10 Powerful Mindset Shifts that will Change Your Relationship with Running...and Yourself

Mile Marker Matriarch

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Today's episode will show you how to shift your mindset, with 10 powerful techniques, that will completely transform your relationship with running and yourself.

If you've ever struggled with a lack of motivation or confidence, perfectionism, juggling too many responsibilities, feeling discouraged, thinking that you're not a "real runner," or are stuck in your running journey, today's episode is a MUST listen! I'm sharing the ultimate guide to running strong and feeling unstoppable--which all starts in the mind.

In today's episode, you'll learn:

• • How to shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, so unexpected setbacks don’t derail your progress
  • Why challenging your inner narrative and reminding yourself that you can do hard things will unlock untapped resilience
  • The secret to moving beyond motivation to discipline, forming habits that keep you consistent even when running feels hard
  • How progress, not perfection, fuels long-term growth—and why consistency beats perfectionism every time
  • The art of listening to your body, tuning into emotional and physical cues to run smarter and prevent burnout
  • Mental tools like visualization and the “ladder method” to build real grit before hitting the pavement
  • The power of embracing the journey over the finish line, learning to find joy in every mile
    

After listening to this episode, you will be equipped with strategies, tips, and specific exercises that will upgrade your confidence, mental toughness, resilience, and grit. You're about to unlock mindset secrets that elite ultra-marathoners rely on--that will transform not only your runs, but your entire life.

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

• • Running Through Trauma podcast
  • Mental Toughness & Self‑Efficacy in Elite Ultra‑Marathoners
  • Influence of Psychological Factors on the Success of the Ultra-Trail Runner
  • Mel Robbins – The Let Them Theory

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Chapters

1. Visualize Success (00:00:00)

2. Shift from a Fixed Mindset to a Growth Mindset (00:02:30)

3. Challenge Your Narrative (00:09:53)

4. Shift from "I have to" to "I get to" (00:12:00)

5. Motivation is Flaky..Discipline Gets You Results (00:12:58)

6. Progress Over Perfection (00:14:54)

7. Meet Yourself Where You're At (00:15:53)

8. Listen to your body over your training plan (00:19:30)

9. Tap into your higher power (00:22:20)

10. Embrace the Journey, Not Just the Finish Line (00:28:30)