5 Ways to Improve Confidence and Enhance Your Runs with Positive Self Talk

13 Feb 2025 • 23 min • EN
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Send us a text #130 - In this episode, I share my journey with positive self talk and its impact on running performance. After being called out for negative self-talk during a training session, I researched how our internal dialogue can significantly affect our racing outcomes. I shared my experience from a recent 5K race where positive self-talk helped him achieve a personal best despite challenging weather conditions. Through personal experience and research, I break down practical strategies for developing and maintaining positive self-talk during training and races. Whether you"re dealing with difficult weather conditions, challenging terrain, or self-doubt, these actionable tips will help you harness the power of positive self-talk to enhance your running performance and achieve your goals. Topics Covered:Staying present-focused and preventing negative thoughtsMethods to reframe negative self-talk into positive statementsUsing milestones and past wins to build running confidenceBuilding a weatherproof mindset for challenging conditions Your Host Richard Conner Richard is a strategic marketing professional with experience in B2B marketing. Richard is the founder of Inspire to Run and is passionate about helping others reach their goals. He is a Connecticut native, a husband, dad, writer, Star Wars fan, and, of course, a runner!  Resources:To Run Your Best, Call Yourself ‘You’Incrediwear: Code for 10% off RICHARDCONNER Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “Inspire to Run Podcast is truly inspiring!” <– If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people — just like you — move toward the healthy life that they desire. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Join the Inspire to Run community:Website - Inspire to Run Facebook - @InspiretoRunInstagram - @InspiretoRunPodcastStrava - @InspiretoRun For more information, visit Inspire to Run. Join the community and click the subscribe button!30 Day Healthy Living Program Start your wellness journey and feel better with a 30-Day Healthy Living program! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

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