Boost Your Running Confidence; Must-Have Running Gear

Most runners, especially beginners, will have moments when they doubt themselves. It often happens after a particularly bad run, or during a period when life gets in the way of your training.

Here are some ways to deal with those feelings, boost your confidence, and run to your potential.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Boost Your Running Confidence; Must-Have Running Gear Most runners, especially beginners, will have moments when they doubt themselves. It often happens after a particularly bad run, or during a period when life gets in the way of your training. Here are some ways to deal with those feelings, boost your confidence, and run to your potential. Christine Luff Running & Jogging Expert 10 Steps to a Successful Running Habit   Some people start out with good intentions to maintain a regular running habit, but eventually give up after a couple of weeks. Try some of these tips to maintain your motivation and determination to keep running.   READ NOW 7 Ways to Deal With Marathon Anxiety   Running 26.2 miles is not something that you should take lightly.   But there are ways to work through your pre-marathon nerves so that you're not a basket-case in the days leading up to your race.  Here are some suggestions.   READ NOW How to Deal With the Naysayers   What's the best way to deal with people who offer unsolicited (and often incorrect) advice or negative feedback about running?  Here are the three types of naysayers you'll encounter and strategies for dealing with them.   READ NOW 7 Mind Games and Strategies for Long Runs and Races   The mental challenge of long runs and races can be just as tough (if not more difficult) as the physical demands of the distance. Here are some mental games and strategies that can improve your confidence, help you stay focused, and even boost your performance.   READ NOW Must-Have Gear for Runners   A great thing about running is that you really don't have to have a lot of fancy equipment to get it done. However, there are some cool running gadgets and gear out there that can keep you more comfortable, happy, and injury-free. Here are some must-have running items.   READ NOW 5 Strategies to Cure Running Burnout   Runners go through periods when they feel like they need a break -- both mentally and physically -- from running. To help avoid reaching that point of burnout from running, try some of these strategies. READ NOW Featured Articles • The Surprising Way Hillary Clinton Treats Her Thyroid Condition • How Your Eye Color Is Affecting Your Cataract Risk • 8 Top Foods for Healthy Eyes • How to Write a Psychology Research Paper • 6 Tips To Decrease Binge Eating • How To get The Right Amount of Protein For Your Specific Fitness Goals • 8 Shocking Facts About Skin Cancer to Scare You Into Preventing Burns • Why Swings Might Be the Perfect Exercise Advertisement About Running & Jogging  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Running & Jogging newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.