Life Kit: Health It's OK to run slow AF
Nov 27, 2025
Martinus Evans, a runner and author of the Slow AF Run Club, champions running as an accessible and enjoyable pursuit. He shares unique concepts like 'sexy pace' and constructive strategies for new runners. Learn why skipping the cotton in favor of proper gear is essential to avoid chafing. Evans emphasizes the importance of listening to your body, using affirmations to manage that inner critic, and fitting workouts into a busy life. He also offers a solid baseline workout technique and tips for improving form and breathing.
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Running In The Body You Have
- Martinus recounts that people told him they couldn't run because of their body type.
- He emphasizes you can run in the body you have now using run/walk intervals like 15s run and 1min walk.
Give Your Inner Critic A Name
- Name your inner critic and give it a persona so you can talk back and dismiss unhelpful thoughts.
- Tell the critic it's not useful and proceed with your run despite the voice.
Use Mantras To Push The 'Initial Suck'
- Use short mantras during hard patches like "No struggle, no progress" to push through early discomfort.
- Repeat supportive phrases during the first mile and a half until you settle into the run.
