Running Flows

* Spring Sonoma Run/Yoga Weekend Getaway, April 16-18 * Learn injury-free and energy efficient ChiRunning and ChiWalking, for all levels of runners, wannabe runners or hikers, making running or walking effortless by letting gravity do the work. Moving from your core, allowing gravity to assist your forward momentum, your legs can relax! This reduces impact and eliminates the cause of injury, helping you to run or walk more safely, for longer, feel lighter and more relaxed, ru...n or walk faster, further, and enjoy running or walking for a lifetime! You'll learn proper alignment and posture, injury prevention and energy efficiency techniques, efficient breathing, and mindful and meditative running tips. We'll also be stretching, lengthening and opening our hearts with yoga and meditation. All welcome! https://bodyflows.com/yoga-retre/california-run-retreat.php

We’re still running here in California, and I’m so grateful for the sunshine, blue skies, fresh air and connection with nature. There’s something so peaceful about running through nature solo and connecting with the universe in this way. People often ask me what I think about when I run. I never know how to respond because this question seems confusing to me because running has always taken me beyond my mind and beyond my thoughts. I believe this is why I am so drawn to runni...ng, and possibly obsessed or addicted to it. It takes me to a place within myself that cannot be described in words. Is this the runner’s high? Or the flow state? Or just oneness with everything? I don’t know but I continue to move in this way because it connects me with an energy that feels like everything is ok and there is nothing to worry about. How does running make you feel? See more

Do you know what you look like when you run? Have you ever had a video analysis? Most of our instructors can do one for you in person or remotely! The video do...esn’t lie It’s a great way to see what you are doing. We like to imagine being in a hamster wheel like the photo here. One of our Form Focuses is Upper Body Forward and Lower Body Rearward. You can see the difference in these photos. Danny is using his body in a way that flows with the forces of gravity so the impact of the road doesn’t effect him the way it would a runner who is overstriding and heel striking. Less impact = less probability for injury = more efficient run (go longer/faster) = more enjoyable run = running for the rest of your life Danny turns 71 next month and is still rocking it with no injuries! Find an instructor near you for a private session or check out our inaugural online course that stays on Sunday in the bio. #formfriday #chirunning #techniquematters #learntorun #runningform #runningtechnique #runhappy #runforever See more

* Running Retreat Weekend Trip to Wine Country * Our retreat in Oct 2020 is back on! We'll be following social distancing and covid safety precautions for all yoga classes, workshops, runs/hikes and meals. Bring your friends or family members or come solo. Everyone is welcome. We'll teach you how to run safely using gravity so you can prevent injuries, stay mindful and enjoy running for a lifetime! Run Safe! https://bodyflows.com/yoga-retre/california-run-retreat.php #runsafe #runsonoma #run #runningretreat #runningflows #chirunning #bodyflowsretreats

Did you hear, our Run and Yoga Retreat in Oct 2020 is back on? We are so thrilled and we hope you will consider joining us! Here's all the info. We'll be following social distancing and covid safety precautions for all yoga classes, workshops, runs/hikes and meals. Bring your friends or family members or come solo. Everyone is welcome. We'll teach you how to run safely so you can prevent injuries, stay mindful and enjoy running for a lifetime! https://bodyflows.com/yoga-retre/california-run-retreat.php

Fascinating read! Do you experience the runners high?

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* Reduced Rate - Online ChiRunning/ChiWalking Class! * I led my first Online ChiRunning & ChiWalking class today with one of our lovely yoga retreat customers from the comfort of her home and from my back yard! Stay safe and healthy learn to move your body with more ease and less effort. Learn injury free walking or running. We can do the class online via video!... https://bodyflows.com/running-coach-california.php #running #chirunning #runinjuryfree #chiwalking #onlineclass #runsonoma #run #injuryfreerunning