#252 - Why Do You Run? / Establish A Cut Off Time / Have A Clear Goal
(Walk Club On Tuesdays @ Stockton University w/ Coach Tadris)
The Coach Tadris Podcast is for all things running, intermittent fasting & weight loss. I have a passion for helping people reclaim their lives. I encourage you to move more, eat clean, and run to the best you! - Coach Tadris
In this week’s episode, I discuss …….
Why Many Choose To Run
Establishing A Cut Off Time (I.F. Tip)
Have A Clear Goal (W.L. Tip)
Knowing Your Why:
Knowing your "why" is crucial because it serves as your core motivation, providing clarity, purpose, and a driving force to stay focused and committed to your goals, especially when facing challenges; essentially, it helps you understand the deeper meaning behind your actions, leading to a more fulfilling life and decision-making process.
This describes what it takes to accomplish any fitness goal that you put your mind to. Especially when it comes to running as it takes weeks to prepare for your desired race event. Knowing your “why” helps you to turn away from things that don’t serve your purpose in achieving your desired goal.
Our “why” may change, and that’s ok. We may experience loss in our lives which causes us to change course. No matter what our circumstances may be, we always can choose to stick to our original goal or choose to pause and come back to it later.
This week I asked my followers on social media
“Why Do You Run?”
Here Is What They Had To Say:
Kim (from Alabama)
Simply put, I run because I developed a passion for it, and it keeps me healthy. Running has shown me that I'm capable of pushing myself, even when it's hard.
Brittany Welsh - Only if I’m being chased. 😂😂
Antoinette Irving - Bees 🐝
Faeh Holt - In Africa we run for opportunities
Michele Debnam - To stay as active as I can for as long as I can.
Chenoa - To get to the bathroom 😂
Bob Spaulding - Because I can't outwalk crazy
Krissy Ann - To reduce stress
Dan Novak - It keeps my weight in check
Madaline Pomales - To feel good. Release stress and not choke anyone lol
Dani Marie - To feel alive again
Maurice Johnson - I run because I’m grateful I still can.
Tips Of The Week
BEGINNING RUNNING TIP:
#16. KEEP IT FUN AND PLAYFUL
“Fitness has to be fun. If it isn’t, there will be no fitness. Play is the process. Fitness is merely the product.” —Dr. George Sheehan
How do you keep your runs fun?
INTERMITTENT FASTING TIP:
#14. ESTABLISH A CUT-OFF TIME
If you’re not ready to implement a method where you’re counting down and tracking time, start small with a food curfew. Regardless of how early you eat breakfast, establish a time in the afternoon or evening and limit yourself to water or unsweetened tea at night.
WEIGHT LOSS TIP:
#72. HAVE A CLEAR GOAL
What are you doing this for? Losing weight for a wedding? To decrease adverse health risks? To run around with your kids without feeling wiped out? Whatever your specific goal is, keep that in mind and have a visual reminder nearby so you’ll remain focused.
Shout Out Of The Week
Chris & Larry Ballard keeps their runs playful by signing up to fun race events such as the Disney Wine & Dine 2024.
What's Ahead:
February Online Weight Loss Challenge (Taking People Until Friday 2/7/25)
Health Connection Call: Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 (FREE ZOOM CALL) Encouraging you to Move More, Eat Clean, And Reach Your Personal Goals
Saturday, February noon Polar Bear Run/Walk for Autism 5K & 1M Walk (Sea Isle City, New Jersey)
March Online Weight Loss Challenge (3/1 - 3/31)
St. Pat's 10 Mile and 5k Run Saturday, March 15th, 8:30am (Atlantic City, New Jersey)
April Fools’ Run Half Marathon & 8k Sunday, April 6th, 2025 (Atlantic City, New Jersey)
Quote of The Week:
“Do It For You, First.”
Reach New Health Goals In 2025!
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Thanks for Listening and Remember,
Keep Calm And Run To The Best You! - Coach Tadris