The Knighton Runs Podcast · Chris Knighton

60 | Embrace The Challenge

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Chris Knighton commits to improving his 5k and setting a marathon PR at Chicago 2023 despite the new challenge of being a first-time father.
Host Chris Knighton delivers a motivational talk centered on the theme of 'embracing the challenge' in running training. He argues that to improve, runners must welcome difficult workouts, adverse weather, and lack of motivation as essential mental training that prepares them for race day. He shares personal examples from his coaching and his own training as a new father aiming for a 5k PR and a fast Chicago Marathon.
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