299: The Paradox of Easy Running - Why is it Hard to Run Easy?

Why does easy sometimes feel hard?  If you’ve been listening to our podcast for awhile or you’re a part of our coaching program, you know that we teach the concept of easy running and the 80/20 principle, which means that most of your running, about 80%, should be done at an easy effort level.   But why is this so hard for us sometimes?  Why does the idea of easy running seem hard to wrap our heads around and hard to put into practice?   We see so many runners struggle, both with the idea and the implementation of the easy running concept.  Even if they’re familiar with it, they often tend to go out and push themselves too hard on all of their runs.  They run most of their runs in the moderate effort zone, which leads to frustration, disappointment, and confusion when they aren’t improving the way they want or they’re constantly tired or in pain.   So what’s at the root of all of this?  That’s what we want to talk about today. What are your thoughts??  Come over to Instagram @realliferunners and let us know!  Thanks for Listening!! Grab your free copy of the Running Snapshot by clicking here. Interested in our coaching program? Check out our coaching options here.Come find us on Instagram and say hi!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or Google Play  Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.   Gain access to my new secret podcast, Unbreakable: The Runner's Guide To Injury-Proofing Your Body After 40. Click here: https://www.realliferunners.com/secretJoin the Team! -->  https://www.realliferunners.com/team Thanks for Listening!!Be sure to hit FOLLOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!Come find us on Instagram and say hi! Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.