This is the episode for everyone who’s ever been disappointed by a race experience. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin talk with Emily Saul, a sports psychology and performance coach, as well as two “regular” runners who recently ran races that didn’t go as planned. The guests share: -metrics to define success other than a finish time;  -lessons they’ve learned about themselves from their rough races; -ways to bounce back post-race;  -how to foster resiliency; and, -the importance of leaning on friends and family.    Amanda tells of her total eclipse experience before the first guest joins around 6:34.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Run Richmond: Use code AMR2VA for $10 off marathon or half at RichmondMarathon.org   Smart supplements: For 10% off your 1st order,  use code runner at Thorne.fit/runner   Improve deep sleep: Use code AMR for 15% off 1st purchase at LagoonSleep.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices