No race, no problem!  Have you struggled with getting out the door consistently or staying motivated to run when you don’t have a race to train for?    Do you want to end the start-stop cycle of running so it’s not so hard to build back up and regain your fitness again?  Want to conquer run-life balance and not stress about running so it is a part of your lifestyle?   Becoming a consistent runner is key to growing in your running journey and staying motivated without training for a race is what you will learn about today!    In this episode, coach LaToya Felton from our Spark Healthy Runner coaching team provides you with 5 tips to keep you motivated even if you don’t have a race on your calendar.   There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long!  Learn them here.   Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit your running and health questions here   Related Resources:   Listen to my previous podcast on yearly training cycles   Listen to my previous podcast on building a strong foundation with base training   How to Grow as a Runner (6 Steps) E-book   [Download] Return to Run Blueprint   Get all of coach LaToya’s previous episodes as well as her full bio here   **Winter Strong Body Transformation Program is Open for Enrollment!**   Spark off your winter running with a 4 month strong body transformation!   1:1 individualized  Healthy Runner Coaching  to grow a stronger, injury free running body so you can get in those stress relieving runs all winter long!  Apply for limited enrollment here!   Learn more about Half Marathon Group Coaching Here Connect with coach LaToya: - Instagram: @llf423 - Email: latoya@sparkhealthyrunner.com - Healthy Runner Facebook Community   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