Race-day nerves
You sleep badly the night before and go out way too fast.
Running mental performance · Online
Mental performance coaching for running
In running it is you against the clock and against your own mind. As a mental performance professional, and a runner myself, I help you handle race-day nerves, hold your pace when fatigue kicks in and enjoy training again.
Sound familiar?
What we work on most in running.
Mental performance training for runners prepares you for the miles you run with your head.
Hitting the wall
At mile 20 your mind tells you to stop, even though your legs still have something left.
Obsessed with the watch
If you miss your time goal, the whole race feels like a failure.
Motivation during a training block
Weeks of long runs and your drive slowly fading.
Comparing yourself to other runners
Strava, social media and other people's paces make you feel it is never enough.
Coming back from injury
Your body has recovered, but you run afraid it will hurt again.
What we train
Your mind, at the level of your game.
With a mental performance coach who knows running, the work is concrete: tools you can use at your next run.
- A mental plan for race day
- Self-talk and strategies to push through fatigue
- Process goals, not just time goals
- Motivation and enjoyment throughout your training block
- Managing fear after an injury
How we work
- Free 20-minute callYou tell me what is going on and we see if we are a good fit.
- A tailored planWe set goals around your race calendar.
- Weekly online sessionsWe train your mind with exercises to use on your runs.
FAQ
Running mental performance: your questions.
Another question? Message me and I will answer personally.
Message me on WhatsAppIs mental performance training useful for amateur runners?
Yes. Most runners who reach out are amateurs: they want to finish, set a PR or enjoy running again.
Can it help me prepare for a marathon?
Yes. We build a mental plan for your training block and for race day: pacing, fatigue, the unexpected and the famous wall.
Do you work with running clubs?
Yes, with workshops for groups and coaches. Details are in the section for clubs and professionals.
Are sessions online?
Yes, by video call, wherever you are in the US.
Keep reading
Resources for your mental game.
Mental performance for amateurs: is it for you?
7 benefits of mental performance training
When to work with a mental performance coach: 7 signs
Other sports: Field hockey · Soccer · Rugby · Basketball · Tennis · Padel · Equestrian
Ready to get started?
Book a free 20-minute call. No commitment: we talk about what you are going through and see how I can help.
Prefer email? cdiazguzman@psicodeldeporte.com