Tag: Ultrarunner Life

What will you do today to Finish Stronger?

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"Finish Stronger" It is one of my daily goals. Finish Stronger comes from having a growth mindset. I aim to finish my day or whatever I have going on stronger than when I started. It allows me strive to do great things without becoming overwhelmed. It navigates me through finding a balance in life and … Continue reading What will you do today to Finish Stronger? →

When you’re approaching mud on the trail, what do you do? Leave No Trace Principals

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When the trail is wet and muddy When you're trail running and you come up on a mud puddle or muddy section, what do you do? Do you go around, stepping off of the trail to avoid it? Do you go through it? What about leap over it? When people are asked this question, there … Continue reading When you’re approaching mud on the trail, what do you do? Leave No Trace Principals →

Athletes, How Do You Support Your Mental Health Besides Exercising?

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When you think about what you do to support your mental health, besides exercising, what did you come up with? How many did you come up with? As a professional in the mental health field, I recommend to everyone that we have at least 5 things that we can do for our mental health because … Continue reading Athletes, How Do You Support Your Mental Health Besides Exercising? →

Run. Thrive. Survive. Podcast with Ciara Carter

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Ciara Carter, Behavior Health and Fitness Coach, Marathoner, Podcaster Ciara Carter is a Behavior Health and fitness coach focusing on helping people understand their mind and body in action to overcome anxiety and depression while excelling in their lives. Her slogan, Run Your Life, is focused on being in the best physical and mental state … Continue reading Run. Thrive. Survive. Podcast with Ciara Carter →

Race Start Mindset and Strategy

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https://youtu.be/NCmDW7qFaM8 Please, support my YouTube channel by liking this video and subscribing! Ultrarunners, how do you feel at the start line of your race? Are you filled with excitement and gratitude or do you find yourself feeling nervous? Some nervousness is natural, you want to perform well, which can be a "positive stress." Your race … Continue reading Race Start Mindset and Strategy →

Badwater 267 Virtual Race Report (2022)

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What is Badwater 267 VR? The Badwater 267 Virtual Race is a virtual combination of running Badwater Cape Fear, Salton Sea and 135. Learn about the virtual race, here. Here's my 267 Mile journey Badwater 267 VR, 01/01/2022, Day 1, Run 1 A perfect run in the rain, very therapeutic. 54° F. My husband got … Continue reading Badwater 267 Virtual Race Report (2022) →

Initial Consultation for Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching: What to expect

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Endurance runners and ultrarunners, I offer a free, brief consultation for mindset and mental wellness coaching. Call, email, or private message me on social media to get ahold of me. Message Shannon Are you curious about what to expect when you contact me? Here's what we'll talk about: I will learn about your goals and … Continue reading Initial Consultation for Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching: What to expect →

Be Your Own Sunshine: Make changes

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“You cannot expect to meet new goals or move beyond your present circumstances unless you change.” Les Brown Sometimes you have to be your own sunshine. We can't fully control our environment and what's going on around us, but we can change what's going on within us. Ugly weather, pandemic, dealing with grief, loss, depression, … Continue reading Be Your Own Sunshine: Make changes →

Three mental strategies that can help you push through run struggles

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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 →

Power of Words to Heal by Eric Deeter

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https://youtu.be/kwtqkMEEibI Thank you for supporting my YouTube channel! By Eric Deeter Your thoughts and words can help your body heal. On the other hand, they can also slow down and hinder your recovery. The good news is that you can choose your thoughts and your words to help your body heal. If you are a … Continue reading Power of Words to Heal by Eric Deeter →