Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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If you're struggling to enjoy your runs or finding running difficult, we've got loads of tips in this video to help transform your run experience and make it feel a lot easier!

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Links mentioned
Bob & Brad youtube.com/@BobandBrad?si=QOPPQgjzyXevJi_J
Shane Benzie runreborn.com
Shane's book amzn.to/49HIXdh
Pace chart benparkes.com/blogs/news/pacing-your-runs-right-pace-chart?_pos=1&_psq=pace&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Mental tricks video youtu.be/A4Fouk1Yg9M?si=X-aap_1kOeMktGbO
Cadence video youtu.be/eacl52qzr4E?si=WseU_hcI5I9hkPb8

Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:43 Slow down
2:13 Improve technique
4:13 Take your mind off the run
4:55 Strides
5:17 Speed/intervals
5:58 Fuel & hydration
6:59 Non-running stuff