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ChiWalking: Cultivating Effortless Movement

POSTED May 23, 2:26 PM

Danny Dreyer is a guy who never claimed to be a great runner. But what he teaches is a way to walk and run without risking bodily harm. My past running efforts usually resolved themselves into shin splints and low energy. What’s the point of that?

I’ve been practicing tai chi for several years, so when I stumbled on ChiWalking at the library, I thought it might be helpful – for me and my clients. I’m glad I found it. Dreyer takes the fundamental concepts of tai chi and incorporates them in something we all do every day: Walk. He shows how to align your body, strengthen your core, cultivate your chi, and move with as little effort as possible.

I have always looked for ways to incorporate that level of relaxation, flow and awareness into everything I do, especially during bodywork. What I love about ChiWalking is that it provides the mechanics for taking tai chi into the real world. In fact, you don’t even have to know tai chi to learn injury free, effortless movement.

I didn’t launch into the running or walking fitness programs that he recommends – for me, that wasn’t the point. But I have steadily incorporated his ideas into my daily wanderings, and find myself more energized because of it.

ChiWalking is the second in his series of programs. He started with ChiRunning, and now even includes swimming in some of his workshops. I’d highly recommend ChiWalking to anyone, and perhaps a gander at the video for a more visual feel. And, if you are looking to improve your running or swimming, definitely consider his other programs through the books or a certified instructor. For more information, check out this review or visit the official website.

Have a beautiful day,

Ephraim

Categories: Mindfulness , Books , Tai Chi , Movement , Walking

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Morning Pages: A Daily Creative Jump Start

POSTED May 16, 5:34 PM

This is one of my favorite morning rituals...one that I have been doing on and off for over 10 years: Morning Pages.I found it in Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way, and I know she's talked about it in many of her other books. Googling "morning pages"... Read More

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Meditation in a New York Minute

POSTED May 12, 11:49 AM

For many people, one of the biggest problems with meditation is finding the time. Who has an extra 30 minutes a day to sit and desperately attempt to quiet the mind? It takes serious discipline to make that a practice, especially when piled on top of... Read More

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Ephraim Mallery
Transformation Artist, Ephraim Mallery, helps people discover their true joy and explore the art of everyday ecstasy. Learn about archetypes, spiritual practice, breath, movement, love and more. Ephraim is a spiritual guide and massage therapist in Denver, CO.