225. Addie Bracy: Mental Training Requires Curiosity + Intention

<p>Addie is a professional athlete, sports psychology consultant, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, author and run coach. Personally and professionally, Addie is heavily involved in the running community.</p> <p>In this episode we talk about:</p> <p>-choosing to explore your limits across all facets of running</p> <p>-coaching athletes to stay curious</p> <p>-racing free of pressure or expectation</p> <p>-handling discomfort</p> <p>-building mental toughness requires intentional practice</p> <p>-unpacking mastery and a growth mindset</p> <p>-training for the Leadville 100 mile race</p> <p>-giving back to the running community</p> <p>-setting goals within your control: process over outcome</p> <p>-reasons for running 100 miles</p> <p>-“normal” non-elite athletes can run ultras too</p> <p>-separating your why and successes from objective measures</p> <p>-using running as a reflection for how you want to show up in the world</p> <p>-giving your best effort, even in low moments</p> <p>-deciding how you respond to challenges</p> <p>-distractions vs feedback during races</p> <p>Follow Addie on Instagram @addiebracy and For The Long Run @forthelrpod</p> <p>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support">https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support</a></p> <p><strong>Previnex</strong></p> <p>This episode is also brought to you by Previnex. Previnex makes clinically effective supplements that promote longevity, performance, and every day health, and they donate vitamins to malnourished children with every customer order.</p> <p>From firsthand experience, I can tell you that Previnex supplements are awesome and flat out work! I highly recommend you check out and try these products for yourself. One of the best parts is that if you don’t experience benefits on any product within 30 days, Previnex has a no questions asked 100% money back guarantee for a full refund. You have no risk and everything to gain here.</p> <p>Use code FTLR for 15% off your first purchase of any products at previnex.com.</p> <p><