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57. Navigating the Mental Game of Fitness: Embracing Changes in Performance

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Lifting, Running and Living with Kelly and JK
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Aug 1, 2025
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Summary

In episode 57 of 'Lifting, Running, and Living,' Kelly and JK dive into recent personal updates, including Kelly's first track race experience and JK's new lifting phase. The hosts discuss the mental challenges of declining athletic performance and the impact of social media. They also tackle a controversial gym policy in the UK that bans women over 24 from training during peak hours. Join them for an insightful conversation on fitness goals, social perceptions, and industry trends. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:36 Kelly's Track Race Experience 13:26 Training Updates and Fitness Goals 20:23 Caffeine Reduction Challenge 28:17 Main Topic: The Mental Challenge of Declining Performance 35:44 Balancing Easy Runs and Speed Workouts 36:32 Running by Feel and Strava Pressure 38:13 Social Media's Impact on Mental Game 44:51 Identity and Performance in Fitness 51:54 Exploring New Fitness Goals 55:23 Controversial Gym Policies 01:11:06 Conclusion and Contact Information Links: https://thetab.com/2025/07/18/uk-gym-bans-women-over-24-from-training-at-peak-times-and-people-arent-happy Follow the pod at ⁠⁠⁠@liftingrunninglivingpod⁠⁠⁠ Email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Follow JK at ⁠⁠@coachjkmcleod⁠⁠ Follow Kelly at ⁠⁠⁠@runningklutz ⁠