In 2002, we fell in love with Alaska and purchased property near Fairbanks. Our Alaska log home was built in 2003 by Bill Kisken of Log Weavers here in Fairbanks. Bill is an artist, who uses the hand scribed Swedish cope system. Notice how tightly the logs fit at the ends, this is very diffucult to achieve. We retired in 2013, and moved our residence to Alaska.
Tai Chi and Running
While the book Chi Running has some weaknesses, I am thoroughly inspired to alter my running form according to the posture and energy flow principles of the the Chinese art of Tai Chi. I am discovering (late in life) the importance of posture in all movement. I first encountered it in Argentine tango, where posture is the key to every move. I have since encountered it in throwing the discus and javelin in the Senior Games. Posture and body movement are the difference between great throws and mediocre throws.
Since taking Tai Chi classes from our friends Ron and Gar, I have become more aware of the relationship between posture and energy flow. The book Chi Running offers very good insights into applying these principles to running. I'll try to incorporate them into my training for the NY marathon.
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