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Everybody battles through brutal long runs and races—even running coaches like me. Running is just as much mental as it is physical, so that’s where it helps to have a few go-to mantras. In this video, I share the amazingly helpful phrases that always ground me and reinforce my focus and belief in my own ability. They work every time for me—and if you start repeating them to yourself when you need some extra last-mile motivation, I guarantee they’ll help you, too.
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