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The Psychology of Accountability: How Your Mind Can Make or Break Your Running
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Discover six powerful psychological effects that impact accountability in running. Learn how to use them to stay consistent, improve performance, and train smarter. Work with a coach to put these strategies into action.
How Runners Can Get Out of Their Comfort Zone
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It’s easy to fall into a rhythm with running. Same routes, same paces, same routine. And while consistency is great, staying too comfortable for too long can hold you back from real progress. Growth happens when you challenge yourself, both physically and mentally. If you want to get stronger, faster, and more confident as a runner, it’s time to shake things up.
Prehab vs. Rehab: How to Keep Running Strong and Injury-Free
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Running is about more than just logging miles. The work you do outside of your runs matters just as much. Whether you're staying ahead of injuries with prehab or recovering wisely with rehab, investing in your body now will pay off in the long run.
What I’ve Learned from Coaching Menopausal Runners
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Menopause changes the game for runners, but it doesn’t mean performance has to decline. Over the years, I’ve coached menopausal athletes through fatigue, hormonal fluctuations, and strength loss—while watching them get stronger, faster, and more resilient.
How to Adjust Your Running Pace for Heat and Humidity
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Running in the heat and humidity can feel like a completely different sport. If you've ever stepped outside for a run on a hot summer morning and felt sluggish within minutes, you're not alone.