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The Importance of Giving Credit to Coaches: Why Acknowledging Your Coach Matters
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In the world of running and training, there’s often a fine line between taking ownership of your journey and recognizing the support that helped get you to where you are. I’ve seen athletes claim to be "self-coached" because they reuse a training plan and make adaptations along the way, but let’s dig into why that’s not truly self-coaching—and why giving credit to the coach who developed the plan matters.
5 Surprising Truths No One Tells You About Becoming a Coach (And How to Navigate Them)
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There are things no one warns you about when you take on the role of a coach. The lessons you’ll learn, the challenges you’ll face, and the personal growth you’ll experience might surprise you. Here are some truths no one tells you about becoming a coach and how to navigate them with authenticity and care.
How Arm Swing Affects Your Running (And How to Get It Right)
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Running is about more than just putting one foot in front of the other. Form, efficiency, and strength all play a role in how you perform and how you feel on the run.
Why "Getting Injured Is Part of the Process" Is a Harmful Mindset for Runners
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"Getting injured is just part of the process." It’s often said with good intentions, usually by someone trying to reassure a runner who's struggling with an injury. But let's be real—this mindset is doing more harm than good.
Defying the Odds: How Masters Athletes Can Keep Improving
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Yes, slowing down over time is a reality for some athletes, but that’s not the full picture. Just like breaking the 4-minute mile seemed impossible until it wasn’t, improving as a masters athlete is absolutely possible with the right mindset and approach.