The Pose Method® of Running by Dr.Romanov is a book that offers clear and precise instruction on HOW TO RUN. Not only does it tell you what to do, it teaches you why it should be done that way and how to do it.

The Pose running technique is currently the only running technique in the world, scientifically proven to reduce impact on knees by 50%.

It is also the only running technique that can be learnt and taught as a system, a complete package with rules, instructions, unique drills and exercises.

Based on 30 years of research and constant work, Dr. Romanov's running technique is a unique system that paved the way for some of the other running styles known today. Introduced to America in the early 90's, it was being used in Russia since the mid 70's. Today the Pose running technique is used around the world by both champions and amateurs alike.

If improved performance and injury-free running are your goals then this book is a must! A must have for coaches, athletes and joggers everywhere.

"Dr. Romanov´s Pose Method® of Running was exactly what my athletes needed to improve their performance."
Jan Olesinski
Director of Olympic Development Clinics For Modern Pentathlon

POSE Method® will help you to:
• Radically change your form
• Eliminate Injuries
• Enhance Endurance
• Raise Speed
• Reduce Recovery Time
• Increase Flexibility
• Improve Coordination

Cover: Paperback

Pages: 314

ISBN: 0-9725537-6-2

Published: Pose Tech Press 

MSRP: $34.95

CONTENTS

Acknowledgements iii
Preface v
Foreword ix
Introduction xi

Section One: Beginnings

• Chapter 1 The Quest for Perfect Running Technique 1
• Chapter 2 My Philosophy of Running 9
• Chapter 3 The Best Time To Learn The Pose Method 17
• Chapter 4 Before You Start: A Simple Test 19

Section Two: The Case For The Pose Method

• Chapter 5 Eliminate Injuries From Your Running 23
• Chapter 6 Improve Your Performance 33
• Chapter 7 The Freedom To Run Your Best 37
• Chapter 8 The Incredible Lightness of Running 41

Section Three: The Concepts of The Pose Method

• Chapter 9 Teaching Yourself The Pose Method of Running 45
• Chapter 10 Thinking…Seeing…Feeling 51
• Chapter 11 The Running Pose 55
• Chapter 12 The Free Falling Concept 61
• Chapter 13 Alternating Poses 67
• Chapter 14 The Wheel Concept 73
• Chapter 15 Muscular Elasticity 79
• Chapter 16 The Importance of Rapid Stride Frequency 83
• Chapter 17 Don’t Just Run: Do Nothing! 87
• Chapter 18 The Framing Concept 93

Section Four: Moving From Thought To Action

• Chapter 19 Integrating the Components of the Pose Method Into Your New Running Style 97
• Chapter 20 Mastering Running Technique 103
• Chapter 21 Running Sensibility 107
• Chapter 22 Learning The Running Pose 111
• Chapter 23 Learning To Free Fall 115
• Chapter 24 Developing Sensations of Free Falling 121
• Chapter 25 Going For a Run 131

Section Five: Building A Runner’s Body…And Mind

• Chapter 26 Strength Conditioning For Running 137
• Chapter 27 Developing Muscular Elasticity 147
• Chapter 28 Exercises For Hips 167
• Chapter 29 Exercises For Hamstrings 189
• Chapter 30 Integrating Strength Conditioning Into Your Training Program 199
• Chapter 31 Running On Sand 205
• Chapter 32 Uphill and Downhill Running 209
• Chapter 33 Trail Running 215
• Chapter 34 Running Barefoot 219
• Chapter 35 Developing Flexibility 223
• Chapter 36 Overcoming The Fear of Running 247

Section Six: Refining Your Running Technique

• Chapter 37 Recognizing and Correcting Errors 259
• Chapter 38 Correcting Errors In Legs Movement 267
• Chapter 39 Correcting Errors In Trunk Movement 291
• Chapter 40 Correcting Errors In Arms Movement 295
• Chapter 41 Retaining The Pose Technique In Your Training 301
  

About The Authors 305
Appendix A Definitions and Concepts 307
Appendix B Common Errors in Running 311
Appendix C Recommended Reading 314