Reaching a Training Plateau

Most runners and athletes reach a plateau or a point in their training where progress is slow and/or nonexistent. Beginners tend to make the most progress in their training if they can get beyond the initial setbacks (the body's normal aches & pains). For those who have been active for most of their life, they will have an easier transition to a life of fitness and well-being. However, there are many people who desire to be fit, but cannot get beyond those new feelings associated with being active. I believe people are able to be successful in their goals if they ALLOW themselves to achieve it. Unfortunately, some athletes look for reasons to enable them to fail or give up on their goal. For me, when an athlete reaches this "plateau," I recommend they introduce or incorporate new things into their training to re energize them and get them excited.