What Do Trail Running Quotes Do For Me? For me, trail running quotes are those that either inspire me to get out there and explore and appreciate the trail or provide me that extra push I need when things get tough. Motivational Quotes I’m not a fan of motivational quotes in general, as they have been done to death and have therefore lost some of their value. In saying that, there are quotes out there that really resonate and give…
The 21 Day Habit Theory I have recently come across the 21 day habit theory – the theory that it takes three weeks to form a habit. The more I delve into this concept, the more I realise its power. While some dispute this theory as unrealistic, I think there are elements here that can be used to benefit many areas of our lives. When used to hone in on our fitness goals, it is a real gem. For me,…
Why do you trail run or WHY SHOULD you? Trail running has become an incredibly popular sport over the last ten years with no sign of it slowing down. People are drawn to trail running for the chance to get outside, the adventure, the fitness, the fresh air and an opportunity to reconnect with nature. So what is it about this sport that is drawing people in droves? If you are one of the many who has already discovered the…
Staying on track with your running journey can be tough at times with multiple bumps in the road presenting themselves regularly. Finding ways to stay motivated when running is key to your long term success. I find that daily structure along with setting goals works best for me. Although structure is my best plan to keeping focused, unless you are a hermit this cannot be kept up 100% of the time. Influences from Family & Friends Meeting up with family…
When starting on your running journey or any exercise journey it is always best to work out a schedule for when you are going to perform these running sessions. Finding your morning run motivation can be a big factor holding you back. Although I generally do my harder training session in the evening, I like to get up early and do a run followed by a swim in the ocean. I find when starting out the day with this ritual…
Let’s face it, the biggest factor in preventing us from reaching our fitness goals all comes down to motivation, which is ultimately a mindset thing. At times it can feel impossible to balance everything going on in our lives and getting out there on a training run can be the easiest thing to drop first. If we can figure out how to stay motivated for exercise the main battle is already won. Below are my tips on how to stay…