Why You Slow Down in the Second Half of a Race (and How to Fix It!)

Why do so many runners hit a wall in the second half of a race? Is it fueling? Pacing? Mental fatigue? In this episode, we break down the most common reasons runners struggle in the back half of their events—whether it’s an ultramarathon, marathon, or even a half marathon—and provide science-backed solutions to help you finish strong.

🔥 Topics Covered:

• The science of fatigue: muscular, metabolic, and neuromuscular breakdown
• Why your fueling strategy could be sabotaging your race (and how to fix it)
• The biggest pacing mistakes runners make
• Mental fatigue and the Central Governor Theory—what’s really holding you back?
• Strength training, gut training, and race-specific workouts to build durability

🎧 TUNE IN NOW to learn how to overcome fatigue and become a more resilient runner!

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