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How to Build Emotional Strength as a Runner (Without Even Trying)
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Running isn’t just about putting in the miles. It’s about learning how to navigate discomfort, push through challenges, and stay steady when things get tough. That takes more than physical endurance. It takes emotional strength.
Why Indigenous Coaches Deserve Full Pay for Their Work
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If you’re serious about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the running space, then that commitment has to extend to how you compensate Indigenous professionals.
How Your Mindset Can Make or Break Your Running Performance
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Have you ever told yourself, “I’m just not a strong runner,” or “I always fall apart in the last few miles”? If so, you might be experiencing a self-fulfilling prophecy—a belief that shapes your actions in a way that makes it come true.
Tendon Troubles: Why They Don’t Just “Pop Up” Overnight
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If you’ve ever experienced sudden tendon pain, it might have felt like it appeared out of nowhere. One day you’re running comfortably, and the next, there’s a sharp ache or persistent discomfort that wasn’t there before. But here’s the truth: tendon issues don’t just “pop up” overnight.
Do You Really Need to Rage Run?
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We’ve all been there. Something frustrates you, stress piles up, and before you know it, you’re lacing up your shoes and heading out the door, ready to run until you’ve burned off all that pent-up energy. The rage run is real, and sometimes, it works.
But is it the best way to handle stress? And more importantly, is it sustainable?