Three mental strategies that can help you push through run struggles

https://youtu.be/46AWaIxRqOk Thank you for supporting my YouTube channel. If you struggle mentally during a run, try practicing having a positive mindset, using mindfulness, and having fun. These three mental strategies can help you push through a negative mental rut during a run or workout session. They also benefit overall wellbeing and can be applied to … Continue reading Three mental strategies that can help you push through run struggles

What Inspired Me to Become an Ultrarunner Mindset Coach?

"What inspired you to become an ultrarunner mindset coach?" This is a question that I get a lot. The first dozen or so times I had to pause and think about it. "Why did I?" Background Family, friends, and social media friends and followers would ask questions about wanting to try something new in order … Continue reading What Inspired Me to Become an Ultrarunner Mindset Coach?

Improve Your Mental Health and Endurance for Races

Ultrarunners, taking care of your mental health is so important. Keep taking good care of it. I'm Shannon and on the side of mindset and mental wellness coaching, I'm a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. As a coach, I believe that our mind is a tool that needs trained … Continue reading Improve Your Mental Health and Endurance for Races

Mental Strategies for Tackling a Tempo Run

https://youtu.be/AJknY2TO47M Thank you for supporting me through my YouTube channel. Tempo runs can seem daunting to tackle because you know the tempo part will be uncomfortable, and if you're like me, you want to nail it, which adds pressure. - Additionally, I did this on the treadmill, which can be mentally challenging in itself. Mentally, … Continue reading Mental Strategies for Tackling a Tempo Run

“Finish Stronger” Mindset for Ultrarunners

I came up with the name Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching (I am also the founder and owner of Finish Stronger Counseling) from my experience and passion for running. To "finish stronger" means to end the session better than when it began. - Whether it is a race, training session, or a mindset coaching session. For … Continue reading “Finish Stronger” Mindset for Ultrarunners

Ultrarunner Strength and Weakness Inventory

Worksheet for identifying strengths and weaknesses as a runner. Think about your strengths and weaknesses in the following areas and record them in the chart below (download and print). While you are writing, notice things like whether you're being overly critical (negative self-talk) on yourself for weaknesses and needing to identify more strengths. Weaknesses are … Continue reading Ultrarunner Strength and Weakness Inventory

Simple Advice to New Runners Preparing for their First Marathon

My first trail marathon, The North Face Endurance Challenge D.C., 2015 Do you want to begin training for a marathon, but aren't sure where to start? Here's my simple advice to you. While doing your research, keep in mind that there's misinformation, bad advice, and myths about preparation and running. This article covers training basics … Continue reading Simple Advice to New Runners Preparing for their First Marathon

To Hell & Back, Women’s Unsupported Fastest Known Time

Stats 52.75 miles16:25:57Avg pace 18:42 min/miBest mi 13:13 min/miElevation gain 8442 ftElevation loss 8337 ft https://youtu.be/ei6h9ke29Ts Please, like this video and subscribe to my YouTube channel Gear • MS Force headlamp (became useless. The light dimmed by the time I finished even though it had fresh batteries. I did have backup batteries) • Kogalla light … Continue reading To Hell & Back, Women’s Unsupported Fastest Known Time

Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching – Twitter – X

Follow my tweets, no drama, and no politics! Just running, nature, mental health, and all of the good stuff. https://twitter.com/beshortrunultra Related content Switch up your run to chase away anxiety and worry One way for runners to stay motivated Just checking in Being fearless, accomplishing a dream Cicada, in Western PA Subscribe for more free … Continue reading Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching – Twitter – X

Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching – YouTube

My YouTube channel is full of videos from running trails and ultramarathons. I also treat the channel like a vlog, Random Run Chat (playlist), sharing about more personal details along the way. There is also information on mindset and mental wellness for ultrarunners, which helps people finish stronger in their race and in life. "Like" … Continue reading Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching – YouTube