Quotes from Danny Dreyer

If you're short of breath, it's not because you aren't breathing in enough—it's because you're not breathing out enough.

does not hurt your body. It's the way you run that does the damage and causes pain.

That's what growth is all about. It doesn't come when things are status quo. It happens only when something new is introduced, forcing every integral part to adjust. This is a universal law that can be applied on any level of life.

In most cases, having a shortness of breath isn't because you're not breathing in enough—it's because you're not breathing out enough. If you don't empty your lungs fully with each exhale, you'll be "recycling" some of the carbon dioxide left in your lungs from the previous breath, which will lower the concentration of oxygen getting to your muscles.

Purse your lips like you're trying to blow out a candle and when you exhale, pull your belly button in toward your spine by contracting your abs. Use your hand to feel this motion. This will force all of the used air out of the bottom of your lungs.

You can simply enjoy being a self-respecting athlete at any age or any skill level. The goal is to be able to run freely and joyfully for the rest of your life, and for you to enjoy the full range of benefits that running offers—physically, mentally . . . and, yes, spiritually.

Eating well and with a true respect for our bodies and the foods we eat is paramount to having a healthy body and maintaining a high-quality lifestyle.

Your generosity with transmitting ancient Chinese wisdom into the simple act of running fills us with deep respect.