[RACE SERIES] Train the Brain Like You Train the Body

10 Sep 2025 • 41 min • EN
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Race day nerves, mid-run meltdowns, and the fear of not finishing—we’ve all faced those moments when things don’t go according to plan. In this episode, Michaela and Erin dive into the mental side of racing: what to do when your goals feel out of reach, how to reframe negative thoughts mid-race, and why training your mindset is just as important as training your body. Whether you’re chasing a PR or simply trying to finish strong, this is about when the doubt or discomfort creeps in bcz let"s be real- IT WILL.  What You’ll Hear:How to mentally prep for the discomfort of race dayWhy mindset needs to be trained just like your legsWhat to do when your race isn’t going to planVisualization tools that actually workHow to reset mid-race when doubt or fear creeps in CONNECT WITH US: IG: @sfsrunners Coach Erin: @therunningrosen Coach Michaela: @michaela_robertson_ WEBSITE: https://www.stridesforstrength.com/ JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST

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