hustle.run.thrive. blog — running mental toughness

You Don’t Need More Motivation. You Need to Train Your Brain.

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Train your brain to stop hitting the brakes when things get hard. Learn how the Central Governor limits your performance and download my free 30-Day Checklist to rewire your mental toughness.

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How Books Have Helped Me Rewire My Mindset as an Athlete

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Discover how books on resilience, belief systems, healing, and performance have shaped my mindset as an athlete and coach. Learn how you can use these same lessons to rewire your own mental approach to sport and life.

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When Summer Running Breaks Your Brain (and What to Do About It)

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Struggling with running in heat and humidity? Learn how to adapt your mindset, reframe tough runs, and train smarter during summer months—especially when every run feels harder than it should.

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