How do you actually build running confidence?

This week on The Runna Podcast, Coach Ben sat down with content creator and runner Anna Sitar to unpack her journey from beginner runner to training for the marathon in New York back in November.

What started as a simple goal to finish her first marathon turned into a deeper commitment to structured marathon training, performance, and proving she was capable of far more than she believed.

Ahead of her third marathon, Anna reflected on the importance of doing hard things before feeling ready, and shared the mindset shifts that helped her overcome self-doubt. She talks honestly about navigating the ups and downs of running, staying motivated, and finding confidence as a new runner.

In this episode you’ll hear:

🧠 The Confidence Trap: Why you don’t need to feel ‘ready’ to start running

🏙 London Marathon Lessons: Surviving the ‘bonk’ and building resilience

🎯 Training for NYC: How to balance ambition, fear, and fun during marathon training

Whether you’re a beginner runner or chasing your next marathon PB, this conversation is a reminder that confidence is built by showing up, one run at a time.

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Anna Sitar: Start Running Before You Feel Ready! | Build Running Confidence

The Runna Podcast

Anna Sitar: Start Running Before You Feel Ready! | Build Running Confidence