About Running & Jogging: It's All Mental

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Running & Jogging Running & Jogging Beginners Training & Racing Shoes & Gear From Christine Luff, your Guide to Running & Jogging "Running is a mental sport...we're all insane!" I'm not sure who said this quote first but I love it. Joking aside, all runners know running can be as much a mental challenge as it is a physical test of strength and fitness. This week I have some advice on how to get through some of the mental challenges that come with running. Mental Tips for Long Runs Some runners find that their body is willing to run longer, but it's too hard mentally to keep going. Follow these tips to help win the mental battle while running. How to Run Through Discomfort See More About:  mental tricks  exercise motivation  marathon running Boost Your Mood Running Running usually helps me relieve stress, but there are times when I'm either bored or tired and I'm not feeling very upbeat when running. When you find yourself in a bad mood during a run, try some of these ideas as a pick-me-up. How to Recover from a Bad Run See More About:  running motivation  running quotes  Beat Your Excuses for Not Running Here are some of the most popular excuses for not running -- and how to make sure you don't fall victim to them. See More About:  exercise motivation  mental tricks  running clubs Beat Boredom on the Treadmill Struggling with boredom on the treadmill? Try some of these tips for keeping your workouts from getting stale. See More About:  treadmill running  exercise motivation  boredom during runs Running & Jogging Ads Running Shoes Puma Running Jogging Shoes Asics Runners Brooks Running Featured Articles How to Set SMART Running Goals When Will I Feel a Runner's High? Avoid Sneezing and Wheezing on the Run How to Buy Running Shoes Embarrassing Running Problems Marathon Tapering Advice   More from About.com Favorite Summer Frozen Drinks Blended with ice or chock full of fresh fruit, these yummy drinks will liven up any warm-weather gathering. More> Best Frozen Summer Desserts Ten easy, delicious, make-ahead desserts that will cool you down on the hottest of summer days. 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 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads How to Start Running Running for Weight Loss Common Running Mistakes Run Your First 5K Running Songs Advertisement