Does Racing In the Weeks Before Your Goal Race Really Make Sense?

Some runners just really, really love to race. So they race. A lot. If this is you, you could be sacrificing performance on the race that means the most. How do you prioritize?
Today’s episode is all about tune up races. You’ll learn:

when to add a tune up race for maximum benefit and minimum risk

how to run your tune up race to best prepare you for your goal race, and

alternative ways to use tune ups in your schedule


Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition.
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Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less.

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