Episode 35: Stop Asking the Internet: Trust Yourself Before Race Day

This week I’m talking about something I see all the time in online running spaces: people asking the internet last-minute race questions that should’ve been figured out way earlier in training.I get it—especially if it’s your first race or a new distance. You’re nervous, you want to do it right, and you’re looking for reassurance. But social media will give you a flood of answers from people who don’t know you, your body, or your training. And that can do more harm than good.In this episode, I talk about:Why asking the internet for race advice often leads to more confusionThe problem with last-minute questions about shoes, fueling, and gearWhy race day is not the time to experimentThe risks of crowdsourcing medical advice instead of trusting professionalsWhat it means if you’re asking strangers instead of your coachWhy first-timer nerves are real—but shouldn’t lead to panic decisionsHow to use your training block to actually prepare (not scramble later)Reducing noise before race day so you can stay focusedTrusting your training, your body, and your own experienceEnjoying the show?If this episode resonated, share it with a friend. Make sure you’re following or subscribed so you don’t miss future episodes. Ratings and reviews help more than you know.Follow me on InstagramVisit my website: www.sunrisetrailscoaching.comWant to work together? Learn about 1:1 CoachingFree guide: What’s In My Pack? Download here