Motivation to run is a lot about your WHY and reasons to do it – get started, setting goals, and use strategies to stay on track in the decision to run. Some people say they run for their lives or they fear lifestyle diseases, obesity, and old age! So, they start running and when the results show up over time, motivation increases. The joy of being in shape, competing, looking better and raising serotonin levels which gives you a greater feeling of happiness.
When I trained for my first marathon, I thought the challenge would be the long runs or the pain at the 35-kilometer mark. But the real starting line came when I asked myself: Why am I doing this? Setting a marathon goal isn’t just about finishing—it’s about finding meaning in the journey. I didn’t have … Read more
When I first started marathon training, I thought it was all about physical endurance—miles, pace, and VO₂ max. But I quickly learned something deeper: the real battle happens in your mind. Mental strength isn’t a bonus in marathon running—it’s the foundation. It shapes your motivation, sharpens your focus, and keeps you going when your legs … Read more
Maybe you’re a beginner and just thinking about getting in shape seems overwhelming. Or you’ve been in shape before but find that everyday life takes over. You begin to skip a training session or two. Suddenly it’s been a long time since you have been training. A good long holiday without physical activities is of … Read more
With basic functions such as built-in GPS and heart rate monitor as well as connection to Garmin Connect, a Garmin Forerunner watch will keep track of all important aspects of your running and training progress. In this way, you get an excellent overview of your running activities, and it’s very motivating. But how will you … Read more
Maybe you know about starting running training, it goes well but then you stop after a few weeks? Or do you feel that your shape is not getting better even if you run several times a week? Lack of variation or challenges in the running training, often means that we lose motivation after a short … Read more
Before you start running training toward a challenging goal in the future, you have to consider how to focus your training. You should already now accept that there will come changes in your motivation and development. It’s completely natural. With the 5 best ways to target and focus your running training, the aim is what … Read more