About Running & Jogging: Get Over Your Summer Running Slump

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Running & Jogging Running & Jogging Beginners Training & Racing Shoes & Gear From Christine Luff, your Guide to Running & Jogging If you're feeling unmotivated to run right about now, you're in excellent company! I often hear complaints from runners this time of year because they feel like they're not making any progress and they're worried about being ready for fall races. When the weather is hot and humid, it's tough to judge your fitness level and you may get frustrated when you run one bad run after another. This week I have tips to avoid feeling discouraged or unmotivated. How to Get Over a Bad Run While it's tough to get through difficult runs, it's sometimes even harder to deal with the disappointment and frustration you feel after the run is over. Follow these tips to get over a bad run. How to Boost Your Motivation Don't let a bad run make you feel unmotivated to get back out there again. Try some of these ideas. How to Avoid Burnout from Running To help avoid reaching that point of burnout from running, try some of these strategies. Cross Training for Runners Participating in activities other than running, such as swimming, biking, or yoga, one to two days a week gives your running muscles a break and can also help revive your mental outlook. Running & Jogging Ads Avia Running Brooks Running Brooks Shoes Best Running Shoes Nike Shoe Featured Articles How to Deal With Discomfort During Long Runs Do Toning Shoes Work? Common Weight Loss Mistakes Video: Ab Workouts for Runners What Are Your Favorite Running Shoes? Why Do I Feel So Sluggish?   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Christine Luff Running & Jogging Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Running & Jogging newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Get Started With Running Running for Weight Loss Common Running Mistakes Your First 5K Top 40 Running Music Advertisement