Having a higher level of perceived exertion during long term stressors is your bodies way of protecting itself. It’s telling you to take care of yourself and slow down. It’s not saying stop. It’s saying you have a limited reserve. Let’s preserve it for when we need it most.

Over the next eight months I am hoping to provide you with a glimpse into how I deliberately prepare my mind for this race series. With hopes that it gives you some tools that you can use in your own race preparation. I am also going to offer free mental skills talks beginning in early February to help prepare you for either these races or your own.