How can i have a good state of mind and let my mind overpower my body. I know there are points where you have to stop but how can i concentrate on something else? I love running, but the longer distances get to me while running.
2007-11-15 10:11:19 · 7 answers · asked by Jen 2 in Sports ➔ Running
If you are talking about just training long miles then you need to find creative ways to challenge yourself. Run the same training course and set a goal for the day depending you how good you feel. You could set a goal for the first 4 miles of a 5 mile run that is slower than your average and then set a tough goal for the last mile, or do it every other mile. If you are concentrating on hitting certain times, it helps you to focus on your body more and keeps you interested in what you are doing.
If you are just out there for the leisurely miles then breathe a tune as you run. Relax and pick out different things to look at.
In races, I found it is very true that it is mostly mental. You need to get to the place where you can push your body to more extreme limits without tensing up. Willing your mind to relax while maintaining a competitive mind set is key.
2007-11-16 00:10:52 · answer #1 · answered by dc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is the hardest part of long distance running, it takes a lot of work to find something that works for you. Some people use headphones, others don't.
Good luck in finding this - I just break the run down into miles, and focus on my pace the whole way through.
2007-11-15 10:27:52 · answer #2 · answered by snfcricket 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Running is more mental than physical. It is a good idea to visualize the race before you begin.
During the race focus on someone ahead of you and when you catch them then pick out another.
Run the race in small pieces, run to the next turn or the top of the next hill.
Relax, keep your pace, don't start too fast and then slow down.
2007-11-15 11:44:08 · answer #3 · answered by lestermount 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-16 21:26:03 · answer #4 · answered by condom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
whenever i want to really focus i sit down for five minutes just before i run and think of a time that i did it really well and just focus on breathing........ then when your off and running keep playing that through your head... over and over...
hope this helps
2007-11-16 11:49:18 · answer #5 · answered by afl_lover 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sing to yourself..in your head if you can't breathe well.Or recite lines to your favorite movie.I just take the Mp3 player-it's perfect to keep you from getting too blah-after a few miles.I'm glad you like to run...I do too.I don't know anyone else who does.
2007-11-15 10:16:25 · answer #6 · answered by berlytea 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
U could either listen to music or just work on your breathing control that's what I did
2007-11-15 10:19:52 · answer #7 · answered by V-Jun Virginomic= The Title 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋