hustle.run.thrive. blog — endurance athlete recovery
Running Fast Doesn’t Mean You’re Moving Well
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You can run fast for years with poor mechanics, instability, and compensation patterns. Here’s why “built different” runners still break and why recovery exposes what speed hides.
WHAT ARE THEY RUNNING FROM?
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A deep dive into the psychology of “built different” runners who refuse to rest. Learn why high-mileage athletes struggle with recovery, what they’re really running from, and how emotional growth, smarter training, and true recovery unlock real performance gains.