Running Motivation Archives - Page 6 of 9

10 Fun Running Challenges to Boost Motivation

January 8, 2025 Christine Luff 0

If you’re bored with your usual running routine, you may want to try a fun running challenge to re-ignite your love for running. Here are some challenges that are sure to help you get your […]

8 Ways to Push Through a Training Slump and Improve Motivation

January 6, 2025 Christine Luff 0

When you’re training for a big race such as a marathon, it’s common to hit a point in your training where you feel like you’re not making any progress or that you’re losing fitness. Whether […]

Marathon in a Month Running Challenge

January 5, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Do you want to run a marathon — but just not all on the same day? Then this Marathon in a Month running challenge is for you! This challenge is motivating, fun, and – most […]

How Do I Deal With Running Slower As I Get Older?

January 4, 2025 Christine Luff 0

“I’ve been running for nearly 20 years and had lots of PRs when I was younger. Now that I’m older, I don’t have as much time to train and my body takes longer to recover. […]

9 Good Reasons to Love Cold Weather Running

January 3, 2025 Christine Luff 3

Whenever someone asks me why I run outside during the cold, dark winter months, I have a basic spiel that I go through to convince them (and remind myself) why I love running through the […]

10 Fantastic Benefits of Group Running

January 3, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Running with others is one of the most effective strategies for running habit formation and maintenance. Indeed, the social benefits of running are among the biggest reasons why runners start and stick with running. Whether […]

Mental Strategies to Stay Motivated During Your Half or Full Marathon Training

January 2, 2025 Christine Luff 0

Struggling to maintain motivation during your training? As a running coach, I see talk to runners all to time who have trouble maintaining their motivation when they’re training for a big race, such as a […]

One Race a Month Running Challenge

December 26, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Having a race on your calendar is one of the best ways to stay motivated to keep running, so taking this One Race a Month Running Challenge can help keep you running all year long. […]

How to Beat Running Excuses and Boost Motivation

December 20, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Sometimes we have the best intentions to run, but something gets in the way. Often it’s our busy schedules or the weather that’s the culprit; while other times it’s just that we can’t muster the […]

How to Avoid Running Burnout

December 9, 2024 Christine Luff 0

Runners go through periods when they feel like they need a break — both mentally and physically — from running. It sometimes happens after completion of a big race that you have been working toward […]