Here’s an excerpt from the first chapter of The Essence of T’ai Chi Ch’uan – The Literary Tradition: In motion all parts of the body must be light nimble and strung together. The ch’i (breath) should be excited the shen (spirit) should be internally gathered. Let the postures be without breaks or holes, hollows or… Read More >>>
Work in Progress
A theme keeps popping up in the articles and blog posts I’ve been reading. I repeatedly see words like insecurity, self-doubt, anxiety and fear. I’m tired of talking about these things, to be honest. With the holidays coming, I’ve wanted to write something fun, and spent the better part of November resisting more thought on… Read More >>>
Boat Speed First, Lightweight Second
Fall racing is here and I’ve got making weight on the brain! I trained at 142 pounds, give or take, as an undergrad at Lehigh. When I walked into Undine Barge Club, newly graduated and eager to learn how to scull, the world of club and elite level rowing was still unfamiliar and unclear. Despite… Read More >>>
Making Space
“Heaven is the place where you think of nowhere else.” –Pico Iyer It’s been a quiet month on the Schuylkill. Athletes from all the clubs and schools that train here seem to have their heads down, content with logging the miles. Pieces are long, ratings are low, there’s time to think between strokes and really… Read More >>>
Fall Reset
It’s a new year, folks! I love the start of the training year. Calm replaces the urgency and momentum of summer racing. Yet there’s an excitement and anticipation for the work and opportunity that accompany the year ahead. It’s a time to reset, start fresh and look forward, as well as reflect on the season… Read More >>>
