Overcommitted? Why Runners Take On Too Much (and How to Fix It)

About this episode

Rob discusses the challenges of overcommitment for runners and offers strategies to manage commitments effectively.

Rob delves into the challenges of overcommitment and how it impacts athletes and their training. He shares personal insights and community experiences to explore why we often say 'yes' to too many tasks and commitments. Listeners will learn about the psychological underpinnings of overcommitment, including fear of missing out and the pressure to be reliable. Rob offers practical strategies to help identify when you're overcommitted and provides tools to manage your commitments effectively, ensuring alignment with personal values and goals. Discover how to implement circuit breakers, the 'Yes-Damn Effect,' and other techniques to maintain balance between training and life's other demands. Join Rob as he encourages listeners to reassess their commitments, make informed decisions, and create more time for intentional training and personal fulfilment. Whether you're juggling family, work, and training, or just seeking a more balanced approach to your passions, this episode offers invaluable insights and practical advice to achieve your true potential. Join the final cohort of the Mindset For Runners Course for 2025 here: https://www.robmasonruns.com.au/course

People in this episode

Host: Rob Mason

Topics covered

• overcommitment
• athlete training
• psychological insights
• personal values
• commitment management
• work-life balance

Keywords

• overcommitment
• training balance
• psychological underpinnings
• fear of missing out
• commitment strategies
• personal fulfilment
• Yes-Damn Effect

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mindset For Runners Course

Places: 2025

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