When You Are Anxious or Scared To Run

Hello! Today I have some tips for running outside when you have anxiety or fears about it. This question came from my call on Instagram for your questions about running. Feel free to email me or leave them below if you have questions for me or the group.

This morning Vegas was kind enough to let me stand on the his bathroom rug to get ready for my run. Please note we woke up from a full night’s sleep and I grabbed some iced coffee and walked to the bathroom sink to braid my hair.

He woke up, followed me to the kitchen, observed I wasn’t going to give him turkey and went back to sleep. If he doesn’t get a full 22 hours a day he’s a wreck.

I saw this cross made from branches on my run. How cool is that?

On Running With Anxiety Vlog

I asked for your running questions on Instagram last week. I got a ton via email and in comments. I was going to answer two in this video but the thing cut me off before I even finished the first one. But I’m still sharing it because it’s a good question and I could relate. I’ll answer the other question soon.

Where it cut me off…

• I was about to say that I also used to run about a half mile to a park and run around there. Sure, it’s repetitive but I felt safe. I like being able to ‘zone out’ on runs and not have to worry about cars or dogs or stabbers or whatever.
• Also playing soothing music instead of the usual Pitbull crazy jams might be more pleasant too.
• Consider a calming mantra to take you back to a happy place if you feel overwhelmed.

Be brave.

Question: Do you have any suggestions on how to feel more comfortable running outside?

 

 

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