Do you want to know how to break through mental barriers when running?  We are talking about gaining mental strength and how you can improve your mindset and decrease anxiety so you can get out of your own way in achieving your goals in not only running but in life!   If your mind has become your biggest obstacle with your running, then you will want to listen to this episode in which we discuss 8 key principles to overcome mental barriers.   Elizabeth Clor is a 31-time marathoner, 12x Boston Qualifier and author of the book I just finished reading yesterday, Boston Bound, which details her 7-year journey to overcome mental barriers and qualify for the Boston Marathon!   Relevant Resources:   Episode 127 5 Ways to Deal With Race Anxiety with Coach Cat and Irene Bosco https://sparkhealthyrunner.com/5-ways-to-deal-with-race-anxiety/    Race Day Blueprint: 10 Tips to Crush Your Race! https://sparkhealthyrunner.com/race/buy   Episode 128 Half Marathon Training Lessons Learned and My Big Race Announcement https://sparkhealthyrunner.com/half-marathon-training-lessons-learned/    Episode 105 What Is Base Training In Running? https://sparkyourtraining.com/what-is-base-training-in-running/    This Episode is brought to you by:    Tracer2 by Noxgear.  The Tracer2 keeps you visible while you run by pairing powerful multi-color LED fiber optics with ultra-reflective 3M patterns and fluorescence. Stay safe and save 35% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://noxgear.com   Healthy snacks from UCAN.  Healthy snacks enhanced with the revolutionary ingredient SuperStarch, allow you to fuel smarter at breakfast and curb cravings anytime while maintaining blood sugar and boosting energy.   Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire UCAN order! Just head to: https://ucan.co/share/duane.scotti/ and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 20%!     Connect with Elizabeth Clor:  Website: https://www.elizabethclor.com/ Instagram: @elizabethclor Twitter: @ElizabethClor Order Boston Bound: https://www.amazon.com/Boston-Bound-Overcome-Barriers-Marathon/dp/1530680581/   Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram  @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com   Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website