Running with the Whole Body

A 30-day program to run faster with less effort - feel a difference after the first chapter!

FTC Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying  purchases. Learn more

Running with the Whole Body is a must-read for all runners. Whether you are just beginning to run or you have been running for years, you can improve how you run in just 30 days, making it feel smoother and easier and greatly reducing the risk of injuries.

This book has drastically changed how I run. It has shown me what it feels like to run using the whole body efficiently. My body no longer hurts after running. Running feels much easier, and I feel more confident in my ability to run for years and years to come. What this book can teach you is invaluable as a runner, because it focuses on improving how you move by feeling the movements! You can let go of any bad habits you may have developed easily as you learn from the inside out.


The Secret to Good Running

Running with the Whole Body teaches you how to use the Feldenkrais Method to make dynamic improvements to your running. You will feel a difference after completing the first chapter. Your running will be smoother and quicker. When you have completed the book, you will know what it feels like to use your whole body to run.

You will be utilizing the "drive point" - the body awareness technique that uses the shoulders and arms to drive the motion of the legs. This connection is the "secret" to good running. Your whole body will be moving in a balanced, efficient, and synergistic manner. The result is a body whose torso, hips, pelvis and shoulders all move freely in the act of running. You will learn how to prevent injuries in a whole new way, while also becoming a smoother, more powerful runner. 

Try the 30-Day Program!


Female runner sprinting on track

Running with the Whole Body was written by Jack Heggie, a Feldenkrais®  Practitioner, who studied with Dr. Moche Feldenkrais in Israel and in the United States. Until his death in 2002, he maintained a private practice and taught many skiing and running workshops. He has helped numerous runners become faster and overcome injuries through his Feldenkrais® running classes. You can access these same benefits through his book.

Become a Powerful Runner

Each chapter in this book isolates specific body parts and shows you how to efficiently use each of these parts in concert with the rest of your body. You will be utilizing the strong muscles of the hips, spine and shoulders to transform you into a powerful runner.

Running With the Whole Body


The methods in this book are different from any other. It is not an instruction guide or manual in which you try to emulate someone's idea of how you should be moving. It teaches you to listen to "your body" so that you can feel the best way for you to run. The sensations of your own body will guide you as you complete the exercises in this book. You will be learning from the inside out!

Your body can be free of bad habits developed over the years. Running can become effortless, fun and fast. Ultimately, you will be utilizing the incredible strength of your hips, spine and shoulders to reach your true running potential. You will be running with fluid, grace and ease as a powerful runner.

In Running with the Whole Body, Heggie's 30-day exercise program will not only prevent you from injuring yourself in a new way, but enable you to become a smoother, and more powerful runner. The exercises presented isolate the workings of the various parts of the body to show how each part of the body balances and works in concert with the others. The result is a well coordinated body whose torso, hips, pelvis and shoulders all move freely and in unison with each other - teaching you how to run with your whole body! 

Running With The Whole Body

Have you read this book? Has it helped improve your running?

Please share your thoughts - just enter a title to begin....

Read Other Comments on Running with the Whole Body!

Click below to see other comments...

All runners need to know about this book! 
Thank you for this article! What an important message you share that many runners may not be aware of in “Running with the Whole Body.” Jack Heggie’s …

My favorite running reference book 
I have read this book and have completed all its exercises more than once. It has completely changed how I run. I move easier and I no longer feel sore …

Click here to write your own.

More about Feldenkrais...


Back to top of Running with the Whole Body

Return to Feldenkrais for Runners




FTC Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying  purchases. Learn more

NEW FEATURE - DISQUS COMMENTS!

Be the first to comment.
Login using Facebook, Twitter, Google or Disqus.

Loading Comments
#disqus_thread { min-height: 200px; }

Recent Articles

  1. What Heel Strikers Should Know

    Apr 10, 26 01:34 PM

    Runners demonstrating good running form in nature

    If you’ve ever wondered whether your stride is helping or holding you back, this will give you clarity.

    Read More

  2. Excellent Design and Craftsmanship: #PRPocket Review

    Mar 09, 26 10:49 AM

    Etsy Review of the #PRPocket

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review from a buyer on Etsy for the #PRPocket!

    Read More

  3. Running in Chiang Mai - the Old City Moat Loop

    Mar 03, 26 09:46 AM

    Chiang Mai Old City Moat loop

    I was in Chiang Mai for only three days, but I had the rare gift of a simple, almost perfect running route—the Old City Moat loop!

    Read More

  4. Best Stationary Bikes for Runners

    Feb 13, 26 01:32 PM

    Female runner exercising on a stationary bike indoors

    A runner’s guide to choosing the best stationary bike for indoor cross-training—what to look for, why it matters, and top picks.

    Read More

  5. Ever wondered why some runs feel harder than they should?

    Feb 01, 26 10:58 PM

    Silhouette  of runner on trail at dusk with beautiful sky

    Discover how positive self-talk improves endurance, focus, and mental strength—plus simple techniques you can use on every run.

    Read More

  6. Have you ever had a run where everything suddenly felt effortless?

    Dec 18, 25 11:01 AM

    Male athlete on top of mountain with hand in the air

    Your body moved lightly, your breath fell into a natural rhythm, and you slipped into a peaceful, joyful flow? That uplifting, almost euphoric state is commonly called runners high.

    Read More

  7. How to Choose the Best Treadmill for Your Home

    Dec 10, 25 07:13 AM

    Male athlete enjoying running on a treadmill in a gym

    Are you tired of weather, dark nights, or busy schedules ruining your runs?

    Read More

  8. Winter Running Tips and the Best Waterproof Running Shoes

    Nov 15, 25 01:55 PM

    Runner running on a snowy winter path on a sunny day

    Keep your feet dry this winter! Discover smart running tips and the best waterproof running shoes to stay warm, comfortable, and confident on every run.

    Read More

  9. When the Music Stops, Awareness Begins

    Nov 05, 25 10:54 AM

    Man enjoy running on a beach without listening to music

    Running without music isn’t about losing motivation — it’s about finding presence!

    Read More

  10. Get yours in time for gift giving!

    Oct 24, 25 12:32 PM

    Best Phone Carrier for Running

    The #PRPocket makes an ideal gift for the runner in your life! Ask for it gift-wrapped at no extra charge!

    Read More