The Running Explained Podcast6 Mar 2025

s5/e05 Running Against Time: Overcoming the Anxiety of Aging and Unmet Goals with Sara Manderscheid

In today’s episode, we’re tackling an exciting and empowering topic that every runner can relate to—how to keep chasing your running goals, no matter how the years go by! The fear of running out of time to achieve your biggest dreams is something most of us have felt at some point. But guess what? Time doesn’t have to be a limiting factor—it can be your ally! Whether you’re wondering if you still have time to get faster or if you can still crush that marathon PR, this episode will inspire you to see your running journey in a whole new light.

Join me and Sara as we dive into the mindset shifts and practical tips that will help you embrace the process, celebrate every step of the way, and keep making progress. We’ll talk about how to set goals that align with where you are right now, how to adjust expectations without giving up on your dreams, and how recovery, consistency, and time management play key roles in achieving your goals. Whether you're 25, 75, or somewhere in between, this episode is all about keeping your running fire burning bright and chasing your big goals with excitement and confidence! Let’s go!

Sara is the Founder + head coach of Elevate Your Running, a podcaster, and a dedicated endurance athlete in Boulder, Colorado.

Sara partners with athletes to chase big dreams, break through plateaus, and find joy and flexibility in running and training. She enjoys working with athletes who love running and want to improve the sport.
You can find Elevate Your Running online at elevateyourrunning.com, and on social media at @sayrahrunshappy and @elevateyourrunning (Instagram, Threads). The Elevate Your Running Podcast is available every Thursday on your favorite listing platform.

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