Tag: Healthy Lifestyle

Reasons Why I Run: Digging deep

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Moraine State Park, PA As runners, we're all asked why we run "so much." When we're on a long run and in the pain cave, we ask ourselves similar "why" questions. - "Aghhh, I've been out here for 30 miles and I still have 20 more to go! WHY am I doing this?!" I have … Continue reading Reasons Why I Run: Digging deep →

Tips on Running to Reduce Anxiety and Worry

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Counseling, Healthy Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mindfulness, Running

Tips for if your runs have become hijacked by anxiety and worries If your runs have been overtaken, then you might have noticed that you've been struggling with anxiety and worry rumination in other areas of your life (work, school, family, and more), as well. Anxious thoughts during running might sound like Questioning fitness and … Continue reading Tips on Running to Reduce Anxiety and Worry →

The Social Run Podcast

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Runner, Have Fun, Healthy Lifestyle, Mother Runner, Motivation, Podcast, Running, Trailrunning, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Wellness

The Social Run podcast, give it a listen if you haven't. Stephen Cameron, creator and host, has a unique approach to his show. Listen Notes The Social Run (podcast) - Stephen Cameron The Social Run He interviews strong and inspiring runners whom he has met on either Twitter or Instagram. Get it? The Social Run. … Continue reading The Social Run Podcast →

One Way for Runners to Stay Motivated

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Exercise, Goals, Healthy Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Motivation, Running, Training and Fitness, Uncategorized

Moraine State Park, PA Stay driven to reach your goals There are many ways to stay motivated as a runner, but I'm only going to talk about one way, and I'm going to talk about it from a professional mental health counselor perspective. This short article isn't a therapy service, but it is a tip. … Continue reading One Way for Runners to Stay Motivated →

Mindfulness Walk Activity

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Counseling, Exercise, Healthy Lifestyle, Hike, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Uncategorized

Years ago, just chilling out by the water Mindfulness and walking are highly beneficial to your mental health, especially when you do them routinely. Try combining them! Go on a walk. You can walk inside (yes, it still works) or outside, done alone, while walking the dog, or with another person. - just don't have … Continue reading Mindfulness Walk Activity →

25 Pushups for 25 Days – Raising Awareness for Mental Health & Suicide

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Healthy Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, Pushup Challenge, Suicide Awareness, Training and Fitness, Uncategorized

To help raise awareness for mental health and suicide, I will be doing 25 pushups a day, for the next 25 days. I’m INVITING YOU to do something to help raise awareness for mental health and suicide! Whether you choose to do this push up challenge, another awesome challenge, or share this post, I’d be … Continue reading 25 Pushups for 25 Days – Raising Awareness for Mental Health & Suicide →

[Mostly] Trail & Ultramarathon Running Podcasts

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Athlete Mental Health, Badwater, Badwater 135, Badwater Cape Fear, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, Exercise, Exercise and Mental Health, Fastest Known Time, Goals, Habits, Healthy Lifestyle, How to Run 100 Miles, Manage Mental Struggles, Marathon Training, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Strategies for Athletes, Mindfulness, Mindset, Mindset Coaching, Motivation, New Runner, Only Eye Athletic's Podcast, Player Development, Podcast, Race, Road Dog Podcast, Running, Scarecrow Runner Podcast, Sports Psychology, Trailrunning, Trails, Training and Fitness, Ultramarathon, Ultramarathon Preparation, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Wellness

- - CAUTION - - These podcasts will: motivate, inspire, move you, make you laugh, make you run harder, and maybe make you cry. Some of them have multiple ways to listen (SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, PodBean, Spotify, etc...). Please keep in mind that this list may need updated as podcasts come and go. Let … Continue reading [Mostly] Trail & Ultramarathon Running Podcasts →

My 5 Favorite Spots to Workout and Why

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in CrossFit, Healthy Lifestyle, Running, Trailrunning, Training and Fitness, Uncategorized

1. Scenic technical trailMy all-time favorite place(s) to run is on a scenic, technical trail. Rocks, roots, mud, water, varying ascents and descents all add a unique challenge physically and mentally. Balance, coordination, dexterity, toughness, and mental endurance are tested. Adrenaline is heightened because you need to stay on top of your game (and feet) … Continue reading My 5 Favorite Spots to Workout and Why →