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For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

Jonathan Levitt

Exploring the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. Running is a sport that has the power to unite us all and we are here to share conversations about how running has shaped the lives of people within our community, as well as how running has created community in itself. From pro runners and Olympians to ultramarathoners running their first big race to business owners who use running to improve their entrepreneurial journey, we believe in creating community and

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All Episodes

00:44:48

225. Addie Bracy: Mental Training Requires Curiosity...

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2022/08/05

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

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00:54:15

224. Charles Moore: It’s Not About The Marathon, It’s...

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2022/07/29

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

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00:52:12

223. Clare Farrow - Running Into The Hard Unknown

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2022/07/22

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

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00:50:25

222. Kevin Goldberg: Ultra Running to the Extreme

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2022/07/15

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

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00:56:30

221. Adam Kimble: Running is a Team Sport

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2022/07/08

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

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00:56:25

220. CJ Albertson: No Shortcuts To Success

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2022/07/01

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

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00:56:50

219. Dylan Bowman: Growing Trail + Ultra Running

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2022/06/24

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

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00:56:02

218. Alan Scherer: Taking Action Every Day

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2022/06/17

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

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00:59:15

217. Carolyn Su: Running For Representation

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2022/06/10

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

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01:00:00

216. Sarah Ceschin: Jazzed About Movement

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2022/06/03

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

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00:25:46

215. Endeavorun Live Panel: The Coach-Athlete...

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2022/05/27

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

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00:49:43

214. Sandy Crittenden: Going Solar and Finding...

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2022/05/20

Sandy is a pretty awesome runner, outdoor enthusiast, and Freedom Solar employee. In this episode we talk about: -getting into Spartan racing and ultra running -epic solo adventures -testing limits and challenging impossible -the unique endurance athlete psyche -New England vs Colorado trail running -relocating for a better work-life balance -the intersection between endurance athletes and the environment -the basics of solar energy -saving money with renewable energy -why everyone can benefit

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00:57:49

213. Justin Grunewald: Everyone Deserves a Spotlight...

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2022/05/13

Justin is a physician, trail runner, partner to Amanda Basham, and father of two. Justin also was Gabe Grunewald’s partner up until she passed away from cancer in 2019. In this episode we talk about: -trying different race distances -balancing running with medical school and long work hours -learning from failure, overtraining and fatigue -ultra running and trail adventures -Justin’s relationship with Gabe (Gabriele) Grunewald -being in the public eye and raising awareness of rare cancers -playing a

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00:55:38

212. Bertrand Newson: Coaching with Happiness

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2022/05/06

Bertrand describes himself as the happiest version of himself at this moment in time. He is a former hotel executive who got into running later in life. Coach B is a father, brother, son, eldest of 6, full-time run coach and 64x marathoner! In this episode we talk about: -being humbled and appreciating the challenge of running -getting hooked on running and race celebrations -everyone has a unique and beautiful journey -being your personal best self -finding your why for training and

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00:56:22

211. Live at the Boston Marathon: Cultivating...

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2022/04/29

This episode of the podcast is a recording from a live panel discussion at the Brooks Hyperion House during the 2022 Boston Marathon weekend. This discussion is moderated by me, Jonathan Levitt, and the panelists are: Dana Bogan, Sidney Baptista, Emily Saul, and Amy Tortorello. In this episode we talk about: -the Boston running community -defining community and belonging -celebrating diversity of person and pace -reasons for showing up -being part of something bigger than yourself -November

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00:59:48

210. Bret Biggart: Having a Positive Impact on the Earth

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2022/04/22

Bret is the founder and CEO of Freedom Solar Power passionate about being a guy of service to his family and communities in recovery and sport. In this episode we talk about: -the intersection of athletics and business -exercise as medicine and a mental reset -grit being the key to success -problem solving on the run and working through challenges -living life in a day during endurance events -goal setting -going all in and risking failure -consistency in doing the work -prioritizing and saying

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00:49:21

209. Sara Vaughn: Family Comes First

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2022/04/15

Sara Vaughn is a mom of four, wife, realtor and runner. In this episode we talk about: -balancing many different hats -being more than just a runner -bringing the family along through different seasons of life -fostering a love of sport in children -the rise of running realtors -preparing for the 2022 Boston Marathon, Sara’s 2nd ever marathon and 1st Marathon Major -debuting at the 2021 California International Marathon (CIM) -lessons from a first-time marathoner -patience with pacing -Boston

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00:50:26

208. Andrew Simmons: Success Has A Lot Of Flavors

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2022/04/08

Andrew Simmons is a runner and run coach who finds joy on the run himself alongside his own athletes. In this episode we talk about: -Endeavorun and the running community -from wrestling to triathlon and running -imposter syndrome at all levels of success -being honest with yourself and asking for help -leaving corporate America to go all in on coaching -untraditional career moves -problem solving in life and running -youth coaching with belief and freedom -learning from failures and other

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00:58:07

207. Tyler Andrews: Rediscovering Motivation and...

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2022/04/01

Tyler is an endurance athlete, runner and mountain climber, who has been pushing his limits since he was a teenager, and is now living at altitude in Ecuador. In this episode we talk about: -motivation -transitioning from the roads to longer trail runs -altitude training -balancing different goals: road marathons and mountain ultras -taking big swings -learning from losses and failing forward -breakfast conversations with Jim Walmsley -surrounding yourself with role models and inspirations -being a

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00:53:34

206. Katie Arnold: Exploring How To Be More Present

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2022/03/25

Katie is a writer, runner, mother, human, aspiring zen student, mountain lover, wanderer and seeker, in an order that changes with the day. In this episode we talk about: -using writing and storytelling to work through problems and difficult emotions -curiosity and creativity -the human experience -staying present with the process rather than always looking forward and chasing more -stillness and meditation -being open to possibilities and holding goals lightly -looking within for answers and doing

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