Show Notes
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Olympic bronze medalist Molly Seidel talks about the mental side of running, how to train your mind, quiet negative self-talk, recover smarter, and stop letting fear of the unknown hold back your running.
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Topics covered: 0:00 — Molly Seidel: The mental side of running
2:38 — Morning threshold workouts in Flagstaff
4:09 — Recovering from Black Canyon & preparing for Western States
6:38 — Being open to infinite possibilities
9:48 — Advice for recreational runners
13:03 — How to train your mind like your body
14:53 — Mental toughness isn't about pushing through
15:44 — Self-talk and learning to be kinder to yourself
20:03 — Molly's approach to heat adaptation
23:26 — Moving from marathons to ultrarunning
27:17 — Journaling & processing highs and lows
31:16 — Social media, boundaries & authenticity
35:32 — Data vs feel in training
38:30 — Learning how to fuel for ultras
45:08 — Mistakes of recreational runners
47:44 — Race-day nerves and embracing challenge
49:37 — Molly's advice for her younger self
57:22— Female runners, menstrual cycles & health
1:02:04 — Advice for women experiencing cycle loss
1:06:33 — Recovery, sleep & naps
1:11:32 — How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete
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