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🏃‍♀️ If you love racing but don’t feel inspired by your training, you’re doing it wrong. 🧠 Research shows that motivation based on the process (training) is more sustainable than motivation based on outcomes (like racing, results). Being overly focused on outcomes, as opposed to process, can lead to cycles of burnout, injury from overdoing it, lack of consistency, etc. 🏆 If you feel like you need a race on the calendar to feel motivated enough to train consistently, it’s time to switch things up. Working with a coach can help create a sustainable level of training that will help you get out the door more consistently and result in better long-term results. ⛰ Training can and SHOULD be enjoyable. Tap the link in our bio TODAY to connect with a coach who will design an individualized training plan to help you enjoy running and racing even more. #ultrarunning #microcosmcommunity #microcosmcoaching #ultratraining #trailracing

From London to Tuscany, Mountains to the beach, Microcosm is DOING ITS THANG and setting the world on fire with blazing fast times, mental toughness and self compassion! Jaime Venezia got to visit the land of her ancestors and crushed the Tuscany Crossing 53k with a top 10 overall female finish. So proud of you, Jaime! Berend Bassleer ran his first 50-mile race at the TEC100 and showed up in a BIG way. In what turned out to be a very tactical race, Berend raced like a seasoned veteran and finished SECOND OVERALL. Talk about a debut!!! Hannah Catt ran in a Ragnar relay race in Northwest Arkansas, utilizing the event to practice fatigued running through the night…and as an opportunity to build friendships and create fun memories. That’s what running is all about!!! Grace Ceola ran the Hogeye Marathon and performed REALLY well! In only her second marathon ever, she was able to shave OVER 30 MINUTES off her previous marathon time. AMAZING WORK, GRACE!!! Jeff DeLozier completed the London Marathon, and although not a whole lot went well, he was reminded that running, even on our worst days, is a gift and something to be treasured. But adventures ahead! Daniel Gorelik rocked a 5 minute PR for 3:10 on a less than perfect day at the Cheap Marathon! Danny dreamed big for this, dropping to a BQ pace and holding for as long as he could. This race wasn’t as much about nailing that BQ today as it was getting comfortable going for it and knowing things will be OK if you don’t get the highest possible outcome that you are going for. Way to dream big, Danny!!! Can’t wait to see what’s next! SYLWIA DOMARADZKA finished the Leona Divide 50 miler in epically hot conditions! Sylwia has navigated a lot over the last few months and we are so inspired by how she handles challenges on and off the trail. Also a big shoutout to Microcosm teammate Mike Wang for his steadfast support! Let’s all take a minute to shout-out these amazing humans and use inspiration from these performances to fuel an awesome weekend of training! #celebrations #community #microcosmcommunity #microTEAM

We hear this all the time. “I don’t need a coach because I can just find a plan online.” A coach is SO much more than a plan. Yes, a coach will give you a plan. An individualized, customizable plan written for YOU by a certified coach! But a coach will also give you support. And encouragement. And help keep you focused. And motivate you in the harder times. And answer your questions. And celebrate your little wins (big ones, too!). And remind you of why you started. And help you identify goals. And make sure you are thinking about life stress when running stress increases. And care about your running goals right along side you. The best printed plan in the world can’t do these things. There’s nothing like the support of a coach if you’re serious about going after your goals. Sure, you can do it alone. But it’s so much better to do it with a Microcosm coach— and the support of the #microcosmcommunity ! #coaching #runningcoach #investinyourself #trailrunning #marathontraining

Microcosm Coaching Athletes and Community members are celebrating another week of breakthrough performances! Here’s what went down in our latest Rad Weekend Update! . Kimberley Cowan had a huge BREAKTHROUGH performance at the Moab Half Marathon. Kim has put in well over 1000 days in her training log and the work is really stacking up. This winter alone her easy pace days have sped up considerably and her running economy has improved to speed up her long runs. Can’t wait to see where this takes us this summer! . Lauren Moulder CRUSHED the Squatchapple 11 Miler! This is a HUGE milestone, as Lauren has overcome some serious and difficult health challenges that meant we started from a walk/run. And now, she’s slaying races! AND THERE’S MORE TO COME! Don’t call it a comeback - call it a superhero origin story!! . Chelsea Cluff had a BREAKTHROUGH performance and 45 minute PR at the Marin Ultra Challenge 50k!! This has been years and years in the making as Chelsea has stacked her bricks, put in the work and built herself up as a runner from the ground up. From injury cycles to pushing potential! This is what’s possible when you put in the mental and physical work through the highs and lows. SO INSPIRING!!!!! . Morgan Berryman-Maciell ROCKED the Run through Time Half Marathon! The Half Marathon is a brutal and unforgiving distance - with no margin for error, Morgan channeled grit and SPEED for a strong finish! This was just a speedy little rust buster for what (I’m calling it now) is going to be a mind-blowing season from Morgan. WATCH THIS SPACE ya’ll! . Coach Zack Russell had a blazing fast day at the Run Through Time Marathon finishing in 3:28 with a 20 minute PR! There is no better way for a coach to relate to an athlete than being by involved in their own process of growth and learning. Great work, Zack! . Christine Lunnie (not on slack) finished her FIRST ultra marathon at the Antelope Canyon 55k this past weekend. She persevered through some major highs and lows to come out on top. Congratulations Christine! . #microteam #microcosmcommunity #runcoaching #endurancecoaching #trailruncoaching #skimocoaching

What are your plans this weekend? Are you getting better? Consistency pays off. #microcosmcommunity @microcosmcoaching

You have a better chance of achieving your goals when you surround yourself with support, accountability and inspiration. You will find all of that when you work with a Microcosm coach and become part of the #microcosmcommunity. What are you waiting for? #goals #dreams #runningcoach #coaching #skimocoach #marathontraining #running #runcoaching #ultrarunner

There’s a lot to celebrate over here at Microcosm lately! Congratulations to Kristy Shimabukuro who rocked the Brandon Half Marathon in pouring rain with a blazing fast time, especially considering her sloshing shoes. Kristy is doubling down on speed and strength this winter and it is already paying off in big ways. In non-running celebrations, Bee Jo (Brandon Johanns) became the new owner of Mountain Tails, a pet shop in Crested Butte, Colorado!!! Bee Jo has put so much time into working at Mountain Tails as the manager for the past years and when given the opportunity he took it! Bee Jo is a hard worker, off and on the trails, and is passionate about his community. It shows in the way he approaches his work. We are proud of both of you and all of the other athletes in the #microcosmcommunity showing up and chasing big goals both on and off the trail!

The thought of training and running can u first ultra can feel pretty overwhelming. But by taking things one step at a time and surrounding yourself with a supportive and motivating team, the process can be wonderful! Reach out today and see how a coach and community can help make your running dreams a reality! #ultrarunning #runningcoach #firstultra #microteam #microcosmcommunity

We are incredibly excited to welcome Matthew Rodjom (@matthewrodjom) to the Microcosm Coaching Team! Matt is a DC based, USATF Certified running coach with a deep history in marathon as well as track and field coaching. . Matt has previously coached collegiately as well as with the DC Road Marathon Club. . As a visually impaired runner, Matt has represented team USA at the Paralympic worlds in 2018, has won the US Association of Blind Athletes Marathon Championships, and placed 2nd in the Visually Impaired Category at the Boston Marathon. Matt has completed over 13 marathons, several of which were sub 3 hours and brings important perspective on the sport and marathon coaching knowledge to the Microcosm Coaching Team. We are so thrilled to learn and collaborate with him! . Please join us in welcoming Matt! . #marathoncoaching #microteam #microcosmcommunity #runcoaching #runcoach #marathoncoach #startsmalldreambig

Athletes hire coaches for many different reasons. Some athletes need the support and accountability. Some are overwhelmed by all of the information to sift through and just want a coach to do it for them. Some athletes need a push and some need to be held back. Some are trying to figure out how to “balance” training for big things with the responsibilities and realities of their everyday life. Or know that their performances aren’t a true reflection of their ability. And for many athletes, it’s a combination of things. The truth is, everyone can benefit from being coached! Even our coaches have coaches. Support, guidance and accountability are things that are good for every athlete. Wherever you are in the process and whatever your motivations for being coached, we are here for you! #runningcoach #runcoaching #microTEAM #microcosmcommunity #skimo #ultrarunning #marathontraining #trailrunning

Change your habits, change your life. . What’s one thing you can do this coming year, when repeated and demonstrated over and over in daily actions will take your life to new heights? . #microteam #skimocoaching #endurancecoaching #microcosmcommunity #runcoaching #startsmalldreambig

Join us in celebrating Micro athlete Laura Hall! Laura brought so much joy and love for the trails into her finish at the Deadhorse 30k! Laura has put some serious effort and focus into her training this year, getting to a place where a 30k is standard operating procedure! What’s really cool is that through a move, tough hours as a nurse, and the challenges that life presents, Laura has stayed true to her commitment to pursue excellence, to grow in service of her goals, and explore her potential! Way to go, we’re so proud of you Laura!! #microcosmcommunity #microteam #trailrunning #ultrarunning #runningcoach #celebrate

Microcosm athletes took to trails and roads of all distances for another RAD weekend of racing! Vivienne Baldassare rocked the Richmond Half with HUGE PR! After a big summer chasing ultra podiums, Viv pivoted to focus on SPEED and running that feels fun! Viv is a professor and astrophysicist by day and a trail slayer by night! At day 1,500 in her log, ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE for viv! Mackenzie Schumer ROCKED the Shut-In trail race! She pivoted from a late summer 50 miler to focus on SPEED and celebrating endurance on the trails! Mackenzie is a pediatric anesthesiologist - and is the very definition of commitment! Danyelle De Jong raced the Red Rocks 50k. Danyelle was 9th female and PRd by 35 minutes from last year! 🤯 Christie Chappins had a fantastic race at a local 6 miler! Christie manages her training while prioritizing her role as a mom and pursuing her business dreams! Christie gives so much of herself to those around her, it’s awesome to see her celebrate herself and her hard work with a race like this! Join us in celebrating those awesome performances! #celebrations #racecelebrations #microcosmcommunity #runningcoach

The quick transition to shorter days can be tough. Sometimes motivation disappears with the daylight. But training doesn’t stop just because it’s dark. Use these tips to keep running all winter long. #winterrunning #daylightsavings #runningcoach #microcosmcommunity #wintertraining #trailrunning

Some of the most important parts of training have absolutely nothing to do with your workouts. At Microcosm we believe strongly in the importance of good sleep and include it in our regular check in. The adaptations take hold while we sleep good rest sets us up to get the most out of our next workout. Is your sleep where you want it to be? If not what do you need to do to get it there? #running #runcoach #runningcoach #performance #sleep #microcosmcommunity

The snow has started to fall in Colorado and we are looking toward those winter runs! With some good planning, a solid warm up and the right gear, any conditions are runnable conditions! #winterrunning #coldweatherrunning #runningcoach #runcoaching #microcosmcommunity

We are celebrating another amazing weekend for the #microTEAM! Here are *some* of the many highlights: Winter Van Alstine WON the Arches Half Marathon! This is what a summer of epic adventures and consistency can get you! WINTER IS COMING YALL ❄️ Lexi Landers absolutely destroyed the City to Sky 50k in Montana. She went in and surpassed her goal by over 2 hours finishing in 6:22 and 5th female overall. Alex Woods, Bee Jo and Hadley Mann (pictured) each ran strong races at the Kodiak 50km! Cody Powers absolutely crushed No Name 25k with 2nd overall, Cody is new to Microcosm and we are stoked to see what’s ahead! There’s never enough space to celebrate all of the things big and small that our athletes accomplish each week. We’re amazed by ALL OF YOU!! #trailrunning #runningcoach #celebrations #runningcommunity #microcosmcommunity

When your friends are signing up for big races or continuously going up in distance, it’s easy to think you should, too. But your friends goals have nothing to do with your goals. We are all unique individuals with different motivations, abilities, perspective and values. Our goals need to be different, too. Use these strategies to help identify the right goal for you. And remember— it doesn’t have to be a race. There are all sorts of running goals out there— some that have to do with peace and distances and some that have to do with seeing beautiful places or being with people. As your coaches, we support you and the full range of possible goals. #microcosmcommunity #microteam #runningcoach #runninggoals #goalsetting #trailrunning #ultrarunning

Big goals take more than a cookie cutter plan. Printed plans off the internet know nothing about your athletic background, injury history or long term goals. They can’t take into account life stress or travel or sickness or any of the other things that pop up in life and cause missed days. A printed plan can’t hold you accountable or motivate or encourage you. At Microcosm, our certified coaches will design an individualized plan that not only helps you achieve your current goals, but holds the vision of your long term goals as well. We pay close attention to the combination of life and running stress and will adjust YOUR plan to meet YOUR needs as frequently as you need. With regular communication, you get guidance, support, encouragement and accountability. And we aren’t here just to get you to the next race, but to support you after the race and through the ups and downs that come with training and life. Our interdisciplinary team of coaches and global running community is something special and we would love for you to be a part of it! Link in bio to reach out today! #runningcoach #microcosmcommunity #microteam #microcosmcoaching #trailrunning #ultras #marathon

Thinking about exploring a bit deeper this winter? Let our team of certified, expert coaches, led by national ski-mo champion and coach @klidman guide you in the process of reaching your winter sports potential! . Most winter sports athletes think base building for big mountain objectives and ski-mo races begins when skis first hit snow. But, the reality is that process holds athletes back from building the fundamentals they need and the base of aerobic fitness necessary to reach their big dream goals. Now is the time to start building the habits, routines and way of being that those goals and dreams require. Reach out now! . PC: @aidan.goldie #microteam #microcosmcommunity #endurancecoaching #skimo #skimountaineering #runcoaching #startsmalldreambig

Rad Weekend Update! Here’s some of the highlights from our team! . David Evans had a solid day at the Dol Muser 20km in Thailand! Running in Thailand is the real deal, with brutally hot and humid conditions and David is making incredible strides! . Eric Smith battled some tough GI distress to finish his first ever 100k at Grindstone! This has been a summer of firsts for Eric as he continues to learn and level up in so many ways! . Hannah Huber crushed her first ultra at the West Liner 50k! Hannah has gone through so much growth over the last year to get to this moment!! . Alexis Soucie braved a tropical storm and rocked the Athletic Equation 12 hour race! Alexis always puts her best effort forward no matter what and this race was no exception! . We are so freaking proud of this team and community!! Let’s goooo!! . #microteam #microcosmcommunity #runcoaching #runcoach #endurancecoaching #radweekendupdate

Ebbs and flows of running motivation are natural. If you’re in a rut or struggling to get the motivation to get out the door or engage with your training plan, don’t just wait for motivation to fall from the sky. Use the strategies to kick start some momentum and get the support you need to get to the other side of this low. #microcosmcoaching #microcosmcommunity #runningcoach #trailrunning #ultrarunning #motivation #runningmotivation

Most of us think of winter as our base building season, but if you’re a winter sports athlete, fall is the ideal time to build on top of the fitness you’ve developed in summer and work in the winter specific training that will have you feeling sharp and ready to move uphill when the snow starts falling. If you want to raise the ceiling, you can’t rely on the first few months of winter to sharpen your skill set. You have to start now so you can umtimately raise the floor. . At Microcosm, we’ve got the coaching team, and expert staff with @klidman to help you do just that. . Don’t wait to start pursuing excellence. Join the team that emphasizes growth over time so you can start tapping into your athletic potential today! . #skimocoach #skimocoaching #endurancecoaching #mountainathlete #wintersports #skimountaineering #microteam #microcosmcommunity #startsmalldreambig

Microcosm athletes put up some epic performances last weekend— from a 10 miler in the Bronx to a 7 day stage race in the alps— and everything in between! It was a Microcosm party at Run Rabbit Run where teammates showed up to crew, pace, and race. Karen Holland absolutely crushed and earned 3rd woman and coach Zoë had a fantastic race of her own as 7th woman and placing 3rd in the Team Division with her teammate (and husband of Coach Kylee) Sean Van Horn. Other great performances in the hundred mile we’re had by Chris Sobie (his first!), Adam Stepanovic (his 20th!), Paul Cothenet and Kyle Jones. In the 50 mile, Michelle Hour & Scott Gordon both had fantastic races! Some other performances we are celebrating this week: Mike Malina rocked the IMTUF 100, a gnarly race in Idaho with 21,000+ ft of vert. Lizzy Berzins (Hughes) not only ran the Divide 200, but took 9th woman in the process! Jakob Drahokoupil tackled the Trans Alpine Run— a 7 day, 268km run with over 15,000m of climbing! Jakob was prepared for the highs and the lows of such an adventure and his performance shows it! #microcosmteam #microcosmcommunity #microteam #runningcoach #ultrarunning #trailrunning

We are incredibly excited to welcome Kristin Layne (@klidman) to the Microcosm Coaching Team! Kristin, a UESCA certified trail and ultrarunning coach, ski-mo national champion, and accomplished ultra runner and endurance athlete with titles at the Power of Four (ski-mo & run) as well as in the Grand Traverse (ski-mo), Aspen Backcountry Marathon as well as others, will be playing a pivotal role in training our ski-mo and multi-sport athletes. Her past experience as a teacher makes her uniquely suited for coaching through a human-first, holistic lens and we are so excited to have her on board! Kristin’s experience at the highest levels of ski-mo provide our athletes with unique insights that will help them reach their potential, whether it’s in sprint, vertical or longer events. If you’re a ski-mo or multi-sport athlete looking to take your training to the next level, don’t hesitate to reach out. #microcosmcommunity #microteam #endurancecoaching #skimo #skimountaineering #skimocoach #startsmalldreambig

Inspired athletes are unstoppable! That’s why the team at Microcosm Coaching is disrupting the “never enough” culture in running by guiding athletes toward mastery, joy and independence in the training process. Whether you’re running your first 10k, or 10th 100-miler, Microcosm Coaching has an individualized approach for you to help balance life and training. Microcosm coaches and community of like-minded athletes will encourage you, strengthen your commitment, and support accountability toward your highest goals. Through breakthroughs, setbacks and plateaus, your coach and community will guide you through the ups and downs inherent in an athletic life. Find your community at the link in our bio. PC: @aidan.goldie #microteam #microcosmcommunity #endurancetraining #endurancecoaching #runcoaching #training #coaching #startsmalldreambig