57. Navigating the Mental Game of Fitness: Embracing Changes in Performance

In episode 57 of 'Lifting, Running, and Living,' Kelly and JK dive into recent personal updates, including Kelly's first track race experience and JK's new lifting phase. The hosts discuss the mental challenges of declining athletic performance and the impact of social media. They also tackle a controversial gym policy in the UK that bans women over 24 from training during peak hours. Join them for an insightful conversation on fitness goals, social perceptions, and industry trends.00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:36 Kelly's Track Race Experience13:26 Training Updates and Fitness Goals20:23 Caffeine Reduction Challenge28:17 Main Topic: The Mental Challenge of Declining Performance35:44 Balancing Easy Runs and Speed Workouts36:32 Running by Feel and Strava Pressure38:13 Social Media's Impact on Mental Game44:51 Identity and Performance in Fitness51:54 Exploring New Fitness Goals55:23 Controversial Gym Policies01:11:06 Conclusion and Contact InformationLinks:https://thetab.com/2025/07/18/uk-gym-bans-women-over-24-from-training-at-peak-times-and-people-arent-happyFollow the pod at ⁠⁠⁠@liftingrunninglivingpod⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠Follow JK at ⁠⁠@coachjkmcleod⁠⁠Follow Kelly at ⁠⁠⁠@runningklutz ⁠