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How Letting Go of Perfection Made Me a Faster Runner

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What if missing a run was actually helping you get faster?


Trying to be the perfect runner? That mindset might be what’s holding you back. In this episode, I dive into why perfectionism leads to burnout and how embracing consistency—flaws and all—can actually help you run faster and stronger. I’ll break down the simple mindset shifts that turned my own running around, how to enjoy the process, and why missing a workout now and then won’t derail your goals. It’s all about small, daily improvements that compound over time. Let’s get into it.


Key Takeaways

  1. Perfectionism stalls progress—consistency is what truly compounds over time.
  2. Letting go of all-or-nothing thinking leads to more sustainable, enjoyable running.
  3. Small daily actions, even imperfect ones, are the secret to long-term success.

Timestamps

  • [00:02] Why chasing perfection is ruining your running
  • [01:17] The power of consistency over perfection
  • [02:06] How stopping while you feel good boosts long-term progress
  • [03:05] The "fitness savings account" concept
  • [04:05] Why zooming out helps you see the big picture
  • [05:05] Magic Mind review: boosting focus & endurance
  • [06:03] The balance of hard work and enjoying life
  • [06:43] Making running fun—even when it’s hard
  • [07:10] Embracing imperfection for lasting progress
  • [07:49] The 1% Better Runner framework explained

Links & Future Learnings


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What if missing a run was actually helping you get faster?


Trying to be the perfect runner? That mindset might be what’s holding you back. In this episode, I dive into why perfectionism leads to burnout and how embracing consistency—flaws and all—can actually help you run faster and stronger. I’ll break down the simple mindset shifts that turned my own running around, how to enjoy the process, and why missing a workout now and then won’t derail your goals. It’s all about small, daily improvements that compound over time. Let’s get into it.


Key Takeaways

  1. Perfectionism stalls progress—consistency is what truly compounds over time.
  2. Letting go of all-or-nothing thinking leads to more sustainable, enjoyable running.
  3. Small daily actions, even imperfect ones, are the secret to long-term success.

Timestamps

  • [00:02] Why chasing perfection is ruining your running
  • [01:17] The power of consistency over perfection
  • [02:06] How stopping while you feel good boosts long-term progress
  • [03:05] The "fitness savings account" concept
  • [04:05] Why zooming out helps you see the big picture
  • [05:05] Magic Mind review: boosting focus & endurance
  • [06:03] The balance of hard work and enjoying life
  • [06:43] Making running fun—even when it’s hard
  • [07:10] Embracing imperfection for lasting progress
  • [07:49] The 1% Better Runner framework explained

Links & Future Learnings


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  continue reading

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