![]() ![]() The first thing that Christopher McDougall did to prepare his body for a 50 mile race was fix his form. If you haven’t read it, check out Born to Run. ![]() While most people misinterpret the book, I think it’s still the best running book to be published in years. And yes, he switched to a pair of neutral old school Nike Pegasus’ that lacked a substantial heel. He focused on strength by doing hill work and strength exercises. McDougall focused on the big picture (as should everyone) and improved his diet and form. ![]() He did not learn some mystical secret from a reclusive Mexican tribe. As he trains for Caballo Blanco’s 50 mile trail run, he transforms himself from injury-prone and out of shape to an ultra runner.ĭespite what most think, his transformation had little to do with barefoot running. McDougall gives this topic a lot of attention as he probes the Tarahumara’s ability to run great distances with just a sliver of rubber lashed to their feet. Questioning our need for bulky motion control trainers is a central theme of his book. If you take a poll in most running circles and ask, “What is Christopher McDougall’s book Born to Run about?” you will most likely get the same answer: barefoot running. ![]()
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