Many people have a hard time getting into running because they feel bored during longer runs. While this isn’t a problem for everyone, it’s definitely something many runners encounter at some point. Managing boredom during a long run varies on the person, but here are a few tips: Start running to or from destinations, the focus on reaching a destination will help keep your mind off the distance or the act of running. Running in scenic or landmark locations is another great way to keep your mind occupied during long runs, whether that’s through a city, in a park, on a trail or in a new area. Listening to an upbeat running playlist, podcast or audiobook is an easy way to focus your mind on something other than moving your body. Changing your running pace is another way to reduce some of the monotony of single-pace runs.