You’ve trained for months. Everything is building nicely. Then suddenly, your A race is cancelled.

For many athletes, that moment feels like the rug has been pulled from under them. Motivation drops, structure disappears, and the question becomes… what now?

In this episode, Simon and Beth explore the emotional and practical impact of losing a key event. They discuss why races matter, why so many athletes rely on them, and how to respond in a way that keeps your progress moving forward.

More importantly, they challenge the idea that your fitness should depend on a single race, and offer a more durable way to think about training for the long term.

5 Key Talking Points

3 Takeaways

Key Quote

“You didn’t lose your race… you just gained a level.”

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