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For all the runners who did situps on Christmas as children (and are now paying the price)– this is for you! ❤️

While a large swath of the population gears up for New Year’s resolutions – the teachings of the winter solstice offers us an alternative with the potential for deep healing and fast running.

People around the world have honored the pattern of the sun and the rhythm of nature as evidenced by monuments dating back to 5000 BC that align perfectly with the summer and winter solstice.

They knew the importance of aligning with the flow of the seasons for survival, energy, and sustenance.

Today, our survival does not depend on aligning with the season so much, yet our disconnection from the natural flow of nature, which also mimics the natural flow of our bodies, has caused havoc in our relationship with food and running performance.

Peaking and periodization are essential for racing fast, and the history of the winter solstice offers us guidance and a map of what this looks like in practice.

Eating disorders, injuries, and running plateaus are all symptoms of a deeper disconnection from your body. (not a lack of willpower or strength)

While connecting with your body, when you have overridden it signals for so long, can be quite challenging, the winter solstice can offer you an entry point to the natural flows of nature and your body at a safer distance.

Join me on New Year’s Eve day, Tuesday, December 31, at 4:00 PM PST for an Instagram live stream discussing what the winter solstice teaches us about running fast and healing the ravaging effects of an eating disorder.

Please bring your questions related to running, eating disorders, and the flows of nature and your body.

See you there!

Jessica 😁🌲❄️🕯️

You’re not invincible…⤵️

Yes, I know… Last year you were invincible.🏆

PR’s were a common occurrence, and Long training blocks were effortless. 🚴🏿‍♀️🚴🏽‍♀️🚴🏻‍♀️

You worked hard. 😮‍💨

But working hard is nothing to you. It’s like brushing your teeth. 🪥

Your kryptonite is backing off & taking it easy. 🛌

And that’s a beautiful thing IF YOU CAN LEARN TO WORK WITH YOUR BODY’S TOLERANCE LEVELS. 🚨

Otherwise, lack of speed will just be the beginning.

⚠️This s**t gets deep real quick!!

I know because I’ve lived it as a competitive D1 distance Runner with an eating disorder myself, witnessing other distance runners disappear out of thin air, as well as studying the research.

But this doesn’t have to be your final say.

You have a lot of potential, and you know it. 🌟

You need someone who understands this and knows how important your sport is to you.

You need someone who understands your high drive and motivation to do whatever it takes to win.

To schedule a free 30 minute peer counseling consultation DM me the word POTENTIAL.

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