The crisp air mornings are back and the runs all of a sudden are feeling magical and great again.  It's the realization that you didn't lose all your fitness over the summer it was just the humidity.  As we continue to train for our fall races it's important not to lose sight of all that training you did over the summer when it felt harder and the splits were slower.  It's also important to not get lost in the sauce of running a PR is the only way to show your growth.  There are so many ways as a runner, heck a human, to see the strides you are making in your life because of running and when we make it a PR or bust mindset we are adding unncesserary pressure on something that is already hard enough.  Chase your goals but do it in a sustainable way that helps you see the big picture insead of only being focused on the outcomes.

Inside this week’s newsletter:

• Q&A

• This or That

• Current Event - Boston Marathon Registration Has Opened!

• On the blog -

• We're Hiring - Content Repurposing Assistant

We've officially hit the -ber months, which means it's the biggest racing season of the year. From World Majors to local races, this is one of the busiest and most exciting times for runners chasing their goals. Lining up to test your potential is one of the best parts of the sport, but don't forget to celebrate every starting line. Finishing a healthy training block (even with a few hiccups along the way) is an achievement worth recognizing. Simply arriving at race day strong is something to be proud of.

As of approach your goal race, carry that pride with you. Don't wait until the finish line to feel it. Too often, we act as if pride can only come after we hit our goals. But the truth is, once we hit one milestone, we almost immediately set our sights on the next. That means if you only allow yourself to feel proud once you “arrive,” you'll never fully pause to celebrate how far you've already come.

So instead, give yourself permission now. Before each race, take a moment to acknowledge your journey, training, and the opportunity to keep chasing your potential.

Inside this week’s newsletter:

• Q&A

• This or That

• Current Event - A New World Major

• On the blog: The Price Tag of a “Free” Sport

• Did you know The Running Explained Podcast is also on YouTube??

Let’s get after it!