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Mind Over Marathon. Discover your dreams and take them from inception to a flourishing finish. Whether you’re competing in an actual race or navigating the marathon of life, developing a strong mental game is vital for your success. In this inspiring book, Gabe Cox uses examples from her running experience, relating them to success principles ...
Mind Over Distance; Winning the Marathores Mental Game Race Falls, Fun & Motivation The Course: What You Need to Know Marathon Running Over the Years Clinical & Sport Psychologist Koehler, M.S.ESS Sport Performance Expert -Race Announcer Mark Sullivan Charter MCR Philadelphia Marathon Legacy Member iRuniCoach.com Bart Yasso past Editor - World
- Mental Marathon Race Strategy 1: Focus on The Moment
- Mental Marathon Race Strategy 2: Use Positive Thinking
- Mental Marathon Race Strategy 3: Remind Yourself of The “Why”
Firstly, it’s useful to try to focus on the moment instead of the finish line. Reduce your concentration to the moment you’re in right now. Keep your goal narrow and short and say to yourself, ‘the next five minutes.’ The focus of the goal can then shift to holding a good rhythm. Count the rhythm as a mantra and say ‘you can do this’ to yourself. J...
While remaining calm and trusting in the work you’ve put in can relieve some of the stress and pre-race jitters, the start line isn’t the only place where doubts and negative thinking can affect your psyche. During the course of a marathon, there will be portions of the race that challenge your mental fortitude – no matter if you’re a middle of the...
Another race-day strategy you can try as part of your pre-race mental training is reminding yourself of the reason why you decided to train for such a grueling event in the first place. Focus on the reason why you’re doing the run, why it’s important. Drawing on this when you need it can bring up powerful emotions. Many charity runners have such a ...
Imagine life as a marathon: a series of challenges, achievements, and the occasional unexpected hurdle. It's not just a test of physical endurance but a mental and emotional odyssey too. In this journey, the strategies used by endurance athletes can offer valuable lessons. From setting realistic goals and building mental toughness to harnessing the power of visualization and mastering the art ...
Jan 5, 2022 · Elite runners don’t make it to the top of their sport without training their legs, lungs, and hearts. But nearly any high-level competitor will tell you it’s difficult to perform your best if ...
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Dec 28, 2023 · The mental game extends beyond the race — it’s a lifelong journey of self-discovery and growth. Embracing Setbacks: Turning Challenges into Opportunities. Not every run is a smooth ride, and not every race ends in triumph. Embrace setbacks as opportunities for growth. The Mind Over Miles mindset thrives on resilience.
Creating a marathon mindset. David Ball, 61, from Dallas, Texas in the United States was never a runner. He led a fairly sedentary life and was overweight by his mid 30s. A serious fall during that time broke David’s leg in three places and tore several ligaments. As depression started to creep in, he neglected to do the necessary physical ...
