Overcoming the post-race blues

The fall racing season is an exciting time for runners but if
you’ve been training hard for a race, it can be tough to regain
your motivation and excitement for the sport. In a phenomenon
known as the post-race blues, runners can often find themselves
feeling lost or even depressed in the days and weeks after
racing. 


In today’s show, we’re shedding some light on this condition that
affects runners of all levels from amateurs to trained elites.
Runners spend long blocks of time preparing for races, commonly
12-16 weeks if you’re training for a marathon. The build-up can
create a lot of excitement that is suddenly missing afterward so
it’s no wonder the post-race blues cause some pretty strong
emotions. You’ll come away from this discussion learning all
about what it is and how to cope if you or a fellow runner find
yourself suffering from the post-race blues including topics such
as:


What are the signs and symptoms of the post-race blues?

Strategies for managing these symptoms and rekindling your
racing excitement

How to tell whether you need a break after racing and when to
jump back into training

And we’ll talk about how you can make the most of the period
between training blocks



RC tips for overcoming the post-run blues: 7 Ways to Overcome the
Runner Blues When You Are Struggling - Runners Connect
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