Whether you’re a seasoned runner over 40 or just getting started, this episode is packed with actionable ideas to help you create habits that stick. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What decision fatigue is and how it impacts your ability to run consistently. Why simplifying your daily choices can free up energy for your running goals. 15 creative and practical ways to reduce decision fatigue as a runner. Key Takeaways from the Episode: Plan Your Runs in Advance: Schedule your runs for the wee...
Dec 28, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 126
Happy Holidays from The Running After Age 40 Podcast! We discuss QUICK ways to be a little kinder on the roads. Kindness matters. This episode is sponsored by Garden Cup ! Enjoy healthy, ready-to-eat salads delivered to your door. Use this LINK f or 20% off your first order. Perfect for quick meals, on-the-go lunches, and healthy snacks. Additional Resources: Holiday Gift Ideas for Runners : Check out the show notes for our holiday gift list for runners. https://runningwithgrit.com/gifts-for-run...
Dec 18, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 125
We dive into an issue that many runners face— overthinking . Whether you're hesitating to start running, debating on signing up for a race, or just getting stuck in your thoughts, these 10 strategies can help simplify your running journey and bring more ease to your routine. Drawing from insights from friends, top running advice, and mental strategies, these tips are perfect for runners of all levels. Key Takeaways: Use the 5-Second Rule Inspired by Mel Robbins, the 5-Second Rule (counting down ...
Nov 20, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 124
Special Guest Episode with Joseph Emas- his philosophy that running, like fine wine, only improves with time. Joe’s inspiring story includes overcoming health challenges, running marathons, and finding joy in every step of his running journey. Key Highlights: Introduction to Joe’s Running Journey Joe shares insights from his 47 years of running, including completing 50 marathons and building lasting friendships through the sport. His positive mindset and determination have helped him face both p...
Nov 13, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 123
Welcome to Episode 122 of the Running After Age 40 podcast! Today, we’re tackling a topic that every runner, and really anyone committed to a fitness routine, has likely faced— burnout. We share seven powerful strategies to help you manage those times when you feel drained and ready to give up on running. Here’s a rundown of what to expect: Key Takeaways: Reconnect with Your Why Burnout often comes from losing touch with your deeper motivation. Rediscover your purpose, whether it’s to stay activ...
Nov 05, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 122
Let's exploring countdown framing —a powerful strategy where you start with a total goal and count down, not up. This approach, sparked by a post I saw about the remaining days of 2024, can bring new motivation to your running. Counting down the days left in the year made me feel that extra push, so today we’re applying that same idea to training and races. Let’s make the final stretch of any goal as rewarding as the finish line! Key Topics Countdown Framing Explained How this technique gives yo...
Oct 29, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 121
Welcome to Episode 120 of the Running After Age 40 podcast! Today we’re tackling a mindset shift that can make a big difference in your running and overall health: turning “I wish” into actionable steps. In This Episode: Five Common “I Wish” Statements : I dive into five “I wish” thoughts we often have around running, training, and health, and how to flip those into actions that move us forward. "I wish I had started sooner" : Instead of dwelling on when you began, appreciate where you are now a...
Oct 24, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 120
Ever wondered how to keep your running routine intact when life throws major changes your way? In this episode, we explore how runners over 40 can navigate big life transitions—whether it’s sending kids off to college, starting a new job, or moving to a new city—while staying committed to their fitness and well-being. We share seven actionable tips to keep running at the center of your life, helping you find balance and mental clarity amidst the chaos. Key Takeaways: Don’t skip your runs – Consi...
Oct 12, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 119
That title really made you want to listen to this episode huh! Why you should do what you hate related to running and fitness... For years, I have told everyone I hate yoga. Thus, I don't do yoga. But in reality, it is something that would really benefit me as a runner and a woman over the age of 40. We discuss 2 reasons why you should pick a few things that you hate and do them anyway. And we discuss HOW to get yourself to do them. https://runningwithgrit.com/category/faves/ for all things rela...
May 30, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 118
Goals and resolutions are not just for New Years! The change of seasons can be the ideal time to reassess YOUR goals and motivation in running. We discuss specific questions to ask yourself as we approach a new season. Grab a pencil and paper and listen along. Running in the summer can be an amazing gift during vacations and sunsets- don't miss out in the craziness and have your goals and plans made in advance! Running With Grit's Favorite Things...
May 15, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 117
Have you ever experience the "runner's high"? If so, do you know what causes it? We've always heard that endorphins produce that wonderful post-exercise feeling. BUT newer research proves that theory wrong, and instead, suggests that endocannabinoids are responsible. Listen in as expert Blaise Collins, PhD, ACSM-EP-C shares an overview of what really causes the runner's high. He gives us a summary of a review article from The International Journal of Molecular Science. View his full article here...
May 08, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 116
How we define happy depends on the person, but we all can find our own meaning of being a "happy runner". In this episode, we dive into 7 ways to find and maintain happiness as a runner in your 40s and beyond. Spoiler alert- it starts by putting a smile on your face. Support the Running After Age 40 Podcast by sharing the following links: https://runningwithgrit.com/favorites/
Apr 29, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 115
Have you ever stopped to think about why some people stick with running and an exercise plan and why other's don't? What is it about the people who don't stick with it that makes them quit? And why do others run for 50 plus years, still loving it and finding passion in the sport? We discuss my favorite ways to stay motivated as a runner- even on the hardest days, hardest years, and hardest decades. Visit https://www.runningwithgrit.com/category/faves for specific information on our favorite prod...
Apr 16, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 114
We can train our physical fitness and measure it - we can easily measure our miles, our times, our heart rate, and almost instantaneously see improvements. But what about your emotional fitness? Have you been paying attention to it? Do you have clear and concrete goals on training your mind to be the best you that you can be AND the best runner that you can be? We discuss what emotional fitness means and some questions to ask yourself related to this tough topic! Visit our favorite things link t...
Apr 08, 2024•8 min•Season 1Ep. 113
Running is HARD. That's what makes it great but it also makes it hard to keep it up day after day, year after year. Giving yourself something to look forward to short term AND long term can make all the difference. We discuss some small ways to give yourself that reward and something to keep you moving! Visit https://runningwithgrit.com/favorites for our favorite things related to running after age 40!
Apr 02, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 112
Have you ever been told that you have TOO high of expectations of yourself for your running or fitness? It’s up to you to do some self reflection and analyze feedback that you receive, but it’s also up to you to set your goals where you want them. As noted in Good To Great by Jim Collins, it’s always possible to improve- the day you become satisfied is the day you stop getting better. We discuss why sometimes you SHOULD have high expectations of yourself (even unrealistic ones) in running and he...
Mar 19, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 111
Join us as we interview masters runner and marathoner Joe Emas. Joe is a stellar story-teller and motivator. He teaches us to: Embrace change Dance a little along the run at races Take in the sunset Open yourself to opportunity And MORE! Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast This episode is sponsored by Factor....
Mar 12, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 110
We all need mentors, in running, health, fitness, and life. In today's episode, we discuss finding unexpected mentors in our running- people of all ages, paces, and backgrounds. Specifically, we cover strategies to seek out new mentors as a runner and focus on always staying open to asking questions and learning about other runners to maximize our own journey. Episode Sponsor: Factor Meals (use link for coupon) Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast...
Mar 06, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 109
Putting yourself at the starting line of a race or deciding to start a training program to get back in shape can be anxiety-provoking. Pre-race nerves are real and almost everyone has them. We discuss 5 ways to minimize your pre-race anxiety (or training nerves)- for those who are seasoned racers and those who are setting a goal to start running. This episode is sponsored by Factor Meals- Click this link to save on your first order. Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast...
Feb 27, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 108
If you are a runner or trying to get back into running, what's on your checklist for the month? We discuss 7 ways to uplevel your running and fitness this month! 1) How can you make challenging things just a little easier to handle? 2) What is one way you can get a little more mental clarity on the run? 3) How can you best document your progress to ensure future success? 4) Why should you surprise yourself with small rewards? 5) How can you stop the stalling before heading out for a run? 6) What...
Feb 13, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 107
Most people are not runners. Most people are not concerned with their nutrition. Which means, most people are not going to understand your level of commitment and will consider your running "weird". We discuss 4 ways to handle dealing with non-supportive friends and family, and people who simply don't understand your running. Spoiler alert- they don't have to understand your running, they don't have to love running, and you can still love each other! https://www.runningwithgrit.com for more info...
Feb 07, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 106
As runners over 40, there are a lot of things out of our control. The weather, the hills, the stress from family and friends, a heavy load at work- you are busy people. The one thing we can always control in our health and fitness is our reaction to what happens in each workout and race. We discuss "Who are you when things get hard" and four specific ways to address hard races, hard workouts, and hard times in our lives. We also review how to stop avoiding doing the hard things out of fear. http...
Jan 30, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Have you ever noticed you get sick at the same time every year? Or maybe that you get injured at the same time during a training cycle for every marathon that you run? For you, maybe you hit rock bottom fatigue levels on a certain day each week. We discuss methods to be proactive about rest related to our running over age 40. Instead of trying to be superwomen and supermen, we discuss healthy ways to focus on our running, health, and nutrition to ensure that we get enough rest. Visit https://www...
Jan 24, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Here's what we don't discuss in this episode: goals, habits, or resolutions related to running. Here's what we discuss in this episode: LEARNING and why continuous learning keeps us sharp and ultimately helps our running and fitness. This episode is short and to the point but will remind you of the importance to never stop learning. Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast
Jan 02, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 103
Have you ever been told that you will never run again? Or maybe, as you are dealing with an injury, the health care practitioner told you just to stop running, only for the injury to return as soon as you return to running. Listen in as guest Jena Ziegler discusses how the running after age 40 crowd can reduce the chance of running injuries from happening in the first place. She is an RRCA and UESCA Certified Run Coach. She also details her recommendations for a safe and positive return to runni...
Dec 27, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 102
How do you want your running to feel in 2024? What word describes how you want your running AND your life to be in the next 12 months? We discuss strategies to brainstorm a word that reflects what you want to happen, and the why behind choosing a theme word for the year. We also provide example words for runners setting goals and resolutions (this is not a resolution) and focus on the FEEL. Join us if you are interested in maximizing your running over 40 next year and making sure that you make e...
Dec 19, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Self-Talk for runners, especially masters runners, matters more than you can even imagine. The words you say to yourself and thoughts you feel end up defining the limits of the miles you can run and the distance you can travel. We discuss 12 reframes for runners that are quick switches in the language you use with yourself, whether as thoughts or outloud to others. If you are a runner over the age of 40 or want to get started on a running journey, give this episode a quick listen. You may find t...
Dec 12, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Let's do a deep dive into the essence of self-reflection related to running and health. In this episode, we'll guide you through the process of conducting a comprehensive audit of your running journey, emphasizing the importance of understanding your current position before sprinting toward new goals. We kick off by exploring a series of thought-provoking questions designed to uncover the intricacies of your running experience. From assessing your 'wins' to reflecting on the highs and lows of yo...
Dec 05, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Runners love to run BUT we also procrastinate our workout sometimes. Can you relate? You know you need to get out the door but suddenly you end up checking email, grabbing another snack, or helping one of your kids. How can you trick your mind to getting yourself out for your run or workout more quickly? We share 10 tips for getting yourself out the door for your run faster that will ultimately make you fitter AND more fulfilled. Visit https://www.runningwithgrit.com for more information on runn...
Nov 27, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 98
If you are going to be healthy and fit and a runner over the age of 40, you aren't going to be normal. Are you okay with that? How do you feel when people judge you for being that weird runner or eating weird? We discuss statistics on health and fitness and why being weird can help you live longer, be less depressed, and why it's OKAY to be weird. Keep being that weird runner, and keep running and exercising after 40! https://www.runningwithgrit.com...
Nov 20, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 97
