Mind over mountain: Self-Talk may reduce running effort
NCT ID NCT05389111
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether teaching trail runners to use internal self-talk (like motivational phrases) changes how hard they feel running is. 76 adults completed a videoconference session on mental strategies or a control session, then ran on a treadmill. Researchers measured their perceived effort using the Borg scale. The goal is to see if simple mental techniques can make exercise feel less tough.
What this could mean
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Active substance
internal discourses (mental strategies)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward simple mental techniques to help runners feel less effort during exercise.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with no phase, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is brief and subjective, making it hard to measure real impact.
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Locations
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CHU Grenoble Alpes
Grenoble, 38043, France