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Motivation gets talked about like it’s a superpower you either have or you don’t. We do not buy that. After a quick catch-up on how our training is going, we get into the messy, practical reality of staying consistent when sleep is poor, the weather is hot, and your brain would rather empty the dishwasher than lace up your shoes.

We also share the behind-the-scenes of real trail running prep: changing race plans to suit where the body is right now, getting kit sorted early, practising poles and fuelling, and why a full dress rehearsal run can calm race-week nerves. Becky talks through her OCC preparation, including a tight nutrition plan and how she’ll stay on top of eating every 20 minutes, while Dawn reflects on how daily rehab and strength work instantly improves run quality.

Then Dawn delivers a straight-talking running motivation masterclass grounded in sports psychology and CBT-style behavioural activation: act first, then motivation follows. We cover if-then planning, removing friction, the pain and pleasure principles that drive behaviour, and Dawn’s Three S’s framework: keep it small, keep it simple, start before you’re ready. If you are a mid-pack runner trying to build habits that last, this one is for you.

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