Aaron NautaA raw and honest story from the Tokyo Marathon. When cramps, heat and stomach issues hit, the race becomes a mental battle as much as a physical one. Alternative: An honest Tokyo Marathon race story about cramps, heat, and pushing through when the plan changes mid-race.
Aaron NautaTwo weeks before Tokyo, the miles are done and the mind gets louder. A reflection on taper, self-doubt, positive self-talk and staying mentally strong for 42.2 km
Aaron NautaWeek 1 of my sub-3 marathon plan began in Fiji and delivered a powerful reminder: rest is a performance tool. A look at recovery, adaptation, and smart training during travel and heat.
Aaron NautaA look inside this week’s marathon training wins, including a new 10 km PB, steady long runs, strength work, recovery habits and the psychology of small wins. How tiny daily improvements quietly build the runner you’re becoming.
Aaron NautaA week of steady runs, small wins and a surprise PB reminded me that joy in training often appears when you least expect it.
Aaron NautaTwo weeks of heat, travel and time zones made training messy, but the biggest challenge was the quiet voice in my head. This is what I learned about self talk, patience and getting back into rhythm.
