262. The Power of Mind Over Miles: Building Mental Resilience for Runners with Jason Fitzgerald

This podcast episode interviews Coach Jason Fitzgerald about mental toughness in runners. The discussion begins with defining mental toughness, moving into common mistakes runners make (lack of consistent training and racing, negative self-talk), and then explores strategies for improvement (positive self-talk, mantras, visualization). Fitzgerald emphasizes that mental toughness is a skill developed through consistent training and exposure to challenging situations, not just willpower. Listeners gain practical advice on using mantras and visualization techniques to overcome negative thoughts and pre-race anxiety, ultimately improving their running performance and enjoyment.