Struggling to stay mentally strong during your race?  Do you want to leverage your mental tools in your toolbox to maintain a strong mind during your training so you can execute the perfect race day strategy?   Chris McClung is a 2:45 marathoner, running coach, co-owner of Rogue Running and host of the Running Rogue podcast.  Chris and I chat about mantras and mental tips for your best race day yet!  We get into the following topics and so much more:   - Chris McClung Running Story - What is a race mantra? - Can a mantra make you run faster?  - How do you classify your running mantras? - What is a “pre race” mantra? - What is a rhythm mantra? - What are the best mantras to use when closing in a race? - How does visualization help boost your mindset for race day? - Chris’ lessons learned about injury recovery   This was a value packed conversation with a true expert when it comes to running mindset. I hope you enjoy the episode with Chris who is a true professional in the running coaching and podcast community.  Most importantly, I hope you learn a thing or two that you can take into your next race!   There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long!  Learn them here   Links and Resources from the show:   - Learn more about Chris and Rogue Running - Follow Rogue Running on Instagram - Download my free Race Day Blueprint - Listen to my previous episode on marathon mindset - Listen to my previous episode on how to push the mental limits during your race    Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here   Want the structured strength and run plan with motivation and accountability to reach your highest running potential? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here!   A big thanks to ucan for your support for this episode! If you have seen my long runs and races on social media, you know that I never hit the wall because I use Edge Energy Gels from UCAN.   Fuel smarter during a run with the best no sugar energy gel on the market delivering up to 75+ minutes of steady energy to power your best running performance.   Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire UCAN order! Learn more about how UCAN provides fuel for running to go further with less sugar and more energy.   Connect with Dr. Duane: - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner - Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website