Practice: The “Go With It” Workout
Goal:
To intentionally introduce unpredictability and practice emotional flexibility in real time.
Instructions:
- Choose a moderate-to-hard workout this week (a tempo run, a long ride, or an interval session).
- Before you start, set a general goal for the session, but leave room for adaptation.
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During the workout, change one element unexpectedly to challenge your adaptability:
- If running: Midway through, switch your focus from pace to effort and run purely by feel.
- If cycling: Turn off your power meter and ride based on body awareness.
- If swimming: Have a training partner or coach adjust the set without telling you in advance.
- Your only task: Notice how your mind responds to the change. Do you resist? Do you panic? Or do you accept and adjust?
Afterward, journal your experience:
- What thoughts came up when the change happened?
- How did you adjust your mindset?
- What did you learn about your ability to handle uncertainty?
Final Thought: Adapting Isn’t Weakness—It’s Power
Let go of the idea that adjusting means you’re failing. The strongest athletes aren’t the ones who cling to rigid plans—they’re the ones who flow with the moment.
This week, practice leaning into uncertainty. Trust that even when the plan shifts, your ability to perform does not.
