Struggling to stay mentally strong during your race? Do you want to leverage your mental tools in your toolbox to maintain a strong mind during your training so you can execute the perfect race day strategy?
Chris McClung is a 2:45 marathoner, running coach, co-owner of Rogue Running and host of the Running Rogue podcast. Chris and I chat about mantras and mental tips for your best race day yet! We get into the following topics and so much more:
- Chris McClung Running Story
- What is a race mantra?
- Can a mantra make you run faster?
- How do you classify your running mantras?
- What is a “pre race” mantra?
- What is a rhythm mantra?
- What are the best mantras to use when closing in a race?
- How does visualization help boost your mindset for race day?
- Chris’ lessons learned about injury recovery
This was a value packed conversation with a true expert when it comes to running mindset. I hope you enjoy the episode with Chris who is a true professional in the running coaching and podcast community. Most importantly, I hope you learn a thing or two that you can take into your next race!
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Links and Resources from the show:
- Learn more about Chris and Rogue Running
- Follow Rogue Running on Instagram
- Download my free Race Day Blueprint
- Listen to my previous episode on marathon mindset
- Listen to my previous episode on how to push the mental limits during your race
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