Run Tall Run Easy: The Ultimate Guide to Better Running Mechanics

by Gerard Pearlberg

Run Tall Run Easy, The Ultimate Guide To Better Running Mechanics is an easy to read explanation of the preferred method of movement in running.It incorporates simple to use tips in technique in addition to straight forward advice in regard to strength traiing and nutrition. It includes over 79 photographs that are featured side by side with the tips so that you can follow along and practice as you read. "Run Tall, Run Easy, the Ultimate Guide to Better Running Mechanics", looks at running from a biomechanical perspective. Coach GP breaks down the running form in an easy, step by step manner, that can both entertain and inform the reader. Runners of all levels will be captivated as they begin to see themselves in the book, and learn how they can change their running biomechanics to improve both the pace and comfort during their workouts.

Genres: Nonfiction

192 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2004

Reviews

[Andreas · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another book from the library. The part about running mechanics was excellent. I am sure that I have read about it before but the author really manages to bring his points across. There is the picture of the jockey on a horse to visualize how upper and lower body have to work together, or the wrist flick. I also enjoyed the explanation how the arm drive mobilizes muscles to propel you forward. It's important to keep them in a 90° angle (and not like T-Rex). 5 out of 5 stars until here.

The chapter about Breathing shows a lack of knowledge. It is possible to get enough oxygen through the nose. Breathing through the mouth will add additional stress to the body which has to be taken into consideration. Exhaling faster than inhaling is also inefficient as the oxygen absorption happens during the exhale phase. A 3 to 1 pattern will lead to hyperventilation that might help under certain circumstances but should not be used for easy aerobic running. 0 stars

The part about diet is okay although it's "only" from the personal experience of the author. On the other hand, these personal insights can often hold as much value as some scientific researches. The human body is a complicated machinery.

3 out of 5 stars

[CherylR · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a very quick read. I gave average rating as it was just average. Not much new here.

[Carla Karp]

I read this back in 2009 and adapted my biomechanics accordingly. I should have consulted with a PT or other provider as I was making changes to my natural running style. Very soon after adjusting my foot strike I suffered a sesamoid stress fracture and unfortunately am still dealing with it and related foot problems now in 2023 (yes, fourteen years later).

[Cherie · Rating 4 out of 5]

After Coach GP gave a presentation to my running club, it was nice to read his book and see things put into action. While a few of the ideas seemed a wee bit dated or different than my training, I appreciated the form and the advice. Will def be referring to this one.

[Uleh]

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