11 Things Every Runner Should Do to Reach Their Potential

What separates athletes who reach their potential from those who plateau? In this fan-favorite episode, Coach TJ and Zoe break down 11 guiding principles that form the foundation of sustainable athletic growth—from knowing your why to controlling the controllables.But first, we settle the important debates: Pop-Tarts vs. Fig Newtons, why watermelon at aid stations is basically a psy-op, and which race day foods are actually worth reaching for.The 11 Principles:Know your whyCreate your visionCommitment to excellenceGoals as stepping stones (not leaps)Focus on the basicsEasy days easy, hard days hardShift from proving to improvingPractice patience and non-judgmentFeelings can be more informative than numbersStress is stressControl the controllablesCoaching announcement: Multi-sport coaches Zach Russell and Kristin Lane currently have roster spots open. Learn more at microcosm-coaching.comConnect with us:[email protected]