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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I rely on running to help with my anxiety. There are a few ways you could turn this around:

1.) Do you have to run first thing in the morning? Maybe another time of day would work, and would relieve the pressure of knowing you have to get up and do it immediately.

2.) Make sure you're getting enough sleep. Go to bed an hour earlier if you're waking up an hour too early.

3.) Limit your caffeine for a while.

4.) Limit alcohol.

5.) Are you running slowly enough? Most of your runs should be done at a fairly easy pace. If you're running too fast, or aiming for certain paces, I can see how that would make you feel anxious.

6.) Be proud of your progress ... it doesn't need to happen overnight. You are doing something that's great for you. Try to embrace it as a source of pride and enjoyment rather than a source of stress. [/quote]

OP here - I do run slow enough for myself, I am currently working with a running coach to help get my speeds up.  I feel a lot of pressure to complete the runs and push myself further and faster.  That's a part of it.  Maybe I can save these bigger runs for the weekend and do a more casual approach on the weekdays.  Thank you for #6!  I am proud of myself.  [/quote]

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