424: The Unspoken Secret To Becoming A Better Runner: Integrity

In this week’s solo episode, I’m diving into a concept that doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves—integrity. Not just in the big, moral sense we usually think of, but in the everyday choices we make as runners and humans.

At a recent business retreat, I had some big “aha” moments about how keeping (or breaking) small promises to myself connects directly to integrity. And honestly? I realized I had some breakdowns in this area that were holding me back. Maybe you’ve felt that too.

Here’s the truth: integrity is the foundation for progress. When we follow through on the little things—showing up for an easy run, fueling well, going to bed on time—it builds trust with ourselves. That trust turns into momentum, which turns into results.

In this episode, I’ll share:
 ✨ Why integrity is so much more than just “doing the right thing.”
 ✨ How those tiny promises we make (and often dismiss) are shaping our running journey.
 ✨ My own struggles with integrity and what I’ve learned from them.
 ✨ Practical ways to strengthen integrity—like practicing radical awareness, starting small, and quickly recommitting when you fall off track.
 ✨ How to celebrate the wins (big and small) while still being honest about where you need to grow.

My hope is that this conversation helps you see integrity not as pressure or perfection, but as an empowering tool you can use to create the results you want—both on the run and in your life.

Because when you live and run with integrity, you build confidence, consistency, and joy that lasts. 💙

01:22 Defining Integrity in Running

02:29 Personal Stories and Realizations

04:19 Integrity in Training Plans

05:15 Practical Examples of Integrity Breakdowns

06:56 The Impact of Small Breakdowns

08:50 Reframing Integrity and Shame

15:23 Applying Integrity to Running and Life

23:47 Handling Unexpected Delays

24:36 Staying True to Your Training Plan

25:59 Balancing Integrity and Flexibility

28:30 Personal Anecdotes and Life Challenges

31:50 Radical Awareness and Self-Audit

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