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EP 672: Running on Motivation: Tactics to Move
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Have you ever found yourself staring at your running shoes, willing yourself to lace up and step out the door? Or perhaps, midway through a run, questioned what keeps you moving forward? Today, we're talking about the heart of what fuels us and how to harness that drive every day.
Key Takeaways
- Listen to Your Body: Tuning into your physical and emotional state can guide your running motivation.
- Plan Your Runs: Mark your calendar for runs to treat them as non-negotiable appointments.
- The Power of Company: Running buddies not only make the miles more enjoyable but also hold you accountable.
- Confidence Through Preparation: Remind yourself of the hard work behind you to push through challenging runs.
- Start Small: 1>0 - Overcoming the inertia of starting is often the hardest part. Begin with manageable goals.
- Reward Yourself: Whether it’s new running gear or a favorite treat, rewards can be powerful motivators.
- Embrace the Runner Identity: Identifying as a runner can fundamentally shift your motivation and discipline.
- Explore and Enjoy: Varying your running routes keeps the journey exciting and refreshing. The Right Tune: Motivational music or engaging podcasts can be the perfect companion for your runs.
- Prep Your Gear: Lay out your running attire and gadgets in advance to smooth the path out the door.
- Rest vs. Laziness: Distinguishing between the need for recovery and procrastination is key to sustained running success.
Find out more about this episode's sponsors:
Become a Patreon supporter to receive quarterly givebacks from us.
AND!!!!! Check out the new free app we developed, Trail Triage
698 episodes
Manage episode 412029188 series 47022
Have you ever found yourself staring at your running shoes, willing yourself to lace up and step out the door? Or perhaps, midway through a run, questioned what keeps you moving forward? Today, we're talking about the heart of what fuels us and how to harness that drive every day.
Key Takeaways
- Listen to Your Body: Tuning into your physical and emotional state can guide your running motivation.
- Plan Your Runs: Mark your calendar for runs to treat them as non-negotiable appointments.
- The Power of Company: Running buddies not only make the miles more enjoyable but also hold you accountable.
- Confidence Through Preparation: Remind yourself of the hard work behind you to push through challenging runs.
- Start Small: 1>0 - Overcoming the inertia of starting is often the hardest part. Begin with manageable goals.
- Reward Yourself: Whether it’s new running gear or a favorite treat, rewards can be powerful motivators.
- Embrace the Runner Identity: Identifying as a runner can fundamentally shift your motivation and discipline.
- Explore and Enjoy: Varying your running routes keeps the journey exciting and refreshing. The Right Tune: Motivational music or engaging podcasts can be the perfect companion for your runs.
- Prep Your Gear: Lay out your running attire and gadgets in advance to smooth the path out the door.
- Rest vs. Laziness: Distinguishing between the need for recovery and procrastination is key to sustained running success.
Find out more about this episode's sponsors:
Become a Patreon supporter to receive quarterly givebacks from us.
AND!!!!! Check out the new free app we developed, Trail Triage
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