EP. 212 - Racing Is a Skill: How to Actually Get the Most Out of Your Race

You’ve done the workouts. You’ve built the fitness.So why does race day sometimes feel like you’re not quite hitting your potential?In this episode, we’re breaking down what it really means to get the most out of your race — and why fitness alone isn’t enough. Because racing is a skill. And like any skill, it requires intention, discipline, and emotional control.I’ll walk you through:Why execution matters just as much as fitnessThe biggest mistake runners make in the first 10 minutesHow to handle the “this is getting hard” moment mid-raceWhat separates participating from competingAnd how to reflect properly so every race builds toward your next breakthroughThis episode is a teaser for a deeper conversation I’ll be having with my 1:1 coaching team — where we’ll build out race execution plans and break down how to stop leaving time on the course.If you’ve ever crossed the finish line knowing you had more in you… this one’s for you.Resources & Links:Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programselevateyourrunning.comInstagram – Join the CommunityElevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappyWhere to Listen Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara’s training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscriptionSenitas Athletics: save 15% off your total order using the link attachedCheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% offSkratch Labs - Use this code for 20% off your next order!