"The Dirt" Trailrunning Podcast

On Your Marks — Starting Lines, DNFs & Preparedness

May 15, 2026·45 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Coach Loretta and Coach Lindsay dig into the moments before the race: getting to the starting line, DNFs, and the fine line between being prepared and under prepared. We share honest stories and coaching tips, and mindset shifts for athletes and everyday people who feel "not ready" even when they are  Learn how to decide whether you should run a race, the real dangers of racing without proper training, and why pushing to finish can sometimes do more harm than good and how to overcome perfectionism so you actually get to the start line.. This episode balances mindset work with safety-first guidance for athletes and everyday people who want to start, finish, and do it well. Subscribe for more coaching conversations, leave a review if this episode helped you make better race-day choices, and share with someone facing a big start line.

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