
Anxiety In Running - You're Not Alone
About this episode
Anxiety in running is far more common than most people admit — and when we asked you about it on Instagram, the response was big.
In this episode, it’s just us — no guest — having a proper, honest conversation about the different types of anxiety runners experience. From imposter syndrome and fear of injury, to getting lost mid-race, toilet disasters and Strava anxiety.
We break it all down — what these anxieties actually look like, why they show up, and how we deal with them both as runners and from a coaching perspective. Some of it’s serious, some of it’s surprisingly funny, but all of it is real when you’re in the moment.
We also touch briefly on the recent UTMB Index changes and what they might (or might not) mean for everyday runners.
If you’ve ever stood on a start line questioning yourself, overthought a long run, or worried about something going wrong… this one will probably resonate.
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