What if the key to running faster wasn't about running harder, but about remembering how to skip like a kid?

What if the secret to unlocking faster, more joyful running isn’t another grueling workout, but something so simple you’ve likely been ignoring it? In this episode, I dig into the counterintuitive power of short, controlled bursts that could completely change your approach to training—physically and mentally. We’ll uncover why your ego might be sabotaging your progress, how skipping (yes, like when you were a kid) plays a vital role in performance, and the quiet discipline behind showing up daily with purpose. Whether you're trying to break through a plateau or just bring more intention to your running and life, this episode will give you a smarter foundation and a system you can start today.

1. Strides are short, fast, but controlled runs that improve speed, form, and confidence—and most runners skip them even though they’re simple and powerful.
2. Letting go of ego and the pressure of “should” allows us to train smarter, enjoy the process more, and set goals that fit our real lives.
3. Long-term consistency comes from having a simple plan, giving yourself grace, and building habits that work with your life, not against it.

• [00:00] What most runners skip that actually helps: Strides
• [01:22] What strides are and why they matter
• [03:10] Skipping as a warm-up tool for fast running
• [04:40] How to use skipping and strides in your workouts
• [05:34] The ego trap in training and goal setting
• [06:20] Why “shoulds” burn us out in running and life
• [07:55] What real long-term consistency looks like
• [09:27] Lessons from writing and how they reflect in running
• [10:57] The big truth: life mirrors running
• [11:52] What you can actually start doing today

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