What to do When You Miss a Training Run

by | Sep 16, 2021 | Training & Racing

You’re gearing up for your next race and, suddenly, you need to miss a training run.

Whether it’s life, work, or soreness you’re trying to protect, most runners find situations where they need to miss a run in their training.

Handling this situation can be challenging. Most runners are type-A and cringe at the idea of missing a run.

As a Physical Therapist, I find that it’s best to take a high-level view of a training plan. Take a look at this video for my full take on the topic:

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