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Breaking Down the Mental Block

Started by WasatchGirl · 7 months ago

Today as I went out for one of my 1/2 marathon training runs I started to think about the power of thought. This is a common contemplation as I truly believe I haven’t been able to hit a 12a redpoint yet due to my inability to push through the mental block of feeling tired. [...] ... Continue reading »

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  • Anonymous

    2 years ago

    Cool picture! Must have had some nice runs for the deep thoughts. A couple thoughts one from a runners magazine "Once a week, run the first half of a training run about one minute per mile slower than usual. As you approack the poin when you usually slow down, pick up the pace and gradually and say to yourself "I'm breaking through." Finish strong at regular training pace.
    Sometimes, I think we need to build confidence by making our minds believe we are strong.



    While obtaining your goal of 5.12 running and other goals remember all that you have accomplished, and enjoy the process.

    A quote from a climbing book, "A person worthy of the endeavor of rock climbing learns quickly that it is a deeper, far more indwelling, experience than merely to arrive at the tops of climbs (with a red point) The process is of stepping onto hundreds, even hundreds of thousands, or fooholds over the years. It is squeezing an endless number of hanholds, finding balance, making decisions..Climbing involves the beauty of nature and the simple joys of breathing and appreciating life. To complete a climb is usually rewarding, but the quality of the experience is always more so.





    Best wishes on your 12a. With analyzing, determination, and hardwork for sure you will reach your goal



    Ms. Pear.
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  • Wasatch Girl

    2 years ago

    Ms. Pear-
    Thank you so much for the fantastic feedback. I deeply appreciate your thoughts!

    WasatchGirl
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