a better runner. Adhering to these simple guidelines will eliminate half the unnecessary work commonly done as well as minimize chances of injuries. Start here to ensure your success. 1. YOU HAVE TO LEARN HOW TO RUN. The strangest anomaly of sports - while the technique in other sports is normally taught, running technique is assumed to be "natural" or "god given". That...
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October 16, 2007
PREVENTING CALF SORENESS
When first starting with the Pose Method of running, majority experience calf soreness. While it is a common occurrence, it can be prevented and avoided. Follow the guidelines below to glide through the "beginner stage" and to build a lasting foundation to provide for a great running technique. START JUMPING ROPE AS SOON AS YOU DECIDE TO LEARN POSE RUNNING. This is one single best step you can do to help yourself! Start doing the jumping rope exercise as soon as you decide, and continue on while reading and learning. Start lightly and gradually increase the duration. You can also...
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October 09, 2007
DR.ROMANOV'S SAMPLE TRAINING ROUTINE FOR RUNNERS
Runners always ask about Dr. Romanov's training routines - what's included, in what order, how many reps, etc. While all real training sessions are built around each athlete that Dr. Romanov works with and everything is suited to fit his/her particular needs and goals, there are basic guidelines that will work for everyone. For runners who are already familiar with and can execute the Pose Running Technique fairly good, Dr. Romanov recommends to follow the below described basic structure of a training session. It will help you build a solid foundation and develop good training habits. It is easier to...
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October 02, 2007
SHOES FOR BABIES
Do babies need shoes? If yes, then when and what kind? It seems to be a big hustle for parents to choose the right ones, and what is interesting that the whole hustle is about their look rather than anything else. By the time the baby makes its first steps with his beautiful little feet (at the age of 9-10 months) the sleepless mom is more concerned about the shoes as a decoration than a tool of improving his ability to walk. Do we think that this aspect doesn't mean anything for babies? Do we think that they are too...
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