Runners from Melbourne to Singapore share why they stick with MAF training despite slow initial progress. They emphasize patience, self-love, and celebrating small wins like reduced soreness and rediscovered joy in running. The message: focus on health and longevity, not speed.
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It's Elise here from Melbourne, Australia.
Yo, what's up?
Linds here in Singapore.
Hey everybody, I'm Andy Hooks. I'm here in San Antonio, Texas.
Hi, this is Yanni from London, UK. Hi, I'm Adrian from Malaysia. Chris in McHenry, Illinois.
And my one tip to MAF runners, I recommend paying attention to other factors. She stole mine. We have the same advice. So pay attention to other factors like how much less sore you feel, or how much more stamina you have, or how much more you look forward to a workout.
So my advice for MAF training is to appreciate. Appreciate that you're willing and able. Have self-love.
You can run with your loved one if you are doing low heart rate running training.
Frustrated with lack of progress, going slow, thinking to yourself, is it worth it? Trust me, it's worth it. You want to be able to do what you love for decades.
Some days are good, some days are bad. Don't get frustrated too much and celebrate all the little things that you do conquer.
Don't hurt anymore, and I am so motivated to run. Like, I cannot wait to get out the door.
Be patient. It's a long process, but it's definitely worth it. Push through the frustrations and keep going. Just remember, with true great success, you need patience.
Patience and discipline. For me, it was all about patience.
This is all I can say.
Not have to worry anymore about how fast you're going to do this. It's actually brought the enjoyment back into running.
It's okay to walk. It's okay for people to pass you. I've ran a 1:15 half marathon. There's times now that people pass me on the track or pass me in a run, and then it's okay. So remember, just slow down.
