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Fall Back in Love with Running
Why You Shouldn’t NOT Run
This is a bit of a confusing title and one that hopefully made you think “I wonder what Rob is talking about this time?” I’ve had a lot of conversations with people that have fallen out of love with running and they often give reasons that aren’t actually reasons at all.
Do any of these sound familiar to you?
Common Reasons Why People Quit Running
Information Overload
“I’ve become a slave to the data, I can’t just go out and run like I used to!”
If you suddenly feel like every run has to be a PB then delete Strava from your phone or leave your smart watch at home. It’s really a quite simple fix!
Lack of Improvement
“I’ve stopped enjoying it because everyone is getting better but not me.”
They’re probably not and you should only really care what you’re doing. Better yet, why not just talk to them and ask them what they’re up to? Variety is the spice of life.
It’s Boring
“Running has become so boring and I just don’t get excited by it anymore.”
You’re doing it wrong then, maybe choose a new route? Choose a run that excites and or scares you.
Successfully Achieving Goals
“What’s the point? I’ve already done my marathon now.”
That’s great – why stop there? If you don’t want to do another one that’s fine but if you enjoyed the process, you can still keep running.
Me, Myself and I
“I get so lonely on my runs.”
Sometimes being alone is peaceful, though if it’s not for you then find a group to run with. If you live somewhere with good reception, why not give a friend or family member a call? Sometimes I’ll chat to myself!
Doctors Orders
“I suffer from asthma and the doc says I shouldn’t do it.”
Doctors said the same thing to Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Chris Froome… don’t recognize the names? Have a google.
Money
“All the kit is so expensive!”
Then don’t buy expensive kit, get what you can afford.
Injuries
“I keep getting injured.”
Running isn’t to blame – any movement can cause injury. Mismanaged running causes injuries, not running itself. With a little care given to how often you run, making sure you have the right technique and some strength training, the worst you should ever suffer is a sprained ankle or the occasional blister.
A very wise doctor once told me that they’d rather treat a soft tissue injury as opposed to a lifelong case of type 2 diabetes!
Final Thoughts
This is a little tongue and cheek and also a little bit obvious in terms of the answers. The point I’m trying to get across is running can be intimidating, lonely and sometimes expensive – but it doesn’t have to be.
You define what running means to you and also what you want to get out of it. When you learn to run your own way, to your own rules – there’s nothing else quite like it.
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
ENGINE
A sustained 50-minute aerobic workout designed to build your engine and endurance. Expect continuous movement across the bike, rower, ski erg, and running, all at a manageable, steady pace.
GYMNASTICS
This week is all about the bar! On Tuesday, we’ll continue working on pulling strength, followed by kipping and butterfly progressions. On Thursday, Bar Muscle Ups will make an appearance. Get ready for low bar drills, strength work and BMU progressions galore.
HYROX
A high-intensity session focused on building leg strength and muscular endurance. We will finish each movement with short runs to build resilience under fatigue.
MOBILITY
Back to the flows, yes, back in popular demand, I’m running it back. Full body stretching ended with stability/activation of course.
PURE STRENGTH
This week in Pure Strength, we kick off Monday with a heavy set of RDLS, followed by some Front squat volume, and then some frontal plane strength work. On Wednesday, we have some overcoming isometrics to kick our session off, followed by some cluster sets on the bench press, and then some push-pull accessory work.
WEIGHTLIFTING
Weightlifting this week is snatch; we are breaking down the movement. Starting with the 3-position snatch. Drilling the timings under the barbell. Followed by snatch pulls and a complex of behind-the-neck push press into OHS.
Monday Ride
A ride dedicated to group riding skills and some fitness. Coach Rob Foster leads this ride, if you'd like to join email Rob Foster
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride.
Please email Rob Foster for more details.
Time: 05:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Tempo
This week will be dialling into that Tempo effort (7/10 RPE) for 5 mins blocks. You will take a 2 min recovery after each block and repeat the sequence 5x.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 300m repeats at 3km pace, each with a very easy float between.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we have intervals in the morning and evening. We will be running 100m effort through the park behind InnerFight, you will then have 300m easy/recovery before repeating the sequence.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will be working on a negative split run. After 20 mins of easy running you will go into 1 min on, 1 min off intervals for 30 mins. Post session coffees at Common Grounds from 7am.
Monday:
Starting the week with some pressing tempo push-up work, followed by some bench press and death march, and then a strongman-style workout for an epic start to the week!
Strength:
A) EMOM x 8 - 3 to 5 tempo push-ups tempo @31x1
B) Every 90 sec x 10 alt between - 5 Barbell bench press @20x1 (building) & 16 alt DB death march
Conditioning:
For Time:
10-1 Sandbag Over Shoulder
1-10 Dumbbell STOH
Tuesday:
Tuesday, we have some sled work in the strength, and then some Interval work that will challenge your squat and pull endurance.
Strength:
A) 6 mins build to max triple broad jump
Rest 2 mins
B) Every 2 mins x 5 2 length sled push
Conditioning:
4 min window
30 sec wall sit
30 wall balls
15 pull-ups
AMRAP cal ski
Rest 2 mins x 4
Wednesday:
Wednesday is all about the barbell in both the skill and a fast-paced
Squat clean and run workout.
Strength:
A) Every 2 mins x 8 - 2 power clean + 2 push press
Rest 2 mins
B) Every 90 sec x 3 6 BB good mornings @30x1
Conditioning:
For Time:
15-12- 9 Squat Cleans
After each set, a park run
Thursday:
Thursday, we have some strict pull-up work followed by a long endurance workout on the rower.
Strength:
A: In a 2-minute window, establish a MAX unbroken set of strict pull-ups/chest 2 bar/bar muscle-ups
+
B: EMOM 8 @ 33% of A
Conditioning:
30 mins Max Cal Row:
0-10 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpees
11-20 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpee box jump
21-30 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpee box jump over
Friday:
FUF, we are finishing off with some single-leg and core work, and then 6 rounds of
Strength:
A) EMOM x 6 - 20 sec strict TTB/SLR
rest 2 min
B) Every 2 mins x 4 - 12 alt front rack KB reverse lunge
Conditioning:
6 Rounds For Time:
12 TTB
40/30 Cal Ass Bike and C2 bike (Alternating)
20 Russian KB Swing
This is a bit of a confusing title and one that hopefully made you think “I wonder what Rob is talking about this time?” I’ve had a lot of conversations with people that have fallen out of love with running and they often give reasons that aren’t actually reasons at all.
Do any of these sound familiar to you?
Common Reasons Why People Quit Running
Information Overload
“I’ve become a slave to the data, I can’t just go out and run like I used to!”
If you suddenly feel like every run has to be a PB then delete Strava from your phone or leave your smart watch at home. It’s really a quite simple fix!
Lack of Improvement
“I’ve stopped enjoying it because everyone is getting better but not me.”
They’re probably not and you should only really care what you’re doing. Better yet, why not just talk to them and ask them what they’re up to? Variety is the spice of life.
It’s Boring
“Running has become so boring and I just don’t get excited by it anymore.”
You’re doing it wrong then, maybe choose a new route? Choose a run that excites and or scares you.
Successfully Achieving Goals
“What’s the point? I’ve already done my marathon now.”
That’s great – why stop there? If you don’t want to do another one that’s fine but if you enjoyed the process, you can still keep running.
Me, Myself and I
“I get so lonely on my runs.”
Sometimes being alone is peaceful, though if it’s not for you then find a group to run with. If you live somewhere with good reception, why not give a friend or family member a call? Sometimes I’ll chat to myself!
Doctors Orders
“I suffer from asthma and the doc says I shouldn’t do it.”
Doctors said the same thing to Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Chris Froome… don’t recognize the names? Have a google.
Money
“All the kit is so expensive!”
Then don’t buy expensive kit, get what you can afford.
Injuries
“I keep getting injured.”
Running isn’t to blame – any movement can cause injury. Mismanaged running causes injuries, not running itself. With a little care given to how often you run, making sure you have the right technique and some strength training, the worst you should ever suffer is a sprained ankle or the occasional blister.
A very wise doctor once told me that they’d rather treat a soft tissue injury as opposed to a lifelong case of type 2 diabetes!
Final Thoughts
This is a little tongue and cheek and also a little bit obvious in terms of the answers. The point I’m trying to get across is running can be intimidating, lonely and sometimes expensive – but it doesn’t have to be.
You define what running means to you and also what you want to get out of it. When you learn to run your own way, to your own rules – there’s nothing else quite like it.
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
Monday Ride
A ride dedicated to group riding skills and some fitness. Coach Rob Foster leads this ride, if you'd like to join email Rob Foster
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride.
Please email Rob Foster for more details.
Time: 05:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Tempo
This week will be dialling into that Tempo effort (7/10 RPE) for 5 mins blocks. You will take a 2 min recovery after each block and repeat the sequence 5x.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 300m repeats at 3km pace, each with a very easy float between.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we have intervals in the morning and evening. We will be running 100m effort through the park behind InnerFight, you will then have 300m easy/recovery before repeating the sequence.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will be working on a negative split run. After 20 mins of easy running you will go into 1 min on, 1 min off intervals for 30 mins. Post session coffees at Common Grounds from 7am.
Monday:
Starting the week with some pressing tempo push-up work, followed by some bench press and death march, and then a strongman-style workout for an epic start to the week!
Strength:
A) EMOM x 8 - 3 to 5 tempo push-ups tempo @31x1
B) Every 90 sec x 10 alt between - 5 Barbell bench press @20x1 (building) & 16 alt DB death march
Conditioning:
For Time:
10-1 Sandbag Over Shoulder
1-10 Dumbbell STOH
Tuesday:
Tuesday, we have some sled work in the strength, and then some Interval work that will challenge your squat and pull endurance.
Strength:
A) 6 mins build to max triple broad jump
Rest 2 mins
B) Every 2 mins x 5 2 length sled push
Conditioning:
4 min window
30 sec wall sit
30 wall balls
15 pull-ups
AMRAP cal ski
Rest 2 mins x 4
Wednesday:
Wednesday is all about the barbell in both the skill and a fast-paced
Squat clean and run workout.
Strength:
A) Every 2 mins x 8 - 2 power clean + 2 push press
Rest 2 mins
B) Every 90 sec x 3 6 BB good mornings @30x1
Conditioning:
For Time:
15-12- 9 Squat Cleans
After each set, a park run
Thursday:
Thursday, we have some strict pull-up work followed by a long endurance workout on the rower.
Strength:
A: In a 2-minute window, establish a MAX unbroken set of strict pull-ups/chest 2 bar/bar muscle-ups
+
B: EMOM 8 @ 33% of A
Conditioning:
30 mins Max Cal Row:
0-10 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpees
11-20 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpee box jump
21-30 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpee box jump over
Friday:
FUF, we are finishing off with some single-leg and core work, and then 6 rounds of
Strength:
A) EMOM x 6 - 20 sec strict TTB/SLR
rest 2 min
B) Every 2 mins x 4 - 12 alt front rack KB reverse lunge
Conditioning:
6 Rounds For Time:
12 TTB
40/30 Cal Ass Bike and C2 bike (Alternating)
20 Russian KB Swing
ENGINE
A sustained 50-minute aerobic workout designed to build your engine and endurance. Expect continuous movement across the bike, rower, ski erg, and running, all at a manageable, steady pace.
GYMNASTICS
This week is all about the bar! On Tuesday, we’ll continue working on pulling strength, followed by kipping and butterfly progressions. On Thursday, Bar Muscle Ups will make an appearance. Get ready for low bar drills, strength work and BMU progressions galore.
HYROX
A high-intensity session focused on building leg strength and muscular endurance. We will finish each movement with short runs to build resilience under fatigue.
MOBILITY
Back to the flows, yes, back in popular demand, I’m running it back. Full body stretching ended with stability/activation of course.
PURE STRENGTH
This week in Pure Strength, we kick off Monday with a heavy set of RDLS, followed by some Front squat volume, and then some frontal plane strength work. On Wednesday, we have some overcoming isometrics to kick our session off, followed by some cluster sets on the bench press, and then some push-pull accessory work.
WEIGHTLIFTING
Weightlifting this week is snatch; we are breaking down the movement. Starting with the 3-position snatch. Drilling the timings under the barbell. Followed by snatch pulls and a complex of behind-the-neck push press into OHS.
This is a bit of a confusing title and one that hopefully made you think “I wonder what Rob is talking about this time?” I’ve had a lot of conversations with people that have fallen out of love with running and they often give reasons that aren’t actually reasons at all.
Do any of these sound familiar to you?
Common Reasons Why People Quit Running
Information Overload
“I’ve become a slave to the data, I can’t just go out and run like I used to!”
If you suddenly feel like every run has to be a PB then delete Strava from your phone or leave your smart watch at home. It’s really a quite simple fix!
Lack of Improvement
“I’ve stopped enjoying it because everyone is getting better but not me.”
They’re probably not and you should only really care what you’re doing. Better yet, why not just talk to them and ask them what they’re up to? Variety is the spice of life.
It’s Boring
“Running has become so boring and I just don’t get excited by it anymore.”
You’re doing it wrong then, maybe choose a new route? Choose a run that excites and or scares you.
Successfully Achieving Goals
“What’s the point? I’ve already done my marathon now.”
That’s great – why stop there? If you don’t want to do another one that’s fine but if you enjoyed the process, you can still keep running.
Me, Myself and I
“I get so lonely on my runs.”
Sometimes being alone is peaceful, though if it’s not for you then find a group to run with. If you live somewhere with good reception, why not give a friend or family member a call? Sometimes I’ll chat to myself!
Doctors Orders
“I suffer from asthma and the doc says I shouldn’t do it.”
Doctors said the same thing to Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Chris Froome… don’t recognize the names? Have a google.
Money
“All the kit is so expensive!”
Then don’t buy expensive kit, get what you can afford.
Injuries
“I keep getting injured.”
Running isn’t to blame – any movement can cause injury. Mismanaged running causes injuries, not running itself. With a little care given to how often you run, making sure you have the right technique and some strength training, the worst you should ever suffer is a sprained ankle or the occasional blister.
A very wise doctor once told me that they’d rather treat a soft tissue injury as opposed to a lifelong case of type 2 diabetes!
Final Thoughts
This is a little tongue and cheek and also a little bit obvious in terms of the answers. The point I’m trying to get across is running can be intimidating, lonely and sometimes expensive – but it doesn’t have to be.
You define what running means to you and also what you want to get out of it. When you learn to run your own way, to your own rules – there’s nothing else quite like it.
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Tempo
This week will be dialling into that Tempo effort (7/10 RPE) for 5 mins blocks. You will take a 2 min recovery after each block and repeat the sequence 5x.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 300m repeats at 3km pace, each with a very easy float between.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we have intervals in the morning and evening. We will be running 100m effort through the park behind InnerFight, you will then have 300m easy/recovery before repeating the sequence.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will be working on a negative split run. After 20 mins of easy running you will go into 1 min on, 1 min off intervals for 30 mins. Post session coffees at Common Grounds from 7am.
Monday:
Starting the week with some pressing tempo push-up work, followed by some bench press and death march, and then a strongman-style workout for an epic start to the week!
Strength:
A) EMOM x 8 - 3 to 5 tempo push-ups tempo @31x1
B) Every 90 sec x 10 alt between - 5 Barbell bench press @20x1 (building) & 16 alt DB death march
Conditioning:
For Time:
10-1 Sandbag Over Shoulder
1-10 Dumbbell STOH
Tuesday:
Tuesday, we have some sled work in the strength, and then some Interval work that will challenge your squat and pull endurance.
Strength:
A) 6 mins build to max triple broad jump
Rest 2 mins
B) Every 2 mins x 5 2 length sled push
Conditioning:
4 min window
30 sec wall sit
30 wall balls
15 pull-ups
AMRAP cal ski
Rest 2 mins x 4
Wednesday:
Wednesday is all about the barbell in both the skill and a fast-paced
Squat clean and run workout.
Strength:
A) Every 2 mins x 8 - 2 power clean + 2 push press
Rest 2 mins
B) Every 90 sec x 3 6 BB good mornings @30x1
Conditioning:
For Time:
15-12- 9 Squat Cleans
After each set, a park run
Thursday:
Thursday, we have some strict pull-up work followed by a long endurance workout on the rower.
Strength:
A: In a 2-minute window, establish a MAX unbroken set of strict pull-ups/chest 2 bar/bar muscle-ups
+
B: EMOM 8 @ 33% of A
Conditioning:
30 mins Max Cal Row:
0-10 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpees
11-20 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpee box jump
21-30 mins every 2:30 mins 6 burpee box jump over
Friday:
FUF, we are finishing off with some single-leg and core work, and then 6 rounds of
Strength:
A) EMOM x 6 - 20 sec strict TTB/SLR
rest 2 min
B) Every 2 mins x 4 - 12 alt front rack KB reverse lunge
Conditioning:
6 Rounds For Time:
12 TTB
40/30 Cal Ass Bike and C2 bike (Alternating)
20 Russian KB Swing
ENGINE
A sustained 50-minute aerobic workout designed to build your engine and endurance. Expect continuous movement across the bike, rower, ski erg, and running, all at a manageable, steady pace.
GYMNASTICS
This week is all about the bar! On Tuesday, we’ll continue working on pulling strength, followed by kipping and butterfly progressions. On Thursday, Bar Muscle Ups will make an appearance. Get ready for low bar drills, strength work and BMU progressions galore.
HYROX
A high-intensity session focused on building leg strength and muscular endurance. We will finish each movement with short runs to build resilience under fatigue.
MOBILITY
Back to the flows, yes, back in popular demand, I’m running it back. Full body stretching ended with stability/activation of course.
PURE STRENGTH
This week in Pure Strength, we kick off Monday with a heavy set of RDLS, followed by some Front squat volume, and then some frontal plane strength work. On Wednesday, we have some overcoming isometrics to kick our session off, followed by some cluster sets on the bench press, and then some push-pull accessory work.
WEIGHTLIFTING
Weightlifting this week is snatch; we are breaking down the movement. Starting with the 3-position snatch. Drilling the timings under the barbell. Followed by snatch pulls and a complex of behind-the-neck push press into OHS.
Monday Ride
A ride dedicated to group riding skills and some fitness. Coach Rob Foster leads this ride, if you'd like to join email Rob Foster
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride.
Please email Rob Foster for more details.
Time: 05:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
This is a bit of a confusing title and one that hopefully made you think “I wonder what Rob is talking about this time?” I’ve had a lot of conversations with people that have fallen out of love with running and they often give reasons that aren’t actually reasons at all.
Do any of these sound familiar to you?
Common Reasons Why People Quit Running
Information Overload
“I’ve become a slave to the data, I can’t just go out and run like I used to!”
If you suddenly feel like every run has to be a PB then delete Strava from your phone or leave your smart watch at home. It’s really a quite simple fix!
Lack of Improvement
“I’ve stopped enjoying it because everyone is getting better but not me.”
They’re probably not and you should only really care what you’re doing. Better yet, why not just talk to them and ask them what they’re up to? Variety is the spice of life.
It’s Boring
“Running has become so boring and I just don’t get excited by it anymore.”
You’re doing it wrong then, maybe choose a new route? Choose a run that excites and or scares you.
Successfully Achieving Goals
“What’s the point? I’ve already done my marathon now.”
That’s great – why stop there? If you don’t want to do another one that’s fine but if you enjoyed the process, you can still keep running.
Me, Myself and I
“I get so lonely on my runs.”
Sometimes being alone is peaceful, though if it’s not for you then find a group to run with. If you live somewhere with good reception, why not give a friend or family member a call? Sometimes I’ll chat to myself!
Doctors Orders
“I suffer from asthma and the doc says I shouldn’t do it.”
Doctors said the same thing to Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Chris Froome… don’t recognize the names? Have a google.
Money
“All the kit is so expensive!”
Then don’t buy expensive kit, get what you can afford.
Injuries
“I keep getting injured.”
Running isn’t to blame – any movement can cause injury. Mismanaged running causes injuries, not running itself. With a little care given to how often you run, making sure you have the right technique and some strength training, the worst you should ever suffer is a sprained ankle or the occasional blister.
A very wise doctor once told me that they’d rather treat a soft tissue injury as opposed to a lifelong case of type 2 diabetes!
Final Thoughts
This is a little tongue and cheek and also a little bit obvious in terms of the answers. The point I’m trying to get across is running can be intimidating, lonely and sometimes expensive – but it doesn’t have to be.
You define what running means to you and also what you want to get out of it. When you learn to run your own way, to your own rules – there’s nothing else quite like it.
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
This is a bit of a confusing title and one that hopefully made you think “I wonder what Rob is talking about this time?” I’ve had a lot of conversations with people that have fallen out of love with running and they often give reasons that aren’t actually reasons at all.
Do any of these sound familiar to you?
Common Reasons Why People Quit Running
Information Overload
“I’ve become a slave to the data, I can’t just go out and run like I used to!”
If you suddenly feel like every run has to be a PB then delete Strava from your phone or leave your smart watch at home. It’s really a quite simple fix!
Lack of Improvement
“I’ve stopped enjoying it because everyone is getting better but not me.”
They’re probably not and you should only really care what you’re doing. Better yet, why not just talk to them and ask them what they’re up to? Variety is the spice of life.
It’s Boring
“Running has become so boring and I just don’t get excited by it anymore.”
You’re doing it wrong then, maybe choose a new route? Choose a run that excites and or scares you.
Successfully Achieving Goals
“What’s the point? I’ve already done my marathon now.”
That’s great – why stop there? If you don’t want to do another one that’s fine but if you enjoyed the process, you can still keep running.
Me, Myself and I
“I get so lonely on my runs.”
Sometimes being alone is peaceful, though if it’s not for you then find a group to run with. If you live somewhere with good reception, why not give a friend or family member a call? Sometimes I’ll chat to myself!
Doctors Orders
“I suffer from asthma and the doc says I shouldn’t do it.”
Doctors said the same thing to Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Chris Froome… don’t recognize the names? Have a google.
Money
“All the kit is so expensive!”
Then don’t buy expensive kit, get what you can afford.
Injuries
“I keep getting injured.”
Running isn’t to blame – any movement can cause injury. Mismanaged running causes injuries, not running itself. With a little care given to how often you run, making sure you have the right technique and some strength training, the worst you should ever suffer is a sprained ankle or the occasional blister.
A very wise doctor once told me that they’d rather treat a soft tissue injury as opposed to a lifelong case of type 2 diabetes!
Final Thoughts
This is a little tongue and cheek and also a little bit obvious in terms of the answers. The point I’m trying to get across is running can be intimidating, lonely and sometimes expensive – but it doesn’t have to be.
You define what running means to you and also what you want to get out of it. When you learn to run your own way, to your own rules – there’s nothing else quite like it.
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
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