#123: Why Most Runners Quit Too Early (Not What You Think) Kerry Ward

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video. Get a free sample pack with any purchase at Kerry Ward and I discuss what really holds runners back and how to push through it. Kerry shares powerful stories from his races, lessons on saying yes to new challenges, and why the hard moments are actually the ones that matter most. For those who've ever struggled to stay consistent, felt like quitting mid-run, or wondered how to become mentally stronger. Watch this full video on YouTube: Chapters: 0:00 — The mindset that gets you through any run 0:59 — LMNT sponsorship 1:58 — Personal Best Program 2:10 — Running Breakthroughs book 2:27 — Meet Kerry and what holds recreational runners back 6:32 — How to handle low points in a race day 13:24 — The science of not giving up (rat study) 19:26 — Kerry's YouTube journey 22:40 — Check PB Program 23:29 — Embracing the low points and why it matters 31:14 — Being gentler with yourself in training 36:28 — Awareness, presence, & staying connected in the moment 37:53 — How to practice gratitude on the run 41:07 — Why does cold exposure build mental toughness? 45:01 — The power of running with others 48:13 — Advice for runners who feel too old or too slow 55:56 — Saying yes to new challenges & Kerry's first Ironman 1:02:52 — How to say yes more often 1:06:00 — Kerry's advice to his younger self 1:12:19 — Growth through experience and discomfort 1:16:52 — How runners can use visualization for training and racing 1:20:30 — Saying yes before you feel ready 1:26:03 — How to Become a Stronger, Happier and Healthier Athlete 1:29:18 — How to find your running tribe FIND KERRY WARD: ► Youtube: ► Instagram: LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Personal Best Running Club, Free 7 day Trial: ► My new book Running Breakthroughs, also as Audio book: ► Wes Plate Cocodona 250 2021: ► Kerry Ward Cocodona 250 2021: ► Path Projects: ► Extramilest Episode with Courtney Dauwalter: YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: ► Free 7 Day Trial For Our New Personal Best Running Club: ► Buy my new book Running Breakthroughs: ► Instagram: ► Extramilest Website: ► Strava: ► Path Projects Website: Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases." Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way. ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our new running coaching program can be found at

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#123: Why Most Runners Quit Too Early (Not What You Think) Kerry Ward is an episode from The Extramilest Podcast by Floris Gierman.

This episode is 01:33:12 long.

This episode was published on Apr 1, 2026.

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