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Mid-Distance Running Tactics and the Mental Game

Jake Wightman discusses the strategies and challenges of mid-distance running, including the role of lactic acid and the importance of mental toughness. He reflects on his own experiences with injury and the pressure to perform at a high level.

· Watch on BBC Sport

The essential points

  1. 01Wightman explains the tactics involved in mid-distance running, including the use of lactic acid to fuel performance.
  2. 02He discusses the mental challenges of the sport, including the pressure to perform and the risk of injury.
  3. 03Wightman reflects on his own experiences with injury and the importance of having an inner fire to drive him forward.
  4. 04He talks about the role of his coach, who is also his future father-in-law, and the challenges of working with a family member.
The full brief

Jake Wightman discusses the strategies and challenges of mid-distance running, including the role of lactic acid and the importance of mental toughness. He reflects on his own experiences with injury and the pressure to perform at a high level.