Pursuing Passion Sustainably
Brad emphasizes the importance of self-compassion for type A perfectionist runners who strive for productive passion. He advises against being too hard on oneself when trying to change behaviors, as it can lead to burnout. Instead, he encourages runners to be kind to themselves and recognize that behavior change is challenging.In this clip
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The Strength Running Podcast
Episode 94: How to Avoid the Dark Side of Passion and Build a Sustainable Running Obsession
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