Anxiety In Running - You're Not Alone

About this episode

This episode discusses the common anxieties runners face, including imposter syndrome and fear of injury, while also touching on recent changes to the UTMB Index.

Anxiety in running is far more common than most people admit — and when we asked you about it on Instagram, the response was big. In this episode, it’s just us — no guest — having a proper, honest conversation about the different types of anxiety runners experience. From imposter syndrome and fear of injury, to getting lost mid-race, toilet disasters and Strava anxiety. We break it all down — what these anxieties actually look like, why they show up, and how we deal with them both as runners and from a coaching perspective. Some of it’s serious, some of it’s surprisingly funny, but all of it is real when you’re in the moment. We also touch briefly on the recent UTMB Index changes and what they might (or might not) mean for everyday runners. If you’ve ever stood on a start line questioning yourself, overthought a long run, or worried about something going wrong… this one will probably resonate. If it does, send it to someone who might need to hear it. Coaching enquiries⁠⁠ Support the show via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and buy us a coffee. We’re proud to be supported by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Protein Rebel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — get 15% off with code TTF15 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Beta Outdoor Sports⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , where you…

People in this episode

Host: Max Stuart

Topics covered

• anxiety in running
• imposter syndrome
• fear of injury
• getting lost mid-race
• toilet disasters
• Strava anxiety
• coaching perspective

Keywords

• running anxiety
• imposter syndrome
• fear of injury
• Strava anxiety
• UTMB Index
• coaching
• long run worries

Sponsors

Protein Rebel, Beta Outdoor Sports, Trailskin

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BV Sports, Näak Nutrition

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