Portland 2022 marked a pivotal moment, where a wrecked hamstring tested my resolve. As a life coach, I've learned that motivation fuels our journey, yet it can wane when we need it most. Recalling Ultra #6, I unearthed a potent truth: fleeting bursts of motivation pale in comparison to consistent action.

Mindset coaching is a powerful tool that can help anyone (and ultra runners) overcome negative thoughts and achieve their goals. In this article, mindset coach Luke Fenwick shares his personal story of overcoming negative thoughts during an ultra run, and provides 3 practical tips for other ultra runners to do the same. Luke's story is an inspiration to us all, and his tips are invaluable for anyone who has ever struggled with negative thoughts during a race. If you're an ultra runner, or if you're simply interested in learning more about the power of mindset coaching, then this article is a must-read.

We all have conversations with ourselves, we have them during the quiet times, during the busy times, we have them during times of success and times of failure. We are what we think. What are yours telling you?