Racing with Purpose
The urgency to achieve running goals can lead to poor training decisions and burnout. Sara shares her experience of rushing into another marathon too soon, emphasizing the need for adequate recovery time, especially for masters runners. It’s crucial to develop a thoughtful training plan that allows for speed work and gradual progression, ensuring that each race is a stepping stone toward achieving personal bests.In this clip
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