Running After Age 40

Stop Wishing, Start Running: Turning 'I Wish' into Action


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Welcome to Episode 120 of the Running After Age 40 podcast! Today we’re tackling a mindset shift that can make a big difference in your running and overall health: turning “I wish” into actionable steps.

In This Episode:

  • Five Common “I Wish” Statements: I dive into five “I wish” thoughts we often have around running, training, and health, and how to flip those into actions that move us forward.
    1. "I wish I had started sooner": Instead of dwelling on when you began, appreciate where you are now and focus on what’s ahead.
    2. "I wish I hadn’t gone out so fast": Change the narrative—acknowledge a strong start and build on it, keeping your mindset open to possibilities.
    3. "I wish I had done more": Stop focusing on past missed runs. Focus on what you can do now—put those running shoes on today or plan for tomorrow.
    4. "I wish I wasn’t injured": Shift your focus to gratitude for what you can do now—find exercises that keep you active and motivated.
    5. "I wish I hadn’t eaten/drank that": Instead of regretting indulgences, focus on how to fuel and reset your body moving forward.

Key Takeaways:

  • Replace Wishes with Action: Learn how to shift from wishing for things to be different to taking steps that make a real impact on your progress.
  • Focus on What You Can Control: Whether it’s your next run, your nutrition, or adapting to injuries, taking control over your actions is what leads to improvement.
  • Mindset Matters: Adjusting your perspective can open up new possibilities and help you make the most of every run.

This episode is sponsored by Garden Cup—delicious, convenient salads and chia puddings delivered to your door. It’s a great way to keep nutrition simple and stress-free, helping you focus on your fitness goals. Get 20% off using this link.

Connect with Me: I’d love to hear how you’re turning your “I wish” thoughts into action. Reach out at [email protected].

Get Inspired: Take out “I wish” from your vocabulary and start making things happen, one step at a time. Whether it’s planning your next run or making a positive change in your diet, today is the day to start!


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