Navigating Off-Season Motivation, Emotions, And Expectations Ep 117

 Coach Chris and Coach Carlie, sports performance consultant, unpack why “I’m not motivated” often means “I’m feeling big emotions,” how to reframe perfectionism, and simple tools—like the 10-Minute Rule—to build an off-season you’ll actually enjoy (and stick with). You'll hear:Why the post-race motivation dip is normal—and what’s really going onWeather, daylight, and social routine shifts that change how training feelsPerfectionism detoxThe 10-Minute Rule for low-friction consistencyJournal prompts to get curious (not judgmental)Comparison trap: someone else’s training highs may be your peakStrategic resets: how stepping back can refill your cupCoach tactics: label “Optional,” pull unhelpful reds on Training Peaks and  celebrate effortFind journal prompts and more info here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/navigating-off-season-motivation-emotions-and-expectations/ Ready to make a season's worth of progress in just one day? Join us for an Ultimate Training Day and receive personalized coaching, hands-on swim, bike, and run instruction, and actionable feedback you can use immediately. Plus, connect with an incredible community of athletes and coaches. Space is intentionally limited to ensure personalized attention, so register early at TheEnduranceEdge.com/camps  Support the show🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨📚 Download our free resources:🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook