Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr · May 19, 2026 · 8 min

52. Why You’re Spiralling Before Race Day

Are you mentally spiralling before race day, questioning your training, or suddenly convinced you’re not ready for your marathon or half marathon? In this episode of Your Running Coach with GMacSpurr , running mindset coach Gillian dives into the real reason race week feels so mentally hard, and why race anxiety often has far more to do with mindset, self-worth, and fear of failure than fitness itself. She talks about: pre-race anxiety in runners overthinking before a marathon fear of not achieving your running goal why runners panic during taper week race day mindset perfectionism and self-doubt in running building self-trust as a runner why running apps and training plans don’t solve mindset struggles If you’ve ever felt like your entire worth is tied to your race result, this episode will help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more supported heading into race day. Perfect for runners training for a marathon, half marathon, or big running goal who want to stop self-sabotaging and start running with more confidence and trust. Links: - The Club - because there's more to running than what's featured in Strava. Work on the mindset stuff that can make all the difference. - Re-write your running story with  The Runner Identity Project (aka TRIP) - Curious about what coaching could do for you? Jump on a consultation call with Coach G - Break through what’s holding you back and unlock your next level with 1:1 Coaching - Join 31x31: 31-Day Self-Trust Challenge - If you like to listen to music on your run, grab your  new fav running playlist here -   If you are guessing what to eat before, during & after your run then look no further -  grab this 3-part running fuel series . Let's stay in touch: Follow  @gmacspurrcoaching  on Instagram Join the  Your Running Coach by GMacSpurr  community and keep the conversation going www.gmacspurr.com