How Runners Can Manage Anxiety

Runners bothered by pre-race jitters and/or everyday anxiety will appreciate the insight and advice offered in this episode. The guest is Lennie Waite, Ph.D., a Houston-based sport psychology consultant, Olympic steeplechase athlete, and mother runner. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams, the trio talks about: -looking at your goals through a more positive lens; -embracing, rather than simply managing, race-day anxiety;-the power of leaning into doubt + pain; -how (+ why) to stop the joy-sucking comparison game; and,-getting your “ugly face” on!  In the intro chitchat, the hosts swap stories about their heavy sweating, including how it makes Britany feel empowered! The guest joins at about 14:22. Shop for our badass Tifosi sunglasses here. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. Insoles for all your active pursuits:Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices