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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 8 MIN

52. Why You’re Spiralling Before Race Day

from Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr · host GMacSpurr Ltd

Are you mentally spiralling before race day, questioning your training, or suddenly convinced you’re not ready for your marathon or half marathon?In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr, running mindset coach Gillian dives into the real reason race week feels so mentally hard, and why race anxiety often has far more to do with mindset, self-worth, and fear of failure than fitness itself.She talks about:pre-race anxiety in runnersoverthinking before a marathonfear of not achieving your running goalwhy runners panic during taper weekrace day mindsetperfectionism and self-doubt in runningbuilding self-trust as a runnerwhy running apps and training plans don’t solve mindset strugglesIf you’ve ever felt like your entire worth is tied to your race result, this episode will help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more supported heading into race day.Perfect for runners training for a marathon, half marathon, or big running goal who want to stop self-sabotaging and start running with more confidence and trust.Links:- Join the Summer Consistency Reset {limited spots}- Re-write your running story with The Runner Identity Project (aka TRIP)- Curious about what coaching could do for you? Jump on a consultation call with Coach G- Break through what’s holding you back and unlock your next level with 1:1 Coaching- Join 31x31: 31-Day Self-Trust Challenge- If you like to listen to music on your run, grab your new fav running playlist here- If you are guessing what to eat before, during & after your run then look no further - grab this 3-part running fuel series.Let's stay in touch:Follow @gmacspurrcoaching on InstagramJoin the Your Running Coach by GMacSpurr community and keep the conversation goingwww.gmacspurr.com

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