Show Notes
Burnout can happen to any runner, regardless of fitness or experience. That lack of any desire to run is nothing to be ashamed of - but it’s also not something to ignore. In this episode, we discuss the causes of running burnout and how to navigate burnout and build back.
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In this episode, you will learn: ✅ A multi-step process for building out of burnout ✅ Is it burnout or is it something deeper? ✅ Different causes of running burnout ✅ Is your running watch worsening your burnout? ✅ Training changes to help overcome burnout If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: 🎧How to Embrace New Things During Long Running Breaks with Mirna Valerio (23 May 2025) 🎧How to Run Faster by Using Cross-Training for Runners with Mary Johnson (31 Jan 2025) References: 🔬 PMID: 34181189🔬 PMID: 37892531
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