Reclaiming Control …we can find some comfort - and power - by focusing on the one thing we’re meant to control: ourselves. $$PLAIN_TEXT_PREVIEW$$
July 2020
Reclaiming Control
The first lesson I teach runners is how to reclaim control of their body. That means learning to run based on feel, to adjust effort and pace so they can hold a steady pace and finish strong.
It takes practice and it takes focus. But control feels good.
As the months of uncertainty stretch on, we’re faced with things we can’t control: gym openings, group runs, travel, government mandates, a vaccine, the next REAL race opportunity …
I think we can find some comfort - and power - by focusing on the one (and ONLY) thing we’re meant to control:
Ourselves.
From the start of this pandemic, some of you decided to embrace the option to keep training and have continued to improve. In the past month, almost every single runner I coach decided to do virtual races.
So we’re creating opportunities and an empty calendar is quickly filling up. We pick race days and distances suited to each individual. We change the plan if something unexpected pops up. And in every situation, we decide how to respond. And that feels good.
Sincerely, Nicole
Performance of the Month
Kiersten started training for her first marathon in January during the depth of winter in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Of course, her goal marathon ended up being cancelled but she designed her own race course, trained on it, and invited her family out to support her on her race day.
Kierstensaid: “I had tried to train for a full marathon on my own, time and time again but could not seem to follow through.
It wasn’t until I had Nicole’s support, knowing her experience and expertise, that I was able to successfully complete my first full marathon!"
After 6 months of training Kiersten ran 4hr 40min and became a marathoner.
Want to take your training onto the oval? Many runners get their start in running on the roads. They were not on the high school track team, and have never even set foot on a track.
Want to take your training onto the oval? Many runners get their start in running on the roads. They were not on the high school track team, and have never even set foot on a track.
GPS watches often interfere with our ability to measure our fatigue level and adjust pace based on effort. There’s a certain pace or heart rate range which we feel is acceptable or normal, and anythin
GPS watches often interfere with our ability to measure our fatigue level and adjust pace based on effort. There’s a certain pace or heart rate range which we feel is acceptable or normal, and anythin
If (like me) you have become aware of a lack of diversity in your running circle and want to change that, here’s a great way to start.
In the eRACE Racism Challenge you are paired with a runner of a different skin colour and work toward your goal miles/kms together.
This Virtual Challenge is hosted by Black Girls Run. I am not affiliated but I am SIGNED UP! I think this is a great idea and want to make sure as many people know about it as possible. Let me know if you sign up too!
