Crying on a Street Corner? Get In Here - A Pep Talk for When Running Feels Impossible

Having a mental breakdown during training? You're not alone, and you're definitely not weak. In this episode, we're creating a safe space for every runner who's ever wanted to quit mid-run, whether you're training for your first 5K or chasing a Boston qualifier. We're not here to toxic-positivity our way through your struggle – we're here to acknowledge it, validate it, and give you real tools to work through it. From immediate reset strategies to building long-term mental resilience, this is your roadmap for turning your hardest running moments into your strongest. Topics covered: Permission to feel without judgment Right-now triage for mental breakdowns Building your confidence bank account The body-mind connection (fuel, hydration, and emotions) Developing anti-fragile runner identity Tools for your mental toolbelt Remember: asking for help is strength, and every step forward counts – even the messy ones. ⚡ This episode is sponsored by Fuel Goods — a women-run marketplace making sports nutrition simpler and smarter. Get $10 in Fuel Cash + 10% back on every order: 👉 🎥 CATCH UP ON THE SERIES: 👉 Weekly "Run With Me" treadmill episodes every Friday: 👉 Weekly roundup vlog + podcast episodes: FOLLOW ALONG + JOIN THE GANG: 📍 Sports massage in NYC: 📸 Instagram: 👯‍♀️ Free BALG community: 🏃‍♀️ Train with me: 📆 Upcoming training programs: 📋 Get a running plan: 🎯 Hire a coach: 🌐 Learn more:

You can listen to Crying on a Street Corner? Get In Here - A Pep Talk for When Running Feels Impossible online on Radio and Podcast. Open the player on this page to stream the available audio.

Crying on a Street Corner? Get In Here - A Pep Talk for When Running Feels Impossible is an episode from Run, Selfie, Repeat by Kelly Roberts.

This episode is 36:40 long.

This episode was published on Jul 25, 2025.

Yes. Use the heart button on the episode page to add it to your favorite episodes list.

Yes. This page shows related episodes from Run, Selfie, Repeat when more episodes are available from the podcast feed.