# 🎙️ Recover, Reflect, Reset: What to Do After a Big Training Block

You've crossed the finish line.

The medal is around your neck. The training plan is complete. The early mornings, long runs, and sacrifices have all led to this moment.

But now what?

In this episode of Flying RuNR, the team explores one of the most overlooked parts of running: what happens after the race. While most runners spend months preparing for race day, few prepare for the emotional and physical aftermath.

From post-race recovery to motivation crashes and finding your identity beyond the next finish line, this conversation is for anyone who's ever wondered what comes next after achieving a big running goal.

Whether you've just completed a marathon, half marathon, trail event, or personal challenge, this episode will help you navigate the transition from race day to your next chapter.

## 🏁 In This Episode

### The Emotional Side of Finishing a Goal

* Why it's normal to feel flat after a big race

* The emotional rollercoaster that follows race day

* Celebrating your achievement before analysing the result

* Sharing your story and appreciating the journey

### Body Reset: Giving Yourself Permission to Recover

* Why recovery is part of training, not time off

* Listening to your body instead of your watch

* The importance of sleep, movement, and active recovery

* Why you don't need to prove your fitness immediately after race day

### Avoiding the Post-Race Motivation Crash

* Understanding why motivation can disappear after a major goal

* Resisting the urge to immediately sign up for the next race

* Maintaining routines without chasing another finish line

* Reconnecting with the simple joy of running

### Identity Beyond the Race

* Why you are more than your finish time

* Separating who you are from what you achieve

* Building a healthy relationship with goals and performance

* Creating a life where running is part of your identity, not your entire identity

### Reflecting Before Resetting

* What went well during the training block?

* What lessons can you carry forward?

* How to approach your next running chapter with purpose

## 💬 Flying RuNR Discussion

Do runners spend enough time celebrating their achievements?

Or are we all guilty of crossing one finish line and immediately searching for the next start line?

The team shares personal experiences of post-race highs, lows, and the lessons learned from chasing big goals.

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## 🏃 Key Takeaway

The race may be over, but your running journey isn't.

Take the time to recover. Reflect on what you've achieved. Reset with intention.

The finish line isn't the end of your story—it's simply the beginning of the next chapter.

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Have you ever looked at a winding trail disappearing into the bush and wondered what all the fuss is about?

In this episode of Flying RuNR, host Peita ventures off the pavement and into the world of trail running, joined by resident trail enthusiasts Tim and Tara Ellis. Together, they share their experiences, lessons learned, and practical advice for runners who are curious about swapping bitumen for dirt.

Meanwhile, Lucia and Tony remain proudly (and perhaps permanently) allergic to trail running, providing plenty of laughs and representing every road runner who has ever looked at a steep hill, loose rocks, or a muddy descent and thought, "No thanks!"

Whether you're considering your first trail event or simply want to understand why trail runners always seem to be smiling, this episode is packed with beginner-friendly insights.

🌲 In This Episode

• Why Trail Running?

• What attracts runners to the trails

• The adventure, scenery, and freedom of trail running

• How trail running differs from road running

Making the Transition

• What road runners should expect on their first trail run

• Managing expectations around pace and distance

• Why trail running is more about effort than speed

Trail Running Gear Essentials

• Do you need trail shoes?

• Hydration options for longer adventures

• Safety equipment and trail running basics

Staying Safe on the Trails

• Navigation tips for beginners

• Trail etiquette and sharing the trails

• Understanding weather, terrain, and conditions

Common Beginner Mistakes

• Going too far too soon

• Underestimating hills and elevation

• Ignoring nutrition and hydration requirements

The Joy of Trail Running

1. Exploring new places

2. Building confidence on varied terrain

3. Why trail runners often become lifelong trail runners

🏃 Flying RuNR Discussion

• Can a dedicated road runner ever truly become a trail runner?

• Tim and Tara certainly think so.

• Lucia and Tony remain unconvinced.

• The debate continues...

💬 Join the Conversation

• Have you tried trail running?

• What's your biggest concern about hitting the trails for the first time?

• Or if you're already a trail runner, what's the one piece of advice you'd give a beginner?

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From nearly dying to running marathons and representing Australia as a para-athlete — this is one of the most inspiring comeback stories you’ll ever hear.

In this powerful episode, we welcome Kerryn Harvey — Australian para-athlete, personal trainer, motivational speaker, and soon-to-be author. After a routine cycling accident in 2013 led to a battle with necrotising fasciitis (flesh-eating bacteria), Kerryn woke up having lost her entire right arm and shoulder. Doctors gave her just a 5% chance of survival.

She not only survived — she thrived.

Kerryn shares her raw, honest journey of resilience, rehabilitation, returning to sport, and how she turned adversity into a mission to help others.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How fitness saved her life — and how it became her greatest tool for recovery

• The mental shift from “Why me?” to “What’s next?”

• What it’s really like competing as a para-triathlete on the international stage

• Completing Ironmans and running multiple marathons (including her 12 marathons in 12 months challenge)

• The power of gratitude, community, and never giving up

• Lessons on building mental toughness that apply to everyone

Whether you’re facing your own challenges or simply want to feel inspired and motivated, Kerryn’s story will remind you of the incredible strength we all carry within.

Guest Bio

Kerryn Harvey is a Melbourne-based para-athlete, founder of Nine Lives Training, and a passionate advocate for amputees. She competed for Australia in para-triathlon and continues to push her limits as a runner, swimmer, and cyclist. Her highly anticipated memoir, Mostly Ups: How I Survived a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, is released in August 2026.

Links

• Kerryn’s Website: www.kerrynharvey.com

• Nine Lives Training: kerrynharvey.com/nine-lives-training

• Instagram: @captainkez

• Pre-order Kerryn’s Book “Mostly Ups” (Releasing August 2026)

Call to Action

If Kerryn’s story moved you, please support her by pre-ordering her memoir Mostly Ups. This book is raw, powerful, and packed with inspiration — perfect for anyone who needs a reminder that setbacks can become your greatest comebacks.

Grab your copy here when it launches in August → Visit kerrynharvey.com/memoir to stay updated and pre-order.

Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review — it helps us bring more incredible guests like Kerryn to the show!

Share this episode with someone who needs a dose of resilience today.

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For business inquiries, please contact us at: happyrunning@flyingrunr.com