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“You imagine running 120 miles a week, week in, week out, for the past four or five years. It takes a little bit out of you.” quote by Mo Farah
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“You imagine running 120 miles a week, week in, week out, for the past four or five years. It takes a little bit out of you.”

Mo Farah

About This Quote

Source Interview: BBC Sports Interview, 2022

Consistent high‑volume training over years leads to fatigue and requires careful management to avoid burnout.

In simple terms: Training a lot wears you down.

Key Takeaway

Balance intensity with recovery.

Themes

endurance discipline burnout

Mood

reflective pragmatic

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • marathon preparation
  • weekly mileage planning
  • coach‑athlete dialogue

Key Concepts

physiology training periodization

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you monitor signs of overtraining?
  • What recovery strategies work best for you?
A Different Perspective

Excessive mileage can increase injury risk if not balanced.

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