51: When to Quit a Run vs When to Push Through

We start with a listener about timing warm-ups before driving to go for a run. Then, we dive into one of the most common questions we hear as running coaches: when is it okay to quit a run? When should you push through? When should you skip a run altogether? How do you discern low motivation versus a legitimate reason to quit a run? Discussion points include: Our take on the “no days off” mentality in running What to do when your running motivation is low Should you run with a cold or other illness? Should you run if running is painful? What to do if a run is not going well  What to do if you have to skip a long run What to do if you get sick during your taper When should you skip your race When to quit a race (DNF) You may also enjoy: Episode 24: The science of overtraining Episode 30: How to taper for a marathon Episode 21: How to start running again