| Title: |
Marathon mindset. (cover story) |
| Authors: |
Harding, Anna |
| Source: |
Women's Running (Anthem Publishing); Apr2026, Issue 196, p48-53, 6p, 5 Color Photographs |
| Subject Terms: |
PERFORMANCE anxiety; PSYCHOLOGICAL techniques; MINDFULNESS; PSYCHOLOGICAL resilience; AFFIRMATIONS (Self-help) |
| Abstract: |
The article focuses on the psychological strategies runners can use to manage race-day nerves and mental challenges across any race distance. It explains that pre-race anxiety is a natural response linked to adrenaline and can be reframed as excitement to improve performance. Key mental tools include establishing consistent pre-race routines, managing negative thoughts through positive self-talk and mantras, breaking the race into smaller segments, and maintaining proper fueling and hydration to support mental clarity. The piece emphasizes that finishing strong is about persistence and mindset rather than speed, encouraging runners to focus on their personal experience and goals throughout the race. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: |
Complementary Index |