At least a few times a month, decide what route you’re going to run, and then leave your watch at home. Other days, run wherever, guided by total time on your watch. The thing to mostly avoid is timing yourself over the same courses day after day. That way lies the madness of beating yourself up for running slower than you “should”

Are you enjoying training more?

👉 Are you feeling refreshed or drained after a run?

👉 Are you giving the correct amount of effort for the workout?

👉 Are you saving racing for race day?

Numerical data is important, but it is NOT everything!

When we asked runners for tips they use to get through a tough long run via Instagram, one of the most popular was the concept of the “gratitude mile.” Runners explained that taking a mile to think about what they are thankful for helps them shift their mindset and get them past a midrun slump.