Mental Training + Race Preparation with Dr. Erin Ayala
About this episode
This episode features Dr. Erin Ayala discussing mental training and race preparation for runners of all levels.
Whether you’re taking on your first 10K or about to run Boston, this episode offers practical, insightful advice from guest Erin Ayala , Ph.D., a Minneapolis-based sport psychologist and host of Feisty Women’s Performance podcast. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Erin shares: the value of “scary, joyful, and new” challenges; real-world suggestions for getting your brain on board w/ training; a gut-wrenching tale of a recent race going sideways; a 21st-century option for creating a vision board; and, the importance of feeling all the feels post-race. Before Erin hops on around 07:10, Coach Liz and Sarah reveal how they approach workouts while on vacation. Hydration bonus: Chug every time Erin includes a rhyme in a response! Shop our sponsors: Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Wahoo Kickr Run: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Episode Resources Erin Ayala: https://www.skadisportpsychology.com/ Feisty Women’s Performance podcast: https://feisty.co/podcasts/feisty-womens-performance/ Join AMR at…
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Host: Sarah Bowen Shea
Guest: Erin Ayala
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