Stop Guessing: How To Pick A Race And A Plan That Fit Your Goals Strides For Strength podcast

Stop Guessing: How to Pick a Race and a Plan That Fit Your Goals

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We’re re-airing this crowd favorite from our 6-part Race Series — because picking your next race shouldn’t be a shot in the dark.

Whether you’re signing up for your first-ever race or chasing a PR, this episode is packed with advice on how to choose a distance, course, and timeline that fits your goals and your life. We also break down what kind of training plan is best for your season and why not all plans (especially the free ones) are created equal. This one’s a must-listen if you're planning your next big goal race!

What We Cover:

How to pick a race that actually aligns with your life & energy
Why “just sign up” might be sabotaging your race day
When to choose a custom plan vs. a template
Our favorite tools for race research
Why cutback weeks matter more than you think
How to avoid burnout by training smarter (not harder)
Common training plan mistakes (and how to avoid them)

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Our go-to for race research: RunningInTheUSA.com

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