Have you wondered how some runners could just turn on that switch during a race to take it to the next level?   Have you struggled with finding your mental toughness during your races?   Do you have an upcoming marathon and want to learn about some mental running strategies?   Then you are in the right place with sub 3 hour marathoner Paul Devillo who shared some great actionable strategies for you to take into your next marathon!   Paul is a well accomplished masters marathon runner who only started running in his 40’s!   In this episode, Paul covers race preparation and tips you can implement during different stages of your race to improve your mental fortitude and hit that PR you always wanted!   Some of the questions, I asked Paul were: How much of a marathon is mental?   What does it take mentally to run a marathon?   How do you mentally prepare for a marathon?   How do you push yourself past your limits during a marathon? (any mental secrets or tips you have for our listeners)   How has your training changed since you turned 50?   Additional content relating to mindset can be found in Episode 55- The Mental Side of Running with Coaches Whitney and Cat   https://sparkyourtraining.com/the-mental-side-of-running-with-coach-whitney-and-coach-cat/   Get my interview with Paul on his YouTube channel on the 5 Tips for Strong & Healthy Training here: https://youtu.be/esO2pZdtKS4   Looking to fuel that mental EDGE we talked about in this episode?  Look no further than UCAN’s brand new on the go fuel that is powered by superstarch!  We thank UCAN for continuing to support the show and sponsor this episode while also offering our listeners 20% off your full purchase when using the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout at ucan.co   ⚡️ 𝙎𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙆 𝙋𝙝𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙮 and the 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙍𝙪𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙧 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 Helping Dedicated Runners Keep Running, Get Stronger, and Run Faster…even if you have been told to stop running with an injury ⠀⠀⠀ If you are a runner and frustrated with your nagging aches and pains we can help you 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙮 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚, 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙮 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙮, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙅𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙆𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙍𝙪𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜.   Subscribe, listen, and review: Subscribe to the Healthy Runner podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Amazon Music/ Alexa.  *If you’re enjoying the podcast and want to show your support, please drop a quick rating and write a brief review on Apple Podcasts. It only takes a minute and will help new listeners to discover the show. Want step by step instructions on how easy it is to leave a review?  Click here to get my instructions on how to leave a review!  Thank you in advance for your consideration!   Connect with Paul DeVillo:   DevRunner on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGG-PKUI9ove5qAgc4Ur3LA Instagram: @thedevrunner https://www.instagram.com/thedevrunner/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/7577111?oq=paul%20   Connect with Duane: Instagram @sparkyourtraining YouTube Channel- Subscribe To Get The latest Running Tip Join the Facebook Group Like the Facebook Page Send Me A Facebook Message Blog For Runners Inquire About Individualized Running Evaluation (virtual or in person) Twitter @scottispark⠀    As always, thank you for listening and I hope you enjoyed the episode!   *If you’re enjoying the podcast and want to show your support, please write a brief review on Apple Podcasts. It only takes a minute and will help new listeners to disc