12 Months to Marathon - Episode 90 - Why Discipline Always Beats Motivation

Send us Fan MailEpisode 90 – Why Discipline Always Beats MotivationIf you’re waiting to feel motivated before you train, you’re already in trouble.In this episode, I break down why discipline will always beat motivation when it comes to marathon training, and why relying on “feeling like it” is one of the biggest mistakes runners make.As I record this, I’m just two days out from my 16th marathon, and this felt like the right time to talk about the difference between the runners who get it done… and the runners who keep waiting for the perfect mood, the perfect weather, or the perfect moment.We cover: Why motivation is unreliable  Why discipline is what actually gets marathon training done  The difference between hype and reality  Why winter miles, dark mornings, and wet runs are where the real work happens  How to use the “reality lens” instead of the comparison lens  Why following your plan matters more than chasing shiny objects or last-minute advice If you’re tapering for a marathon right now, this is your reminder to stop second-guessing, stop looking for magic beans, and trust the work you’ve already done.And if you’ve got a marathon later this year, this episode will help you understand one of the most important principles in endurance training:Only doing the work makes you capable of doing the thing.Follow me on Instagram @12monthstomarathon for daily running support, and if you’re over 35, you can join my free running community via the link in my bio.Support the show