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The Hidden Truths of Coaching: What No Certification Prepares You For
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Discover the deeper truths of becoming a running coach. Learn about emotional labor, communication skills, boundaries, self-doubt, and the real human work behind coaching successful athletes.
Managing Pre-Race Anxiety: How I Help My Athletes Navigate the Mental Side of Peak Training
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Learn how to manage pre-race anxiety during peak training. Coach Croft shares mindset strategies, visualization tools, and real-world coaching insights to help runners channel nerves into confident race-day performance.