Things to inspire or to motivate
They say a goal without a plan is just a dream, and I completely agree. Whether it is a running schedule, a strength training routine, or a meal plan, I love the structure. Knowing what is expected keeps me honest and consistent. But let’s be honest: consistency takes discipline. In my experience, discipline beats motivation
The Power of the “Bare Minimum”: How to Beat Resistance and Find Consistency Read More »
Celebrating the Comeback, Not Just the Distance Last week, a simple, automated email from SmashRun gave me a jolt of perspective. It was my regular weekly running update, the kind you barely pay attention to, until one line practically leapt off the screen: “the most run in 2 years.” The number? 34km for the week.
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We’ve all been there. The alarm goes off, and the thought of getting that workout in feels less appealing than staying snuggled under the covers. Motivation, like the weather, can be unpredictable. Some days it’s abundant, others it’s nowhere to be found. So, how do I find that spark when it’s hiding? Here’s my toolkit
How I Find Motivation on Days I Don’t Want to Workout Read More »
A Simple Shift with Big Results We’ve all been there. You try something new, put yourself out there, and then it doesn’t go as planned. The sting of disappointment sets in, and that familiar voice whispers, “You failed.” But what if we reframed that voice? What if, instead of defeat, we saw an opportunity for
Changing I’m Failing to I’m Learning Read More »
There’s a certain magic to race day. Months of training culminate in that single moment when you toe the starting line, a mix of nerves and excitement coursing through your veins. Back in August 2016, I participated in the Peaks and Trails 26km event in Dunkeld. My goal? Crush that sub-3-hour mark. As the race
The Art of Showing Up: Second Place and Beyond Read More »
This isn’t a call to embrace chaos. Nobody wants a houseguest who forgets the concept of “inside voices” or a baker who “wings it” with the fire alarm blaring. But it is about letting go of the pressure to be flawless and instead celebrating our wonderfully messy selves. Let’s face it, folks: striving for perfection
The Not-So-Perfect Guide to Imperfectly Perfect Living Read More »
Why the Journey Matters More Than the PB Not that long ago I wrote about why races are about the journey, not the destination. Yet, when I first started my running journey, I became obsessed with pace, times, and that ever-elusive personal best (PB). It would be years of running and dipping my toe in
Beyond the Finish Line Read More »
We all know the importance of asking questions. It’s a cornerstone of learning and growth. At some point in your life, you will be asking the question of Why? Now while the Why question is important in revealing your fundamental truth, there is one question that often gets overlooked. How, can I do that? This
The Unassuming Superpower: Why Asking “How?” Can Change Your Life Read More »
We all love a good personal best (PB). That feeling of pushing your limits and seeing a new number on the clock is undeniably satisfying. But what if I told you that the true magic of races lies elsewhere, in the experience itself? The Race as a Celebration: Coming down the finish chute of the
Beyond the Finish Line: Why Races Are About the Journey, Not the Destination Read More »
Forget chasing unicorns – motivation is even harder to catch. Sure, it might dance like a sugarplum fairy around New Year’s resolutions, but let’s be real, that buzz fades faster than a free gym membership offer in March. So, instead of waiting for motivation to grace us with its fickle presence, let’s unveil the real
Monday Motivation: Just Do It Read More »
