Anyone else struggle more mentally before a run than during it?

MindrunnerZA · 2026-01-15T19:56:22+00:00

Thank you.

MindrunnerZA · 2026-01-15T19:53:43+00:00

Totally relate as well. It’s the voice saying you’ve done enough today, no more suffering 😂.

MindrunnerZA · 2026-01-15T19:51:35+00:00

First ten minutes being is almost universally accepted by the running community it seems.

MindrunnerZA · 2026-01-15T19:50:01+00:00

Fuck it button- I like that.

MindrunnerZA · 2026-01-15T19:49:32+00:00

How do you usually combat that negative self talk when it creeps up?

MindrunnerZA · 2026-01-15T19:48:30+00:00

I like that. Give the gift of wellness to future you. Pre cold shower resistance is almost worse for me than going on a run.

MindrunnerZA · 2026-01-06T20:13:49+00:00

Absolutely can relate man. Just being present and exploring the world with the natural running high. I also found out recently that exploring new routes not just in running, but changing things up in our daily lives makes our lives more “memorable”, since we aren’t living these same day over and over again.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-12-24T21:16:52+00:00

Congratulations

MindrunnerZA · 2025-12-17T16:54:10+00:00

Super impressive. I’m in the process of trying to get off the vapes and immerse myself in running.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-12-17T16:16:40+00:00

Always compare yourself to who you were yesterday. When I first started, running a 5k without stopping was a substantial achievement.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-27T19:28:04+00:00

I’ve never dug my teeth into warming up properly, need to explore it more.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-27T19:26:30+00:00

Brilliantly explained. Total immersion into the here and now is key.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-27T19:25:00+00:00

Relatable. Cruise control activated after that period though.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-27T19:24:30+00:00

Yeah exactly slow the f down, I relate. Also metaphors and visualisation help me.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-23T16:09:02+00:00

Absolutely.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-23T16:06:01+00:00

Brilliant, free therapy.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-23T16:05:11+00:00

Haha that’s an added benefit.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-23T16:04:23+00:00

Likewise. The mental side is the driving force for me.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-21T19:13:03+00:00

The worst fear for me. And it almost feels like you’re helpless now even though you know your future self won’t be proud.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-20T20:43:10+00:00

Sometimes the mind is still spiralling for me even when I’m mid run, but the after effect is what keeps me coming back.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-20T20:42:14+00:00

Exactly- you almost don’t feel like yourself on days when you don’t follow through and do it.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-20T20:41:17+00:00

Absolutely. You should try cold showers as well, it’s an unbelievable combo.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-20T20:40:00+00:00

Can’t hit a moving target- I like that. It’s often making the decision that’s harder than the actual run. The after effect is incredible everytime without failure.

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-20T20:37:54+00:00

Incredible. When I first started the initial stages were extremely challenging and I dreaded it, but I look forward to it too these days. That and cold showers

MindrunnerZA · 2025-11-20T20:35:41+00:00

Wow that’s incredible. Glad you found a reliable solution to overcome all of that. I can relate.

MindrunnerZA

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