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74: How to Set Realistic Running Goals (With Elisabeth Scott of Running Explained)

Jul 13, 202434 minTranscript available on Metacast
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Episode description

We are doing something a bit different in this episode! Periodically, we will bring guests onto the show. Today we have our first guest, who has graciously hosted us on her podcast before. Elisabeth Scott of Running Explained joins us for a discussion on running goals. 


Discussion points include: 

  • Process goals vs outcome goals
  • How much can you improve in a training cycle?
  • How to set realistic running goals
  • How to use race equivalency calculators
  • Mental vs physical limitations 
  • How to reset after missing your goals
  • How social media impacts goal setting


Further Resources: 

Elisabeth’s Goal Setting Masterclass: https://www.runningexplained.co/challenge-page/masterclass-goalsetting

Slate marathon calculator: https://www.slate.com/articles/sports/sports_nut/2014/10/running_calculator_introducing_slate_s_marathon_time_predictor_a_better.html

Follow Elisabeth @runningexplained on Instagram


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