Tread Lightly Running Podcast

51: When to Quit a Run vs When to Push Through

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We start with a listener about timing warm-ups before driving to go for a run. Then, we dive into one of the most common questions we hear as running coaches: when is it okay to quit a run? When should you push through? When should you skip a run altogether? How do you discern low motivation versus a legitimate reason to quit a run?

Discussion points include:

  • Our take on the “no days off” mentality in running
  • What to do when your running motivation is low
  • Should you run with a cold or other illness?
  • Should you run if running is painful?
  • What to do if a run is not going well 
  • What to do if you have to skip a long run
  • What to do if you get sick during your taper
  • When should you skip your race
  • When to quit a race (DNF)

    • You may also enjoy:

    • Episode 24: The science of overtraining
    • Episode 30: How to taper for a marathon
    • Episode 21: How to start running again


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