For The Long Run

Camille is an ultra running extraordinaire who has been running for 27 years! In this episode we talk about: -road, track and trail ultramarathons -exploring all different distances, terrains, race events and adventures -following your passions -excelling as a masters runner -prioritizing health and nutrition -Camille’s ultra running mindset -always smiling and finding joy -celebrating finish lines no matter what -simply loving to run -endless possibilities and goals to chase -lifelong running -enjoying the journey -getting serious about beer and home brewing Follow Camille on Instagram @runcamille and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/supportCamille is an ultra running extraordinaire who has been running for 27 years! Tracksmith Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode. Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their Summer Collection, inspired by the blue hues of summer watering holes, is now available

This episode is a replay of Rambling Runner Podcast Episode 464 where host Matt Chittim interviews me! In this episode we have a wide ranging conversation about how my competitive nature has evolved, how I learned to let go of traditional goals, how I has blasted past his previous understandings of fatigue, and what I have learned from interviewing and be-friending some of the top athletes in the sport. Follow Matt on Instagram @rambling_runner @relay_site and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Tracksmith Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode. Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their Summer Collection, inspired by the blue hues of summer watering holes, is now available and features staples thoughtfully designed for training. From their race-day-ready Van Cortlandt Singlet cut from Tracksmith’s signature 2:09 mesh, to the Allston Half Tights and Shorts built to provide a sleek fit in a mi

Liz is a Colorado native from an active outdoorsy family. She is a wild child at heart who loves the outdoors and loves doing it with people. In this episode we talk about: -running since elementary school -recently discovering a talent for trail running -curiosity, discovery and new adventures -college running -taking the pressure off and running for fun -building community -starting trail running -addicted to type 2 fun and exploring limits -carving your own path and existing in the moment -finding success while having fun -support in trail running -pacing Kilian Jornet at Hardrock 100 -being around the world’s best athletes -sharing the story and being relatable Follow Liz on Instagram @liz.c.hogan and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar, the company I am using to go solar on my house. When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process

Danny is a bit of an enigma, living as himself and traveling in multiple crazy directions. He is an author, events organizer, adventurer and runner, passionate about community. In this episode we talk about: -founding a group relay from LA to Boston -having community at the core -being a really happy person -coping with the loss of in-person community during the pandemic -managing adversities -time management -boundaries and learning to say no -working smarter not harder -running for bigger purposes, across countries, and living a wild life -ADHD and being hyper-focused -wrestling with the human condition -teamwork makes impossible possible -being the best you rather than modeling others -sharing through storytelling -incredible human strength Follow Danny on Instagram @danny_bent and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Tracksmith Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode. Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love o

David is a father, husband, athlete, and business owner of Previnex. He wears many hats, his favorite being “dad”. In this episode we talk about: -childhood sporting memories and dreams -falling in love with waterpolo and playing at the elite level -nutrition culture on a top collegiate team -David’s post college career trajectory -getting into investing -being exposed to the health and wellness space -the dark side of the supplement industry -defining health and longevity(18) -being faced with mortality -the early days of starting a business -setting a new standard for supplements -bringing a vision to life -strategies for business survival and enduring the grind -business growth during the COVID19 pandemic -optimizing immune health Follow Previnex on Instagram @previnex and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar, the company I am using to go solar on my house. When I first started l

Jes is a New York City running coach involved in many different communities. In this episode we talk about: -sprinter and triple jumper to 100 miler -New York City running communities -getting into ultra running -challenging yourself to inspire others -a happier runner is a faster runner -dealing with discomfort and fearing the unknown -running Leadville 100 miler -coping with pre-race anxiety -creating running communities -DNFs and time cuts offs -the Leadville llamas -flirting, naps, and aid stations in trail running -failing publicly with no regrets -never feeling ready for a challenge Follow Jes on Instagram @jeslynnyc and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Previnex This episode is also brought to you by Previnex. Previnex makes clinically effective supplements that promote longevity, performance, and every day health, and they donate vitamins to malnourished children with every customer order. From firsthand experience, I can tell you that Pr

Kara Goucher returns to the show! Check out For The Long Run Episode 34 for the first time Kara was on the podcast. Kara is a mom, race announcer, Oiselle and Altra sponsored athlete still super passionate about running beyond her elite career. In this episode we talk about: -the transformative power of running -raising an active kid -prioritizing family -reasons to run beyond setting PRs -running grateful and appreciating every mile -redefining goals and expectations -health challenges, illness and injury -aging and masters running -life after elite running -the draw of ultra marathons -differences in mentality between road, track, trail and ultra runners -braking free from the watch and the data -sponsorship in the age of social media -the place for podcasts -success is feeling whole and connected -family running goals -stepping into fear and setting scary goals -shared experiences in running and life Follow Kara on Instagram @karagoucher and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://

Ryan is a runner with a full time job, family man, ultra trail athlete, queer and gay person. In this episode we talk about: -dealing with a multitude of injuries -running identity when you can’t run -wearing many hats and being more than a runner -channeling a competitive type A personality -growing up and running in Alaska -running 5 marathons in 5 days aged 16 -connecting with your mind, body and surroundings through running -ultra running unlocking possibilities -belonging as a queer and gay trail runner -running retreats to help LGBTQ+ youth find themselves on the trails -giving back and having an impact -the pull to run longer and longer -Ryan’s first ultra marathon -getting hooked on ultra running to discover yourself and explore the unknown -growth and development in ultra and trail running -goal setting -sustainable motivations for lifelong running -community being about shared values Follow Ryan on Instagram @ultra.ryan and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fo

Mike, aka Kofuzi, is basically just a dude who runs a lot! He’s not an elite runner or a pro, he just enjoys sharing his experiences running a lot. In this episode we talk about: -evolving relationships with running from HS, college and adulthood -sharing the journey on social media -big audacious running goals and realizing you are capable of more -BQ, sub 3 and beyond -falling short of goals and not giving up -shifting goal posts with age -daily vlogs and creating content -becoming a running influencer -shoe reviews and YouTube -handling negative comments and criticism on social media -owning your own running journey and avoiding comparison Follow Mike on Instagram, Twitter and Strava @kofuzi and For The Long Run @forthelrpod Find Mike on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/kofuzi --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar Power, the company I am using to go solar on my house. When I first started looking into solar,

Addie is a professional athlete, sports psychology consultant, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, author and run coach. Personally and professionally, Addie is heavily involved in the running community. In this episode we talk about: -choosing to explore your limits across all facets of running -coaching athletes to stay curious -racing free of pressure or expectation -handling discomfort -building mental toughness requires intentional practice -unpacking mastery and a growth mindset -training for the Leadville 100 mile race -giving back to the running community -setting goals within your control: process over outcome -reasons for running 100 miles -“normal” non-elite athletes can run ultras too -separating your why and successes from objective measures -using running as a reflection for how you want to show up in the world -giving your best effort, even in low moments -deciding how you respond to challenges -distractions vs feedback during races Follow Addie on Instagram @addiebracy and For The Long Run @forthe

Charles is an analytical, hard working and creative person. He is an African American from Detroit, MI, with worldly experience, in constant search of challenges and competition. In this episode we talk about: -Charles accidentally discovering the New York City marathon at age 40 -catching the running bug -diversity, equity and inclusion in running -running marathons to inspire other black athletes -traveling abroad to race -handling the pressure and expectations of others -overcoming mental hurdles on the run -the support of family and community -remaining curious and grateful -masters athletes and redefining what’s possible later in life -never being too old to start running: age is no barrier -running for something bigger than oneself -the Tracksmith fellowship program -writing a memoir to share running experiences -no one runs alone and bringing people together -career changes and taking on big challenges -being an artist/ creative in NYC Follow Charles on Instagram @champagneandvitamins and For The Long

Clare is a highly passionate person, enthusiastic about all she does. In this episode we talk about: -her family history in distance running -starting running as an adult through couch-to-5km …then couch-to-ultra -not giving up despite failures and challenges -finding ultra marathons and the trail running community -running into the unknown  -racing without expectations or limitations  -fuelling mistakes  -getting into Western States first time in the lottery  -the pressure of running Western States 100 miler -mental and physical preparation for ultras  -sharing the suffering -choosing to do hard things -showing resilience through running and not giving up -choosing goals you’re really passionate about -the mental side of ultras and running alone -being curious about the unknown  -building confidence and self-worth  -social media and having an online presence  -relationships born through moving, sweating, and suffering with others   -volunteering and pacing at races -practicing gratitude and reflecting on pr

Kevin is a Colorado resident, Training Peaks employee, and ultra runner who loves going ridiculously long distances. In this episode we talk about: -getting hooked on super long distance races, 200+ miles -progressing from 0 running into ultras -major injuries and the possibility of never running again -dealing with the unknown -mindset before and during ultras -the why behind running long, strong and motivated -balancing community with healthy competition -running beyond 200 miles -handling low points in races and not quitting -experiences in running preparing you for life’s challenges -measuring success by time well spent -the unexpected side to recovering from ultras -crewing and volunteering -running bringing people together -being defined by running Follow Kevin on Instagram @ultraflykev and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar Power, the company I am using to go solar on my ho

Adam is a professional ultra runner, motivational speaker, and running coach, always looking to get the most out of himself and other people.  In this episode we talk about:  -the power of perspective and looking at the bigger picture  -falling in love with the process whether or not you achieve your goal  -from college baseball to becoming a professional ultra runner  -problem solving on the run  -running across America  -sponsors and forming brand partnerships  -learning more from struggles than successes  -run crewing and community support  -running Western States 100 miler  -running being a team sport: no one succeeds alone  -making the leap from Chicago to Tahoe trails  -finding your calling  -handling pressure and expectation  -growing the sport through media coverage  -gratitude for the support of others outweighing the pain of racing  -why people run ultras  -translating lessons learned on the run to life  F

CJ is just a typical guy who lives in Fresno, California. He is a cross country and track coach and professional marathon runner for Brooks. In this episode we talk about: -CJ’s progression and unconventional path to pro running -high volume training: lots and lots of miles -surpassing expectations and not setting limits -gaining confidence and self-belief through training -balancing outcome goals with process goals -interpreting results as learning opportunities -mental and physiological approaches to marathon pacing -self-experimentation and learning through experience -training science and fatigue -long runs over 26.2 miles -treadmill running -juggling multiple priorities: pro running, teaching, coaching, new parenthood and family -periodizing training -pursuing progress -preparing the mind for success and to achieve goals -normalizing breakthroughs and not self-sabotaging -putting running in perspective Follow CJ on Instagram @cjalbertson and For The Long Run @forthelrpod  --- Support this podcast: http

Dylan is a professional trail runner who grew up in Boulder, CO, but now lives in Portland, OR. He is at a crossroads in his professional life starting his venture Freetrail.    In this episode we talk about:  -being a lifelong athlete -from college lacrosse to trail and ultra running -becoming obsessed with the Leadville 100 -finding your calling and chasing joy  -achieving lifelong goals of professional athletics -bridging into the sports media landscape -depression and injuries -being more than “just a runner” and impacting others -anxiety behind going all in on doing what you love -the drive to always do more -the ultra runner psyche  -diving into sports media  -starting a podcast, Freetrail and the Trail Society -sharing stories and building community -the future of ultra/ trail running -being a fan and growing the sport -trail race magic  -race commentating and livestreams  -the journey is the destination: winning or losing doesn’t matter Follow Dylan on Instagram @dylanbo and Freetrail @runfreetrail a

Alan is a 48 year old runner who battles mental health, addiction and injuries. Alan is now, his own judge, police officer, healer and guiding force, with something to say and people to help. Trigger warning: this episode deals with suicide and severe mental illness. In this episode we talk about: -being in the thick of struggles -sharing so other people feel seen -moving for mental health -coping with injuries and holding onto hope -asking for help and accepting support -shockwave therapy -the importance of community and not being alone -adapting to change -inner dialogue and the stories we tell ourselves -taking full responsibility and action every day -being a role model -the intersection between lessons learned running and in life -suicide and the darkest mental health struggles -finding your true identity and defining yourself -work ethic and being your own worst enemy -pushing the limit -the impact of fitness communities -showing up for strangers Check out Alan’s first appearance on For The Long Run Epi

Carolyn is a Chinese American runner, mother, wife living in Boston. She is on a mission to spread joy and help others live their fullest life. In this episode we talk about: -starting running during a struggle with body image and disordered eating -running throughout different seasons of life -lessons learned on the run -good and bad vs perfection -evaluating effort rather than being fixed by outcomes -stress is stress -running for acceptance and to fit in -identity as an Asian-American -Diverse We Run -illuminating and connecting runners of different backgrounds and cultures -inclusion and belonging -helping others feel seen -finding the trails and running Trans Rockies -being a minority and creating change -choosing your own challenges and pursuing growth -redefining failure Follow Carolyn on Instagram @irunfortheglory @diversewerun and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar Power, t

Sarah is a runner, physical therapist, adventurer and mountain lover, proud Italian and avid chef who just loves to have a good time! In this episode we talk about: -reluctant starts in running -making the leap to live in Colorado -betting on yourself -the Boulder community and building relationships -running group intimidation and inclusion -all paces welcome -Sarah’s physiotherapy work at PR Labs -collaborative approach to injury management and prevention -prioritizing fun -epic outdoor adventures and new experiences -having a support system and sharing struggles -the emotional side of injuries -the intersection between PTs, therapy and mental health -unpacking the physiotherapy profession We referenced the Group Golf Therapy podcast which we think is worth checking out! Follow Sarah on Instagram @boulder_sports_physio and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar Power, the compan

This is Part 2 of a 3-Part episode recorded at the Endeavorun Austin retreat. Find Part 1 on the RaceMob podcast and Part 3 on the 80/20 Endurance podcast. The conversation is from a live panel discussion between Matt Fitzgerald, Bertrand Newson, Amanda Brooks and Dr Asher Henry, hosted by Jake Tuber and Hanna Hunstad. The four panelists are all coaches and in this episode they answer 3 key questions: -What do you wish more of your athletes knew? -What will you not do as a coach? -What do you wish more athletes would ask you as a coach? In this episode we talk about: -going all in on your goals -consistently over perfection -“slow” is not a bad word -easy days easy -the power of language -fitting in with the running community -the lost art of rest and recovery -nutrition and sleep for improved performance and injury prevention -structuring training for everyday runners: running, strength workouts, and complete rest days -the role of coaches -coaches not promising quick results -staying in your lane