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🎯 Ask yourself: “Is my goal ambitious… or unrealistic?” Ambitious pushes you. Unrealistic breaks you.🚨 These are the traps we see all the time as coaches:A. Too Much, Too SoonMileage jumps… speed every other day… a recipe for injuryAggressive goals require patience, not panicB. Comparing to OthersCopying someone else's plan (their mileage, workouts, race goals)You need a plan built for your fitness, schedule, recovery capacityC. Ignoring Recovery"More" is not always "better" — it's often just more fatigueSleep, nutrition, and downtime are non-negotiableD. Mental PressureTraining out of fear (“If I miss this workout, I won’t hit my goal”)Ego-driven training leads to overreachingThis isn’t about proving you’re tough — it’s about building smartA. Break It Into PhasesEvery aggressive goal still needs: Base → Build → Peak → TaperEach phase has a purpose — don’t skip ahead📌 You can’t rush strength or endurance. You earn it block by block.B. Train at the Right IntensitiesMost runs should be easy — 80%+ in zone 2Stop hammering every run at goal pace. Save it for the right workouts.C. Fuel & Recover Like It’s Your JobBig goals = big energy demandsUnderfueling = poor recovery, poor workouts, injury riskAdd carbs, hydrate, prioritize sleep, move with intentionD. Track Progress, Not PerfectionProgress = time trials, tune-up races, key workoutsOne bad day ≠ failed training blockAdapt as you go — that’s what elite athletes do💭 “Train with intention, not emotion.”Confidence is built through consistency — not perfectionDon't train like you’re “behind.” You’re building. Trust it.Celebrate every gain — because momentum matters🎙️ You can chase an aggressive marathon goal — if you’re willing to be smart about it:Phase your trainingStick to the right intensitiesFuel like it matters (because it does)And listen to your body more than your watch🎯 Want to share your goal? Message us — we’d love to hear what you’re training for. Who knows — maybe we’ll feature your story in a future episode
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