Running After Age 40

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/

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 products!

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 to see all the things we chat about on the running podcast!

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!

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 health. We also review how to manage them so that you can live a happy, fulfilled life and ENJOY being a runner.Visit https://runningwithgrit.com/favorites to review all products and favorites discussed on this podcast for masters runners!

Join us as we interview masters runner and marathoner Joe Emas. Joe is a stellar story-teller and motivator. He teaches us to:Embrace changeDance a little along the run at racesTake in the sunsetOpen yourself to opportunityAnd MORE!Favorites from the Running After Age 40 PodcastThis episode is sponsored by Factor.

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

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

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's one way to maximize fitness all day and not just on the run?7) How can taking a cold shower change your mindset?https://www.runningwithgrit.comEpisode Links:Factor MealsThrive Market DiscountFavorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast

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 on running past 40!Save $40 off your first order of FACTOR Meals at this link.Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast

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. https://www.runningwithgrit.com Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast

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.runningwithgrit.com for more information about running past 40.Save $40 off your first order of FACTOR Meals at this link.Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast

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

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 running after managing a running injury. Jena discusses "rage walking" and how to recover, all in a way that is doable for busy runners.Jena's links:Recommendation for Chris Johnson The Running Zone Podcast (strength)Her InstagramHer Website (where you can book coaching and PT)Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast 

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 every day the best you can.https://www.runningwithgrit.comFavorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast

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 that changing the words you speak to yourself can change your running, and your life. These are running mantras you can't forget.https://www.runningwithgrit.comSave $40 off your first order of FACTOR Meals at this link.

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 your training, we delve into the details that shape your runner's narrative.As we navigate through this introspective journey, we emphasize the significance of asking the right questions. By uncovering the motivations behind your runs and understanding the factors that impact your performance, you'll gain valuable insights that set the stage for effective goal-setting.We discuss how this audit isn't just about logging miles but about peeling back the layers of your running identity. Do you run for the thrill, the challenge, or the meditative escape? Our questions prompt you to explore the emotional and mental dimensions of your running practice.We highlight the notion that setting meaningful goals requires a clear understanding of your starting point. It's akin to plotting a course on a map – you can't reach your destination without first locating where you are. By the end of this episode, you'll have a personalized roadmap, informed by the answers to your self-directed inquiries, laying the foundation for a purposeful and fulfilling year of running ahead.For more information on running after age 40, visit https://www.runningwithgrit.com

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 running over 40.Save $40 off your first order of FACTOR Meals at this link.Favorites from the Running After Age 40 Podcast

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

There's not a listener out there who can't relate to feeling tired when you run. Or when you race. Or when your alarm goes off!So what should you do? Should you slow down? Stop? Hit snooze?We discuss four strategies for dealing with the "I'm so tired" whether you are on a training run, feeling tired during a race, or just struggling with energy on a weekly or monthly basis as a runner or fitness enthusiast after the age of 40.https://www.runningwithgrit.com is the site for all things related to running over 40