So… how should you decide what your next race day goal should be? Whether you’re running your first half marathon or trying to shave minutes off your PR, choosing the right goal can make or break your race experience.

In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to set a race goal that makes sense for you—based on your training, experience, and mindset.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
How to set realistic goals when you’re racing a new distance for the first time.
How to use past race data or time trials to predict your next finish time
How to structure your training based on goal pace—and what it means if you can’t hit those numbers yet
When (and how) to take a calculated risk and just go for it on race day

I’ll also share how I chose my own goal for a recent 10-mile race—and what it taught me about pacing, expectations, and confidence.

How do you set your race day goals? Come share your story with me on Instagram @steph.the.runners.dietitian!

And if you’re ready for more support with reaching your race day goals, I’ve got options—whether it’s my brand-new ebook ⁠Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger⁠, my group program ⁠The Fuel Train Recover Club,⁠ or apply for personalized ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠this fall.