Duration: 10+ minutes, depending on your needs
Gear: None.
Purpose: De-stress, relax and focus on the present moment.
Before you run: Spend a few minutes in a comfortable seat, focused on deep breathing. This helps you to relax and tap into your parasympathetic nervous system.
On the run: To help you focus on the present moment, leave behind any distractions like your watch or phone. Don't worry about pace.
Choose a focus. Your focus can be something internal, such as your breath, or your form. It could also be something external such as the sound of the wind, crickets, or traffic. Use this focus to stay grounded on the present moment. Your attention will likely wander, which is fine. If you find yourself thinking about other things, simply return to the internal or external focus you have chosen.
After the run: Reflect on your experience. Consider writing in a journal or your training log about how you felt, or expressing gratitude for the experience.
Learn more on the Journal: Cultivate 'Non-Attachment' to De-Stress Your Training
