[header] How to push yourself when running [title] Repeat positive mantras to yourself. [step] Pick a certain phrase that motivates you and repeat this in your head before, during, and even after each run. Keep it short and positive in tone.
[header] How to push yourself when running [title] Repeat positive mantras to yourself. [step] Pick a certain phrase that motivates you and repeat this in your head before, during, and even after each run. Keep it short and positive in tone.
Look in the mirror and repeat this word to yourself to remind yourself to relax and get through the challenge. [substeps] For example, instead of saying, " i can do this, " say to yourself, " i am strong and great. You might say, " i can do this, " or " keep it going. " once you establish a breathing pattern, you can say this phrase in between breaths to keep the pattern going. Practicing this will help improve your confidence, so remind yourself when you've done this in the past. [substeps] For example, say to yourself, " i am doing these steps because i am confident and i can do this! I am great at running. When you're not running, chances are, you're going to end up feeling scared and a bit depressed. Even if you don't expect to actually feel faint when running, it helps to have that phrase on your mind at all times.