Thursday, 3 July 2025

GOT A QUESTION? PLEASE JUST ASK!

If you have a questions about the ChiRunning® technique, the Classes or Workshops, please just ask. 

You can email me on effortlessrunning@gmail.com 

PM on Facebook or Instagram 

Call or WhatsApp me on 087 2432593.  

Client Testimonial - ChiRunning® Classes.

I recently took Ruth's four-week ChiRunning® course and had such a great experience. Ruth is enthusiastic, focused and incredibly professional. She really takes the time to support each participant - her individual video analysis were very helpful, and the handouts she provided made it easy to follow along and keep practicing after each session. I also appreciated the continued support even after the course finished. I would highly recommend Ruth to anyone looking to learn ChiRunning® in a fun, supportive, and well-structured environment.

My thanks to Maretta who sent me this testimonial today. 


Wednesday, 2 July 2025

Client Testimonial - ChiRunning® Classes

I was a little bit skeptical of the the chi running at first before Ruths classes. Very glad I decided to give it a go. Ruth has a very engaging style and was open to constant feedback which was a key strength of her teaching toolkit. Great individual analysis and also working with the group and encouraging peer learning. Thoroughly enjoyed the course and the crack that we all had. From locating that virtual ball to working the gears
🙂 Definitely would recommend Ruth as an effective, passionate and fun chi running instructor.

My thanks to Michael who sent me this testimonial having attended the block of 4 weeks of Classes this June.

The next block of Classes (1 hour per week) are scheduled for September which is now open for bookings.


Tuesday, 24 June 2025

ChiRunning® Weekly Classes










Some photos from last weeks class and the group are making great progress with their learning and practicing the ChiRunning® technique.  

Great feedback each week and just 1 week to go!


Monday, 16 June 2025

Client Testimonial - Sat 14th June ChiRunning® Workshop

"5 years ago, I gave myself one goal - run for 12 months without getting any injuries. I did a workshop with Ruth, and it was a game changer. I ran for the next 3 years without any injuries. With long term consistency, my running economy improved, and my race times improved year on year (which is a nice bonus). I went back again for a refresher, and it was well worth it - Ruth identified a few areas I can work on improving. The benefits of regular running are incredible, so I want to stay in the game as long as I possibly can."  

My Thanks to Cathal for taking the time to send me this testimonial this morning. 



Thursday, 24 April 2025

Register your Place




















Bookings are starting to come in for June and July morning (3hr) clinics and the block of 4 weeks (1hr) classes starting Thurs 5th June so don't delay or procrastinate, just book your place now.  

Please note the Clinics will take place at Corks Marina while the Classes will now take place at Bishopstown MTU location. 

Email to Register your place on effortlessrunning@gmail.com 


Sunday, 2 March 2025

 Here are some of the reasons why I love running so much and have been an active runner for almost 30 years. 


Friday, 7 February 2025

ChiRunning® Clinics and Classes 2025.

I've been working on my upcoming ChiRunning® Clinics and Classes 2025.  

1. Learn the basics of ChiRunning® at one of my 3 hour clinics. Once you've had time to practice it for a few weeks then ....

2. it's time to 'Add-to your toolkit of technique' in a second 2 hour clinic.  Click here for details. 

Alternatively you can book a place on the afternoon Classes (block of 4 weeks) learning the basics. 

New for 2025 is the opportunity of a Chi Tune-Up for those who have attended a clinic in the past and who want to enhance their practice.

Click here for 2025 dates and times.  

Got a query?   Please Leave me a Message! 

Due to increased scam callers these days, if you call me on my mobile and want me to return your call, please leave a brief message so I know you're a genuine caller and I'll be only too happy to get back to you. 

Otherwise you can send your query to my email: effortlessrunning@gmail.com or go to my Instagram or Facebook page and DM me there.

I hope to have the pleasure of sharing the ChiRunning® technique with you!


Cork City Marathon, Half & 10km 2025


Congratulations to everyone who has signed up for CCM 2025.

Maybe you did it last year or maybe this is your first time but either way maybe consider how improving your running technique can help you this year. 

The ChiRunning clinics and classes that I hold here in Cork City, focus on good running technique which will help you avoid typical running injuries as you increase your distance and frequency of running. 

It will also help you to be more efficient with your running so you can run further and for longer.  

These clinics and classes are fun, with lots of exercises and drills to help you really body sense the running technique that will make your running so much easier. 

Hope to catch you at the Cork City Marathon Expo which is on Friday and Saturday!

Click here for more details.

Sunday, 21 January 2024

My first 1/2 day ChiRunning® Workshop 2024 took place yesterday down at the Marina area of Cork city where we had a lots of laughs, plenty of fun and everyone made great progress practicing the running technique and here's just two of the reviews I received from participants....

"Honestly that was the best money I ever invested in myself, I have so much trouble with my knees which is detrimental to my endurance races. I actually can't believe how easy it is to run just by learning these techniques! I had so many 'OMG' moments throughout the day. From posture, what to do with my elbows, my cadence and hill training. 

I have never in my life reached the top of a hill and not gasped for breath! To have done that today without it taking a bit out of me was my jaw dropping moment. Ruth is a great coach and communicates in such a way that you easily absorb all the information coming at you. 

The venue/location was good and I would absolutely recommend.  If anyone wants to make their running lives easier, Ruth is your woman!"   Sent by Wella and my thanks to her as well for taking the selfie of the group 😀

And here's Aideen's experience...

“As someone who has fallen out of love with running after recurring injuries, Ruth’s class and patient, personalised approach has reinvigorated my appetite to get back to it and give it another go. My ‘aha’ moment was the need to ‘cooperate’ with the running forces – be that the road or hills. Running should not be about sore muscles and hard effort, it should feel more free and Chi running technique is the answer. The tips and techniques were disarmingly simple and so effective. I can’t wait to get started. Thanks Ruth!”.    Aideen. 

Many thanks to both Wella and Aideen for taking the time to send me these reviews, I'm delighted and happy that they enjoyed the workshop and learnt lots to help with your running technique.