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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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46. Cody Reed: The Importance of Living YOUR Life

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/12/27

This week's guest is Cody Reed. Cody is a trail and ultra runner living in Flagstaff, Arizona. As you'll hear him share right off the bat, he really likes running long distances. In this episode Cody talked about: -why he likes running long -the mental side of running these "long ass distances" -the importance of balancing life and training -what he does in his spare time away from running and coaching -his big goals -what he's scared of -the Grand Canyon as a training ground for the Coconino

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00:49:19

45. Grayson Murphy: Follow Your Arrow Wherever It Points

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/12/20

This week’s guest is Grayson Murphy. Grayson is a road and trail runner living in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this episode, we talked about: -not labeling herself as *just* a road or trail runner -HAPPINESS and what it means for her -taking risks and following her arrow -leaving a sponsor and signing with a new one -her start with trails -what scares her -how she uses social media -therapy and mental health -her 2020 Training/Life Planner -The Why behind she runs -Guidance from Megan and David

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00:38:41

44. Patrick Reagan: Running long and feeling strong

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/12/13

This week’s podcast is with Patrick Reagan. Patrick is an ultra runner who lives in Savannah Georgia. We recorded this episode in the days prior to his third hundred miler of the year, which he ended up winning. In this episode, we talked about: -his love for running long distance races -why he loves what happens beyond six hours -mental toughness -why he trains and races the way he does -logistics of training in a state without much elevation… but plenty of heat -much more! You can follow along

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00:54:00

43. Abby Levene: Aligning your Job (and Life) with...

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/12/07

This week’s episode is with Abby Levene. Abby is a trail runner living in Boulder, Colorado. In this episode we talked about: -Abby’s dive into trail running -her first 50k -her injury earlier in 2019 and coming back healthy later in the year -her love for Mother Nature and the environment -the running community -running at CU Boulder and the community in Boulder -so much more! You can follow her adventures at instagram.com/aplevene and twitter.com/levene_machine The quote I butchered from Maggie

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00:23:43

42. Keely Henninger: Taking Care of Your Body and...

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/11/29

This week’s podcast is with Keely Henninger. Keely is a trail runner living in Portland, Oregon who runs for Nike Trail and works as a biomechanics researcher. This was a shorter episode, as our coach David and his wife Megan (and their dog Addie) showed up for a pre-TNF meet up, and we’ll hopefully record another (and longer) episode in 2020! In this episode we talked about: -the journey and ups and downs -coming back from a big injury -lessons learned as a result -health and nutrition -the

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00:55:16

41. ‪Mario Fraioli : The State of Affairs in Running...

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/11/22

This week’s podcast is with Mario Fraioli. Mario is a coach and very solid runner himself, living in Northern California. In this episode, we talked about: -the state of affairs in running -how Mario thinks we can all help turn the tide for the better -mental health and Mario’s experience with an eating disorder as a younger runner -the guidance he has for other coaches and athletes. -how Mario has seen the running industry change over the years. -coaching an athlete through different parts of their

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00:35:30

40. Kellyn Taylor: Chasing the Olympic Dream

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/11/15

This week's episode is with Kellyn Taylor. Kellyn is a mom, wife, and pro runner for Hoka One One Northern Arizona Elite in Flagstaff, Arizona. In this episode we talked about: -being all in on her big goals -taking chances and coming up short sometimes -importance of a long term focus -social media use as a pro athlete -pursuits outside of running -HOKA NAZ Elite -much more! Follow along at twitter.com/kellyn_taylor and instagram.com/kellyn_taylor! --- Support this podcast:

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00:46:20

39. Sara Hall: Running Fast and Taking Chances

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/11/08

This week’s episode is with Sara Hall. Sara is a professional runner living in Flagstaff, AZ. In this episode we talked about: -her racing this season -listening to her body -taking calculated risks, and doing things that make her happy and fulfilled -her approach to social media -faith and running/life -much more! You can follow Sara at twitter.com/sarahall3 and instagram.com/sarahall3 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support

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00:58:01

38. A Grand Canyon Wrap-Up with David Roche 🏜

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/10/31

I sat down with my coach David Roche to discuss the Grand Canyon adventure. In this episode we talked about: -Training and setting big scary goals -Progress over the last year -Fueling a 13 hour adventure -David's approach to recovery from a big day like R2R2R -How my approach to running (and life) has changed recently -How therapy has helped my running -What happened immediately after we finished -and much more! --- Support this podcast:

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00:48:11

37. Lindsay Flanagan: from Chicago to Boulder, and...

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2019/10/18

This week’s guest is Lindsay Flanagan. Lindsay is a pro runner living and training in Boulder, CO. In this episode, we talked about: -pancakes -the Boulder bubble -2019 Chicago Marathon and her goals for it -social media as a pro -balance -her experience at the Boston Marathon -much more! Follow along at instagram.com/lflanagan2 and twitter.com/lflanagan242 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support

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00:51:34

36. Amanda Basham: from marathons to mountains

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/10/11

This week's guest is Amanda Basham. Amanda is a trail and ultra runner (and coach!), living in Boulder, CO. In this episode, we talked about: -living in Boulder -her love for Western States -how she trains and races 100's -running in the 2013 Boston Marathon -her eating disorder and how running helped her take control -progression from marathons into ultras -much more! You can follow Amanda’s adventures at instagram.com/amanda_basham and twitter.com/trainer_ab --- Support this podcast:

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00:56:18

35. Noah Droddy: A [Really Fast] Blue-Collar Runner 👔

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/10/04

Noah is a professional runner living in Boulder, Colorado, currently training for the Chicago Marathon this fall. In this episode we talked about: -Noah's training over the last few years -why he took the leap -living in Boulder -balance, or lack thereof, as a pro runner -what he struggles with -what he's afraid of -Chicago Marathon 2019 -what's ahead -some fun fan (and girlfriend) submitted questions You can find Noah at twitter.com/ibuilttheark and instagram.com/noah_droddy --- Support this

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34. Kara Goucher: An Olympian Tackling New Adventures

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/09/27

This week's guest is Kara Goucher. Kara is an Olympian, a mom, wife, and fighter for clean sport. She’s also a new trail runner! In this episode, we talked about: -her adventures in trail running -what it's like trying something totally new -what it was like to have things go the way they did at Leadville -how she's changed training -mental health and therapy -Clean Sport -what's next for her -so much more! Follow Kara's adventures at Twitter.com/karagoucher and Instagram.com/karagoucher ---

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00:47:25

33. Reed Fischer: Tinman Elite and Marvel Comics

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/09/13

This week's guest is Reed Fischer. Reed runs for Tinman Elite in Boulder, CO. In this episode, we talked about: -how Tinman got started -how they approach training and connecting with fans -sponsorship -a few lighter/entertaining questions submitted from fans -Reed's focus on longevity and progress over time -staying motivated -his top three cereals -Reed's diet as a pro -much more! Follow along at www.instagram.com/reedfisch and twitter.com/reedfisch --- Support this podcast:

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00:49:07

32. Hayden Hawks: Running on Faith

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/09/06

This week's episode is with Hayden Hawks. Hayden is a professional trail runner, husband, father, and coach. In this episode, we talked about: -what gets him really excited in life and sport -Western States training camp -UTMB -the strength and power of a mustache on race day -how he's honed his diet in the last few years -how faith impacts his training and life -much more! You can find Hayden at Twitter.com/hawks1hayden and Instagram.com/hawks_hayden --- Support this podcast:

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00:54:49

31. Brad Lindeberg: Running on Dad Jokes

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/08/30

This week's guest is Brad Lindeberg, or as I like to call him, Dad Joke Brad. Brad is a hard working amateur runner, and in this episode we talked about: -Dad Jokes -what got Brad into running -what keeps Brad running -balance -some of the challenges he's faced -Brad the Kudos Bot -how he uses social media to connect with other runners -and much more! You can find Brad at https://twitter.com/BradRunsFar and https://www.instagram.com/bradrunsfar/ --- Support this podcast:

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00:45:26

30. Shalaya Kipp: Running on Science 🤓

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/08/23

This week's episode is with Shalaya Kipp. Shalaya is a runner, scientist, PhD student, and Olympian. In this week's episode, we went deep down the running nerd rabbit hole. We talked about: -the Nike 4% project -blood biomarkers and athletic performance -sponsorship as an elite athlete -her experience at the London Olympics in 2012 -what gets her really excited in life -much more! You can find Shalaya at twitter.com/shalayakipp and instagram.com/shalayakipp --- Support this podcast:

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00:46:43

29. Reid Buchanan: sharing the road towards excellence

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/08/16

This week's episode is with pro runner Reid Buchanan. Reid runs for On, and lives in Mammoth Lakes, California. He's one of my favorite athletes to follow because of his no-BS approach to training, social media, and life. In this episode, we talked about: -his journey and progression as a college athlete into a pro runner -why and how he's taken a calculated and long-term oriented approach -how he structures his training -his training environment in Mammoth Lakes, CA -how he uses social media... and

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28. Dorothy Beal: Marathons and Mileposts

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/08/09

This week's episode is with Dorothy Beal, founder of @mileposts and #irunthisbody. In this episode, we talked about: -listening to your body... and what that really means -why Dorothy loves racing marathons -why Dorothy loves racing MULTIPLE marathons in the same cycle -Dorothy's history with social media -the benefits of therapy and focusing on mental health... and much more! You can find Dorothy on Instagram at www.instagram.com/mileposts and on Twitter at www.Twitter.com/mileposts! ---

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00:51:56

27. Cat Bradley: from DFL to winning Western States

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running ·

2019/08/02

This week's guest is Cat Bradley. Cat's a pro trail runner for Salomon living in Colorado. In this episode, we talked about: -her love for 100 milers -what she's scared of -how she practices gratitude and appreciation on the run -SWAP Run Coaching -what keeps her going through tough times -fueling at altitude -carrot cake -much more! You can follow along with Cat's adventures on Instagram at www.instagram.com/catberad! --- Support this podcast:

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