The Importance of Listening to Your Body On the Run

How cutting a “conversational pace” run short reminded me the plan isn’t everything

Amanda Kay Oaks
Runner's Life
Published in
4 min readApr 11, 2022

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Quick note: I’m not a running coach or a medical professional. The guidance here is based on personal experience. Always defer to your lived experience in your body and consult a medical professional when needed.

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Amanda Kay Oaks
Runner's Life

Pittsburgh-based writer & wearer of many metaphorical hats. Making words about books, pop culture, witchery, health, travel, and more! She/her.