Think you're letting your running coach down? This episode reveals why that fear is holding you back - and what your coach really thinks when you miss a workout.

Timestamps of big takeaways

[00:53] The Coach's Perspective on Runner Guilt

Coach Valerie shares her unique dual perspective as both coach and athlete, revealing why coaches actually put more pressure on themselves than you might think when their runners don't hit their goals.

[02:10] The Accountability Trap

We dive into why signing up for races and telling everyone about them creates both motivation and pressure.

This dynamic can sometimes backfire when you're working with a coach.

[04:13] A Game-Changing Approach to Training

Discover why Coach Valerie no longer assigns specific paces to her runners.

Instead, she u ...