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Are Your "Easy" Runs Sabatoging Your Results?

Running

Are Your "Easy" Runs Sabatoging Your Results?

The Planted Runner›
Feb 19, 202619:00

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Episode Notes

It is normal to think, “I need to run faster to run faster.”  But that drive to run faster may actually be what’s stopping you from getting what you want.

And not to mention, when you actually try to slow down your runs, it feels awkward and unnatural.

Why is that?  And how do you physically run slower when it feels so weird?

Today we’ll dive deep into the power of running slowly to run faster.  

You’ll learn:


the scientific reasons slow running works so well


the amount of slow running you need to improve, and


how you make slow running feel less awkward

This concept is undoubtedly the most critical thing you can do to become a better endurance runner.  So if you are a new runner or you have been running for years with disappointing results, this is absolutely what you need to hear right now.

Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition.

If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library. 

Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less.

LINKS:

If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link.

For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner

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RECENT REVIEWS:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Great tips and tricks to keep me inspired.

Thank you Claire, for helping me get through a dreaded treadmill workout.  The tips in last week’s episode hit the mark.  I ran a 10k for the first time on one this morning.  I appreciate all the time you spend on strengthening our mental health when trying to get through those tough runs.

GreatLakesBrandie

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Perfect timing 😊

I am a listener from Asia and I stumbled upon your podcast a year ago. I have been running for a few years now but just recently shifted to a plant based diet. I am so happy I found this podcast. It really helped me a lot and up to now, I’m still learning every episode. It has been tough having this lifestyle, especially where I am from where the resources are very meager. Thank you so much and I always look forward to weekly episodes. Keep it up, I hope you know how much help and inspiration you are able to give 💯

ammmilo

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Informative and fun

I really enjoy listening to this podcast. It’s interesting and informative. I’m a new runner and follow a predominantly plant-based diet so it’s a perfect fit.

Piculina

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