{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Marathon Handbook Podcast","title":"How To Build Mental Toughness For Running (It’s Not A Myth—It’s Trainable)","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/762971aa\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4463,"description":"Mental toughness isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a trainable skill. In this episode, Michael, Alex, and Katelyn break down the science behind mental toughness in running, including the Central Governor Theory, neuroplasticity, and perception of effort (07:26). \nThey highlight inspiring examples like Courtney Dauwalter, Eliud Kipchoge, and Faith Kipyegon (16:56), and share workouts and training strategies to build grit, like solo long runs, hill repeats, and back-to-backs (25:50). \nThe team discusses training in tough conditions—embracing the suck (34:00), using visualization and mantras to push through dark patches (41:30), and the link between mindset, panic, and heart rate during races (58:05). \nThey wrap with their personal philosophies on positive self-talk and why mental training matters as much as physical prep (01:03:45).\n🔔 Watch our weekly podcast on YouTube:\nhttps://www.youtube.com/@marathonhandbook\n📬 Sign up for the daily running newsletter: https://marathonhandbook.com/newsletter\n📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/marathon.handbook\n\n#Running #MarathonTraining #MentalToughness #RunningTips #EnduranceAthlete #Podcast #HalfMarathon #Marathon #UltraRunning #Mindset #SportsPsychology","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/a3NORpFIoIUQrTnE2xXScFo8HEhxH6G0foNOPSlAx7c/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kMWVh/ZTE1YzI3MDk3ODJm/NDFmYmIzNWRkNGM0/NDc0Ny5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}