Overcoming Mental Barriers in Long Runs
I used to struggle with my long runs, but with expert-backed mental tips, I'm learning to push through.
During a recent 12-mile long run, I felt a sudden urge to stop at the 10-mile mark. I took a moment to assess my body and found that while my feet hurt, it was bearable. My knees and hips felt good, but I had some discomfort in my shoulders, which I was able to alleviate with some stretching.
However, a malfunctioning hydration bladder contributed to my desire to stop. Despite the challenges, I knew I could run longer, I just didn't want to.
I couldn’t get water out of my new hydration bladder thanks to a misaligned nozzle position, which contributed to me wanting to stop.
Author's summary: Mental tips help overcome long run struggles.