EP. 93 - How to Know Your Training is Working (Even When it Doesn’t Feel Like it)

Progress shouldn't always be measured on paper. Sometimes, you need to look for other indicators that you’re doing the right things! This week, we discuss four valuable measures of progress to look for, even if the results aren’t coming. Learn about the benefits of fatigue, why you may consider running on perceived exertion (over pace), and how to approach your training as a student of the sport.  We end this episode on a “fun” note, talking about the importance of simply having FUN in your training. Whether the results are there or not, you have the ability to run relaxed, confident, and happy! For further listening, and as mentioned in today’s episode, check out episode 83 of the podcast: “What’s Normal, What’s Not Normal in Training”. DOWNLOAD A CUSTOM TRAINING PLAN: Are you interested in leveling-up your running this year? You don’t need to work with a coach to show up to the start line prepared and confident!  Looking to up-level your training without a coach?! The Elevate Your Running Downloadable and Custom ⁠Training Plans⁠ - for beginner and intermediate runners are NOW available! You can choose from base training, 5K,10K, Half, and Marathon distance programming options.  DONATE TO THE PODCAST: If you gain value from our podcast each week, we invite you to consider donating to the work and production of the show through Spotify! We greatly appreciate your support and listenership of the show, and look forward to providing more content, moving forward.  LINKS: Elevate Your Running - ⁠https://elevateyourrunning.com/⁠  The Feed (Sponsorship) - ⁠https://thefeed.com/teams/elevate-your-running⁠  Connect w/ Sara - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sayrahrunshappy/⁠  Connect w/ Austin - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/⁠  MUSIC: Track: Chicago — Jey Co [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch:⁠ https://youtu.be/MNbfbvZR10A⁠ Free Download / Stream:⁠ ⁠⁠https://alplus.io/chicago⁠