5 Best Mental Tricks to Run Longer

Unlock your running potential with these 5 powerful mental tricks! In this episode I’ll reveal how strategies like breaking down your runs, multitasking, run-walk intervals, focusing on your breath, and just getting started can transform your endurance. As someone who overcame asthma to win a 100k race, I’ll also share my personal story of triumph and tips to help you push past mental barriers.

 ►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide

Favorite Books I talk about in this episode: 

• Born to Run (book by Christopher McDougal) - https://amzn.to/48mJaDk


• The Rise of the Ultra Runners (book by Adharanand Finn) - https://amzn.to/3NBJTqP  


• Can’t Hurt Me (book by David Goggins) - https://amzn.to/4fhW2g2 


• Outlive (book by Peter Attia MD) - https://amzn.to/3Wx17K2 

00:00 Understanding the Brain's Survival Mechanism 

00:53 Meet Your Host: Jonny Havey

01:53 Overcoming Asthma and Defying Expectations

02:24 The Journey to Becoming a Runner

04:54 Mental Trick #1:Just Start Running

09:59 Mental Trick #2: Break Down Long Runs

15:21 Mental Trick #3: Multitasking to Stay Motivated

27:31 Mental Trick #4: The Run-Walk Method

35:05 Mental Trick #5: Focus on Your Breath

41:49 Combine Mental Tricks for Maximum Results

42:33 The Three Pillars of Healthy Living Guide

DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS MY OPINION AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE.