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The Running Explained Podcast
s4/e28 Smash Your Mental Blocks & Perform Like a Champion with Sports Psychologist Ashley Eckermann, MS, MPM
Aug 9, 2024
Ashley Eckermann, a sports psychologist and founder of Maximize the Mind, shares her expertise on overcoming mental barriers in running. She discusses the importance of self-belief and mental resilience, revealing techniques like visualization and self-talk to tackle common challenges. Exploring the joys of running, Ashley emphasizes the need to celebrate achievements and shift nervous energy into excitement for better performance. Her insights encourage athletes to focus on enjoying their journey rather than just the outcome.
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- Overcoming mental barriers significantly enhances running performance, enabling athletes to achieve their goals and enjoy their running journey more fully.
- Effective self-talk and visualization techniques are essential tools for athletes to manage stress and bolster their performance during races.
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The Role of Mental Blocks in Running
Mental barriers play a significant role in running performance, often manifesting as feelings of inadequacy when attempting to reach specific paces or distances. Runners sometimes hit psychological walls that prevent them from achieving their goals, even when they have trained adequately. Learn how overcoming these mental blocks can drastically improve not just performance, but the overall running experience. Tools and techniques provided in the podcast can help athletes recognize and dismantle these barriers, allowing them to break through limits they previously assumed were unmovable.
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