12 Tips to Get You Through Your Long Run When You’re Seriously Struggling

If you are training for a marathon or a half, long run are inevitable. They come around once a week whether you are ready or not, and some days it’s easier than others to get those miles done.

We’ve all had days when the struggle is real, and you’re tempted to pack it in by the time you hit the second mile. Sometimes, you want to quit, but before you cut your run short, you may just need a reminder why you’re up at dawn pounding the pavement or finishing your miles while the midday heat is scorching. You may just need inspiration to shift your mindset.

We asked our readers via Instagram what they do when their long run starts feeling way too long, and what they do to power through. These tips can help you crush your long run when the going gets tough long before the miles are over.