A variety of challenges (some good, some bad) made it hard to get the training done. Cross-country moves, injuries, home projects, soaring temps, multiple freak accidents, and vacations - the list goes on.
The two things that derailed my own training were: Getting hit by a cyclist while running, and taking big trip.
One bad thing. One good thing.
There were many missed training days and short, slow runs. I did much less running than expected.…but I still did a lot of running.
It’s easy to get caught up in whatever isn’t going according to plan, but that mindset only leads to stress and discouragement. It’s important to focus on the things that actually got done in order to keep moving forward with optimism and without stress.
So forget about the missed training days, that bad workout, or the runs you cut short. Run when you can, and don’t forget to enjoy the journey!
If you read last month’s newsletter, you know how important it is to fire up your glutes before running. Here’s another glute-activating move for pre-run. (Bonus: It’s also a good hip-opener).
How to do it:
Kick your leg straight back, leading with your heel.
A bit discouraged by your recent run paces? Check out this blog!
Don’t take the numbers literally (no data is referenced), but the concept of lowering expectations in the heat should help you stop the stressing over numbers.
Check out these recipes for homemade sports drink - watermelon & citrus flavours. From @eleatnutrition
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Apple says that “no matter your level, you can use metrics to better understand your performance.” This is true to an extent, but understanding your performance is not the same as improving your perfo
The first few days of hot humid weather are really challenging for runners. Everything feels bad. We’re sluggish; paces are slower but feel harder than normal.
