165: How To Reframe Negative Thoughts and Achieve Your Goals
About this episode
The episode discusses mental health challenges faced by athletes and practical techniques for achieving personal goals.
Disclaimer: This episode includes discussions around mental health which some listeners may find distressing. Andy and Sarah are joined by sports psychiatrist Dr. Amit Mistry, who works closely with ASICS in their caregiver programme, supporting elite athletes facing both physical and mental health challenges. They discuss the struggles Andy experienced as a professional athlete and how programmes like ASICS’ now provide much better support for athletes. Sarah also shares her fears and mental hurdles ahead of the Rotterdam Marathon, where she’ll be aiming for a personal best, and explores how listeners can apply practical techniques and coping strategies in their own lives. The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to The Running Channel Club…
People in this episode
Hosts: Andy Baddeley, Sarah Hartley
Guest: Dr. Amit Mistry
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Organizations: ASICS
Products: Wahoo
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