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162 - How to Start Running (and Actually Stick With It)

Starting to run can be tough—mentally, physically, and emotionally. In this episode, Ally and I talk about what it was like to start running together, the mistakes we made early on, and the simple routines that help us stay consistent.

We cover:

What to eat before and after your runs

The importance of stretching and recovery

Mental hurdles and how to push through them

What to do when you feel slow, stuck, or unmotivated

Our best beginner tips to get started—and stay started

We’re not elite runners. We’re just two people who wanted to push ourselves and see what we’re capable of. If you’re…

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