#21 Running After a Break

Taking a break from running can happen for many reasons; injury, life changes, burnout, or simply needing time away. But returning can bring its own challenges, from comparing yourself to past fitness to feeling frustrated with how running feels in the early stages.In this episode, runners share:The stories of why they took a break from running, whether that be enforced or by choiceThe biggest mental challenges they faced when returningHow they rebuilt their confidence and found their rhythm againAdvice for runners who are currently taking a break or preparing to come back after time awayRunners featured on this episode:Hannah Conrath (@han_ontrack)Mafio Ison (@mafioison)Michael Burton (@michaelburton)Jamie Butler (@mediumrarerunner)Conall Whelan (@conall_whelan)