Embracing Consistency: Running for Joy and Mental Health
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Episode Title: Embracing Consistency: Running for Joy and Mental Health
In this uplifting episode, Hayley and Justine dive into how consistency—not intensity—is the key to joyful, sustainable running. They open up about their own routines, juggling runs with family life, and finding motivation even on busy days. From tempo runs to treasured rituals (hello, apricot cubes!), this episode is packed with practical tips and heartfelt moments.
💬 Highlights include:
Strategies for fitting in runs around parenting and work
Breaking the myth of "No pain, no gain"
Creating rituals to build a consistent habit
Listener Jessica's emotional story of running in memory of her son, Josaia Jessica.joy.adventures
Product faves: reusable water bottles + on-the-go fuel
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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Welcome
00:41 Weekly Running Recap
01:13 Monday Running Routine
01:50 Running with Family
03:16 Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Inspiration
04:14 Tempo Run and Time Trials
07:27 Consistency in Running
16:34 The Myth of 'No Pain, No Gain'
16:51 Creative Ways to Stay Active
17:26 Building Consistency in Your Running Routine
17:29 Setting Realistic Goals and Making Them Visible
19:12 Creating Positive Associations with Running
19:54 Establishing a Running Ritual
21:17 Forgiving Yourself and Staying Consistent
21:38 Personal Stories of Consistency
24:58 Motivation and Rhythm in Running
26:59 Heartfelt Listener Messages
31:59 Running Recommendations
35:13 Podcast Wrap-Up and Listener Engagement
Tune in for inspiration, honest conversation, and that cozy, collective vibe we all crave. 🏃♀️💛
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