Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr

Are you doing all the right training - long runs, strength work, proper fueling - but still not hitting the race times you want? Often, it’s not more training that’s missing, but one small change that can make a big difference. In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G shares a real-life story about a tiny oversight that derailed her podcast posting schedule - and how it mirro...

Have you ever finished a run, hit all your targets, and still felt…nothing? That spark, the reason you started running in the first place, can fade - and when it does, running can start to feel like a chore rather than a source of energy and clarity. In this episode, Coach G is diving into why your “why” evolves over time, how performance-based thinking can quietly steal your joy, and why reconnec...

Have you ever signed up for a race thinking you’d just run for fun - only to feel that invisible pressure to hit a personal best? You’re not alone. In this episode, Coach G shares her personal story of signing up for a 5K at the Singapore Marathon with zero PB goals, and the mindset strategies she uses to let go of performance pressure and reconnect with running for pure enjoyment. We’ll dive into...

Ever struggled to stay consistent, whether it’s with running, habits, or even recording a podcast? In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G gets real about what consistency actually looks like - and why it doesn’t have to be perfect to count. Using her own last-minute podcast recording as an example, Coach G explains how showing up imperfectly still moves you forward, and how...

Today’s episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr is a little different; it’s personal. Instead of lessons or coaching advice, Coach G opens up and shares her full running story from her first step to the ripple effect that changed her entire life. It all started with a simple New Year’s resolution that turned into something far more powerful. After moving from Scotland to Canada in 2014, Coach...

If you’ve ever caught yourself obsessing over your watch stats or feeling like every run has to “count,” this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr is your wake-up call. Coach G unpacks how perfectionism can quietly sneak into your running mindset, often disguised as ambition, drive, and goal setting. She explains why tying your worth as a runner to numbers - pace, distance, or progress cha...

Every runner has experienced it - that run that just felt bad. But was it really? In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G helps you reframe the concept of a “bad run” and teaches you how to train your mind to see it differently. Often, our brains are quick to slap a negative label on an experience - even if the thing that “ruined” the run was something tiny and insignificant...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G explores a side of running that doesn’t get talked about enough: the loneliness of long runs. We all imagine dreamy, cinematic miles filled with endorphins and flow but the reality is often different. Sometimes those long runs feel endless, quiet, and isolating, leaving you alone with nothing but your thoughts. But here’s the good news...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G dives into the power of visualization in running and why it’s more than just motivational fluff. Visualization taps into your brain chemistry, helping you mentally prepare and physically perform at your best. But here’s the catch: most runners are visualizing the wrong things. Coach G explains the right and wrong ways to visualize the...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G unpacks the challenge of mental fatigue in running. That moment when your brain screams “stop” even though your body still has energy left. She explains why awareness of these thought patterns is a powerful first step and breaks down the 3 truths of mental fatigue, including the reminder that your brain’s number one job is to keep you...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G dives into the often-overlooked emotional side of running: the post-race blues. That flat, lost feeling after crossing the finish line isn’t a sign that you’re broken it’s your brain doing what it naturally does. Coach G explains the 5 truths of the post-race blues, including the dopamine crash that happens when the chemical reward pip...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G explores the complex emotions that come with running injuries and how to reframe them as opportunities rather than setbacks. Injuries can bring disappointment, frustration, and fear of losing progress, but they can also be powerful teachers if you allow them to be. Coach G explains the difference between discomfort and pain, why pushin...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G unpacks one of the most common thoughts that stop runners before they even begin: “There’s no way I can do this.” Whether you’re starting your running journey or chasing a big new distance goal, doubt will almost always show up and the bigger the dream, the louder it gets. Coach G explores the mental side of setting bold running goals,...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G tackles one of the toughest challenges runners face: injury. When pain knocks you off your feet, it’s not just a physical setback; it’s a mental and emotional battle too. Coach G shares why getting any pain or discomfort checked by a professional is essential, and how to spot early warning signs before they turn into something bigger....

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G challenges one of the most common beliefs in running: that a run only “counts” if it feels hard. From fitness culture to online trends, society has painted a picture that workouts need to be punishing to be effective, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. What if the real power of running came from letting it be easy, especially...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G debunks one of the most damaging myths in running culture: that you have to be fit to start running.  If you've ever thought you need to "look like a runner" before you lace up, this conversation is for you. Coach G unpacks the toxic messages we absorb from fitness culture and reminds you that you are allowed to begin, exactly as...

In this empowering episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G breaks down a common mental hurdle for runners: the belief that taking a walk break means you’ve failed. If you've ever felt like you're not a "real runner" because you had to walk, this episode will challenge that narrative in all the right ways.  Coach G explains how strategic walking can actually enhance your run tra...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G dives deep into the transformative power of running: how it shapes your identity, builds resilience, and makes you braver both on and off the road.  Running isn’t about having the best shoes, gear, or stats; it’s about showing up consistently and becoming the kind of person who refuses to quit. But sometimes, the hardest part is b...

In this powerful episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G challenges a belief many runners silently carry: that running slower means you're failing.  In a culture that glorifies speed and constant performance, it’s easy to internalize the idea that slower equals worse, but that mindset can be damaging to both your progress and your passion.  Coach G unpacks why embracing sl...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G dives into a challenge every runner faces at some point: when your mind gives up before your body does.  Whether it’s boredom, anxiety, or mental fatigue that creeps in mid-run, it can feel frustrating and defeating. But here’s the truth—there’s nothing wrong with you. Your brain is wired to protect you, not necessarily to push yo...

In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G gets real about the often-overlooked emotional side of a comeback run. If you're returning to running after a break—whether due to injury, burnout, or life getting in the way, this conversation is for you.  Coach G explores the common mindset trap of comparing your current self to your past running self and reminds you that you’re...

 In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , Coach G is diving into a common emotional hurdle for runners—feeling disappointed by your running data. If you've ever looked at your pace and thought, "I'm not fast enough," you're not alone. Coach G breaks down how those thoughts can quietly chip away at your confidence, enjoyment, and even your consistency over time.  This episod...

Are you feeling stuck in your running, even though you’ve followed all the plans? Maybe you’re constantly tired, doubting yourself mid-run, or frustrated that your fitness isn't translating into confidence. This episode dives into why mindset coaching -  not just mileage or pace - might be the missing piece in your running journey. Gillian (Coach G) explains how runners often internalize...

Feeling stuck in your running? Hitting a plateau despite following your training plan?   In this episode, Coach G from GMacSpurr Coaching, breaks down why more mileage isn’t always the answer - and how mindset, not just effort, might be the key to your next breakthrough. We’ll explore the hidden reasons behind running plateaus, how pressure and burnout show up for back-of-the-pack and middle-...

In this special workshop-turned-podcast, we’re diving deep into the stories that shape how we see ourselves as runners - and how to rewrite them so they actually serve us. Whether you’ve felt like a "not real runner", struggled with comparison, or just lost your spark, this reflective episode is for you. Grab a notebook and hit play on a mindset reset that will help you: Spot the old, limiting sto...