Mindset & Motivation

One Running Movement is dedicated to helping runners of all levels improve their performance, stay injury-free, and find motivation through expert advice, training tips, and gear recommendations.

How to Overcome the Mental Wall During a Long Run

How to Overcome the Mental Wall During a Long Run

Every runner has experienced it: that moment when your legs feel like lead, your mind is screaming for you to stop, and the finish line feels like a distant dream. This is the dreaded "mental wall," a point in your run when your body and mind are both exhausted, and...

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The Mental Benefits of Running: How It Can Improve Your Life

The Mental Benefits of Running: How It Can Improve Your Life

Running is often viewed as a physical activity—a way to boost cardiovascular health, build muscle, and stay in shape. But the mental benefits of running are just as profound, if not more so. For many, running isn’t just about achieving fitness goals—it’s a powerful...

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How to Stay Motivated When You Don’t Feel Like Running

How to Stay Motivated When You Don’t Feel Like Running

We’ve all been there—staring at our running shoes, knowing we should lace them up and hit the pavement, but feeling a bit off, exhausted, or simply not in the mood. Staying motivated to run can be tough, especially when your body or mind doesn’t feel like cooperating....

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