When most runners think about goals, they think about outcomes: breaking 20 minutes for 5K, running a sub-3 marathon, qualifying for Boston, smashing a PB.These outcome goals matter—they give direction, purpose, excitement and structure to your training. But here’s the secret most athletes overlook: You only achieve outcome goals by mastering your process goals. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a running coach, an experienced marathoner chasing the next breakthrough, or

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