Best Jonathan Levitt Podcasts (2025)

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Running By Feel Over Data: Riley Brady’s Journey to Western States, Nike, and Beyond 45:54

1d ago45:54

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We’re only a couple of weeks from the Western States Endurance Run, so we caught up with a pro for an inside look at strategizing for it! Riley Brady is a professional ultra trail runner for Nike Trail living and training in Boulder, CO. Jon chatted with them about: The process of earning a golden ticket to Western States How Riley’s low salt loss …

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Colleen Quigley is Building a New Kind of Olympic Development Team 1:11:54

9d ago1:11:54

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Athletes are more than their sport, so Colleen’s working to bring a holistic approach to team running. Colleen Quigley is an American middle-distance runner, Olympian, entrepreneur, mentor, National Champion, and lover of women's sports. From her high school days on the cross country and track teams, to her collegiate career and Florida State, and …

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How to Enjoy the Whole Process of Long Distance Running with Makena Morley 48:01

16d ago48:01

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There are a million and one ways to train for running. But the best way? To Makena, it’s whatever gives you the most fun. Makena Morley is a long distance runner living in Bozeman, MT and running for ASICS. She graduated from University of Colorado in 2020 and now coaches via RunDoyen. Listen to hear about: Struggles and challenges of transitionin…

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Q+A with Caitlyn Miller: Run Recovery, Business, and Race Day Prep (Live Recording at Fleet Feet in Boulder) 30:49

18d ago30:49

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We love in-person events. If you missed this one at Fleet Feet in Boulder in April 2025, you can catch up with this recording! Caitlyn Miller is a 26 year old business owner and marathon runner. Caitlyn’s business, Expntl Athletics, specializes in activewear for distance runners. She joined Jon live at Fleet Feet for this live discussion and audien…

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Defying the Odds, One Marathon at a Time with Annie Kalter 48:29

22d ago48:29

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What does it mean to show up with joy even in the midst of the hardest seasons? Annie Kalter is a 15-time Boston Marathoner, a mom, a school culture professional, and a woman with an extraordinary story of resilience. After surviving a heart attack that required her to be revived four times, Annie defied the odds to complete her 15th Boston Maratho…

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Make Time for Triathlons and Ultramarathons Even with a Packed Life: Pro Runner Allison Baca 54:22

30d ago54:22

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Hoping to make time for your goals even when you have a million obligations to manage? Allison Baca is a professional trail runner for HOKA. She juggles parenting a 3-year-old and working full time in finance while squeezing in training to compete in big mountain races. Listen to hear about: Getting into endurance sports with triathlons and transit…

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A Shame-Free Look at Eating Disorders, Recovery, and Mental Health in Runners 43:43

1M ago43:43

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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders. Athletes face a lot of mental and physical pressure around fueling, so we need to break taboos. Kate Ringwood is a licensed therapist that specializes in eating disorders in athletes. Kate's personal experience navigating her own recovery while competing in cross country and track influenced…

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Blending Faith and Fitness after Sudden Cardiac Arrest with Dom Fusco 49:21

1M ago49:21

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This runner took a scary setback and turned it into a message of hope. Dom Fusco is a health and wellness creator, coach, endurance athlete, and community builder based in Austin, Texas. After surviving a sudden cardiac arrest in 2023, Dom made it his mission to help others strengthen their bodies, sharpen their minds, and deepen their faith to liv…

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Designing the World’s First and Smartest Running Shoe: Avelo’s Founder Royi Metser 54:42

2M ago54:42

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Royi Metser is the founder and CEO of Avelo, the company behind the world's first smart running shoe. Running changed Royi’s life in 2021 after a blood test was the kick in the butt he needed to make a change. Three days later he signed up for his first marathon. It was through his personal mission to improve at running that he decided to build a p…

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How to Build Your Confidence and Self-Compassion for Running with Certified Mental Performance Consultant Neal Palles 1:02:37

2M ago1:02:37

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Want to build your mental strength and confidence before your next race? Neal Palles is an ultrarunning coach and a psychotherapist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant. Through his private practice, Colorado Psychotherapy and Sport Performance, he works with athletes who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or a performance related issu…

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The Ultimate Guide to the Boston Marathon with George Woodward 43:07

2M ago43:07

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Boston is coming up next week, and to celebrate, we have a special bonus episode with you to give you the complete guide to the Boston Marathon experience with George Woodward. George Woodward is a father, data scientist, runner, and certified coach who came to running and racing late in life. Boston 2025 will be Marathon number 21 and Boston numbe…

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The Realities of Balancing Parenthood, Entrepreneurship, and Running with Jenny Jurek 57:54

2M ago57:54

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Family life in an athletic family can be a balancing act. Jenny Jurek is an avid runner and adventure seeker sharing her passion of the outdoors with her two young children and husband, Scott Jurek. After twenty years designing sustainable outdoor apparel, she recently launched her own business, “Always Up”, which offers performance products that e…

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How Caitlyn Miller Went from Math Teacher to Runner and Owner of Expntl Athletics 1:03:11

2M ago1:03:11

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What does it take to build a passion-based activewear line? Caitlyn Miller is a 26 year old business owner and marathon runner. Caitlyn’s business, Expntl Athletics, specializes in activewear for distance runners. Listen to hear about: How social media helped Caitlyn connect to audiences and build a brand Navigating the mental and physical aspects …

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Lessons from Pro Golfer Scott Stallings on Training for the Boston Marathon 53:58

3M ago53:58

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Golfing might help your running more than you’d think. Scott Stallings is a 3x PGA Tour winner who earned the reputation as "The Fittest on Tour" due to his fitness-first lifestyle. In April, Scott will be participating in the 2025 Boston Marathon - his first-ever Marathon - while raising funds for and supporting Golf Fights Cancer, a non-profit or…

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How an Elite Runner Manages Imposter Syndrome and Finds Joy in Training with Adam Vadeboncoeur 54:52

3M ago54:52

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Elite athletes deal with many of the same challenges that recreational runners do. Adam Vadeboncoeur’s been running for over 20 years but is now finding his stride in his mid 30’s. Over the past few years, he’s gained his first Team USA spot for 50km World Championships, a 100k road national title, and a sub 2:18 marathon. Listen to hear about: Imp…

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This Marathon’s Not Just a Race, But a Premier Experience: The Marathon Project with Ben Rosario 58:08

3M ago58:08

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The Marathon Project is back and bigger than ever. Ben Rosario spent two years as a member of the Hansons Brooks Distance Project, was the special events director for the GO! Saint Louis Marathon, founded the Northern Arizona Elite professional team, and co-founded a specialty running store--Big River Running Company. Now, Ben’s the CEO of The Mara…

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Cutting through the Noise in Sports Nutrition with Your Diet Sucks Hosts Kylee Van Horn and Zoë Rom 53:48

3M ago53:48

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In a world of diet culture, nutrition for running can feel complex and exhausting– but it shouldn’t be. Zoë Rom is a writer and journalist based in Carbondale, CO. Kylee Van Horn is the founder of sports nutrition business Flynutrition, which helps runners, triathletes, cyclists, and skiers to learn not only the ‘why’ but the ‘how’ behind fueling f…

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A More Affordable Way to Fuel Your Running and Endurance Adventures 1:04:10

4M ago1:04:10

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Fueling your sports can be a lot simpler than you may think. Aaron Gouw and Gabe Multer co-founded Carbs Fuel, an emerging brand in the endurance sports nutrition space. Carbs Fuel believes that fueling shouldn’t be reserved to the affluent minority. Their flagship product is their Original 50g Energy Gel. Listen to hear about: How Aaron’s and Gabe…

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Set More Meaningful Goals for Yourself, Your Community, and the Planet with Coach Tucker Grose 50:49

4M ago50:49

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This chat with a coach will have you reworking your running goals to be even more impactful. Tucker Grose is an endurance athlete and coach who enjoys competing over a variety of distances and surfaces. In 2024 alone, he completed events from 800m on the track to 100k on the trails. Tucker’s helped over 100 athletes incorporate running into their l…

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The Cost of Not Fueling Properly as an Endurance Athlete with Sports Dietitian Claire Shorenstein 57:24

4M ago57:24

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Runners tend to overcomplicate nutrition, so let’s talk about both mindset and science. Claire Shorenstein (MS, RD, CSSD) is a board-certified Sports Dietitian working with teenage and adult athletes from the recreational to elite level. Her virtual private practice, Eat for Endurance, helps busy, active people learn how to fuel themselves for heal…

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How a Former Pro Runner Balances Passions to Be a Pro Dad with Adam Merry 58:05

4M ago58:05

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Want a realistic look at how parents can spend meaningful time with their kids while also working toward running goals? Adam Merry is a professional dad and former pro runner living in Belfast, Maine. He loves the process of self-discovery and improvement through training and race trail and ultra marathons. Listen to hear about: Finding a sustainab…

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A Real Look Behind the Scenes of Producing this Podcast with Emily Holland 1:19:14

4M ago1:19:14

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For The Long Run’s podcast consultant is here to pull back the veil on everything from production to brand partnerships! Emily Holland is the co-founder of Wild Poppy Creative Consulting, working with creators and small business owners to maximize their impact on the world. She’s worked with Jon for 3 years now and she joins the pod to break down e…

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The Social Side of Running: How Community Events Fill a Need for Human Connection with Brunch Running’s Alexandra Weissner 43:37

5M ago43:37

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Ever thought about starting a run club or event of your own? Listen up! Alexandra Weissner is the co-founder of Brunch Running, a community-focused run club and event series based in Denver. With years of experience producing events like The bRUNch Run and the Steamboat Marathon, Alexandra has built a vibrant community that celebrates running, conn…

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How to Turn a Setback into Two Steps Forward with Pro Runner Fiona O’Keeffe 36:55

5M ago36:55

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How do you stay motivated after a big setback or injury? Fiona O'Keeffe is a professional runner with the PUMA Elite team based in North Carolina. After graduating from Stanford in 2020, she made the move to the East Coast and found success on the roads under the guidance of Alistair and Amy Cragg. Listen to hear about: - Balancing competition and …

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Tips for Downhill Running, Process Goals, and Long-Term Running Planning with Coach Ian Sharman 57:11

5M ago57:11

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Get tips from a coach who’s run over 250 marathons and ultras on 5 continents! Ian Sharman is the founder of Sharman Ultra Coaching, a team of elite coaches. He got a marathon PR of 2:21 at age 43, and a half marathon PR of 1:03 at age 44. He's won over 50 marathon+ races with at least one win every year for 19 (and counting) consecutive years. Ian…

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What It Takes to Win Your Country’s First Olympic Medal with Julien Alfred 38:50

5M ago38:50

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This sprinter came from humble beginnings and is now one of the fastest people on Earth. Julien Alfred is a Saint Lucian sprinter and PUMA athlete who won the gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics 100-meter event, setting a new national record of 10.72s in the final. Her medal was the first-ever Olympic medal for Saint Lucia, and then won a silver…

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The Stories Shaping Running Culture with Like The Wind Magazine’s Simon Freeman 56:46

6M ago56:46

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Print media is still alive, and it’s shaping running culture, too. Simon Freeman is a runner and co-founder of Like the Wind magazine, an indie running publication telling stories that inspire, motivate and move runners. He and his wife Julie also co-founded Freestak, an influencer platform for endurance sports brands which they sold in 2023. Simon…

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This Athlete’s on a Mission to Simplify Endurance Nutrition: Laura Jorgensen of Fuel Goods 54:04

6M ago54:04

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Laura Jorgensen took a "short" break from her finance job that turned into a seven-year pro cycling career, earning over 50 podiums and a spot on the U.S. National Team. Along the way, she and her teammate-turned-cofounder Courteney Lowe built The RunnerBox and The RiderBox into top-ranked subscription boxes. In 2024, tired of the sports nutrition …

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How to Run For Joy and Not Ego with Writer Raz Rauf of Running Sucks 48:17

6M ago48:17

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Raz says that running sucks, but we should do it anyway. Raziq Rauf is an NCTJ-trained journalist (writer) and USATF-certified running coach (runner). Raz interviews interesting people from the running world, and writes about their impact on running culture and the people around them in his weekly newsletter, Running Sucks. Listen to hear about: So…

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Failure Is Not Forever: Marion Jones' Pivot from Scandal to Finding Purpose 1:01:56

6M ago1:01:56

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The media often only shows one side of a story where the “fastest woman on the planet” has to return her Olympic medals. Marion Jones competed in track and field and became a household name in the early 2000’s, working with major brands and competing in 5 events at the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics. In 2007, Marion confessed that she had lied about t…

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How to Improve Your Running Economy and Set Effective Goals with Applied Sport Scientist Jonah Rosner 52:23

7M ago52:23

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You could get an edge on your next running goals by learning a bit about running physiology. Jonah Rosner is an applied sport scientist and strength and running coach living in Brooklyn, NY. Jonah spent the past 7 years working with athletes and teams from all major American Professional Team sports, and at 25 was one of the youngest sport scientis…

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Eric Hinman on How to Design Perfect Days and Why Consistency Over Time Can Change Your Life 59:36

7M ago59:36

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Feeling stuck and hoping to have more perfect days in 2025? This one’s for you. Eric Hinman is a hybrid athlete, 5x Ironman, serial entrepreneur, and brand builder based in Denver. Eric believes in the long-term vision of the brands he partners with. His portfolio of angel investments in the wellness space includes companies such as Ten Thousand, H…

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Running Food That’s MadeGood: How People and Passion Blend to Create On-the-Go Fuel with Salma Fotovat 49:43

7M ago49:43

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What if your favorite running snack could also positively change the world? Salma Fotovat is a co-founder of Riverside Natural Foods, home to one of our favorite snack brands, MadeGood. Salma is passionate about where food comes from and leads the sourcing and impact initiatives at Riverside. Running has brought connection, perspective, and gratitu…

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How to Set Your Next Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal with Team RWB’s Mike “Sully” Sullivan 53:08

7M ago53:08

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What’s the big, scary goal that you’re going to choose for 2025? Mike "Sully" Sullivan is a retired Special Forces Colonel with 30 years of service in the U.S. Army, including six combat tours in Afghanistan and leadership roles in elite Special Operations units. Sully is the current Chief of Staff of the veteran support group Team Red, White & Blu…

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Dakotah Lindwurm on her Olympic Race, Training for the NYC Marathon, and Injury Prevention 50:26

8M ago50:26

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Dakotah Lindwurm is an Olympic Marathoner from Minnesota who runs for PUMA and Minnesota Distance Elite. She made the podium at the Olympic Trials, came in 12th in Paris 2024, and has a 2:24 marathon personal best. Listen to hear about: How Dakotah’s changed since her last FTLR appearance before Boston 2023 Big lessons from tough runs Her Paris 202…

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Boulderthon Expo Panel: How Pro Runners Face the Challenges and Welcome the Joys of Running 47:06

8M ago47:06

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Hear straight from pro runners on their biggest challenges and joys of the sport. Jon moderated this panel discussion at Boulderthon on September 28, 2024 with athletes Scott Jurek, Molly Seidel, Rory Linkletter, Maor Tiyouri, and Dakotah Lindwurm. Listen to hear about: Why each athlete chose running (and why their Whys can change) How they keep mo…

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The Limiting Factor is Your Own Mind: Jeremy Miller’s Journey in Running, Content Creation, and Entrepreneurship 51:01

8M ago51:01

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Are you one of those runners who started off absolutely hating the sport? Jeremy Miller is an athlete and content creator based in Austin, TX. He has completed several marathons and ultras with a 2:44 marathon personal best. Jeremy is also known for his unique athletic feats, like running a sub-5-minute mile and deadlifting 500 pounds on the same d…

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How Olympic Medalist Molly Seidel Navigates Injury and Mental Health Struggles 1:03:01

8M ago1:03:01

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Olympic Marathoner Molly Seidel calls herself a “running nerd to the core,” but that doesn’t mean it’s all fun and games. Molly is an Olympic bronze medalist in the marathon who lives in Flagstaff, AZ. Listen to hear about: How injuries an (including emergency appendectomy) affect her mental health Learning how to define herself beyond just running…

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How Jason Bahamundi Overcame Burnout and Disordered Eating to Build a Media Platform for Everyday Athletes 53:05

8M ago53:05

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Is building a media company a bigger test of endurance than a 250 mile race? Jason Bahamundi is an 8x Ironman and 8x 100 Mile finisher, plus a finisher of the inaugural Cocodona 250. But he thinks his biggest endurance feat so far is founding his sports publication, Run•Tri•Bike. Jason believes that there is a spot at the starting line for everybod…

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Why Teen Ultrarunner Sebastian Salsbury Wants to Break Records and Inspire Youth to Run 46:28

9M ago46:28

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At just 9 years old, Sebastian Salsbury ran his first ultramarathon race. He knew even then that he had to become one of the best in the sport someday. Now, Sebastian is an 18-year-old professional trail runner in Santa Barbara, CA who’s found a second family in the trail running community. He believes that anyone at any age can start running. List…

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Why Athletes Should Get Vulnerable, Seek Discomfort, and Find Boredom with Dr. Lara Pence 1:08:56

9M ago1:08:56

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What sounds more challenging: Running a hard 10k, or sitting still for three days without exercise? Dr. Lara Pence is a licensed clinical psychologist working with elite and professional athletes. She helps them not only improve their performance in sport but also connect more deeply with the entire life experience. Lara’s also the founder of The C…

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Leadville 100: How Zoë Rom's Self-Compassion and Identity Shifts Led to a Running Breakthrough 1:03:22

9M ago1:03:22

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How does a runner go from self-described bench warmer to podium finisher at one of the most renowned 100 milers in the world? Zoë Rom is a writer and journalist based in Carbondale, CO. She’s the host and producer of The Trailhead Podcast and Your Diet Sucks, and author of the book “Becoming a Sustainable Runner.” And she was the second female fini…

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Leadville 100: How Mary Denholm Trained, Fueled, and Lived to Win the 2024 Race 1:08:51

9M ago1:08:51

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What does it take to win the Leadville Trail 100 Run during your first-ever year of competing on trail? Mary Denholm cracked the code after racing almost exclusively on roads from 2015-2024. During that time, she took her road marathon personal record from 3:39 to 2:36 and qualified twice for the Olympic Marathon Trials. Mary decided to shift to ul…

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Running for Change and Representation with Carolina Rubio-MacWright 1:01:38

10M ago1:01:38

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This episode is with Carolina Rubio-MacWright: mom and ultrarunner who recently completed the 2024 Western States 100 miler. She describes herself as a dreamer who is happier in the woods and passionate about building a better world than we have now. Carolina immigrated to the United States from Colombia, and now works as an immigration lawyer in N…

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How Molly Hurford Balances Ultrarunning with a Busy Life 47:58

10M ago47:58

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This episode is with Molly Hurford, an extremely multifaceted human. Molly is a long-time sports journalist, author, the co-founder of the Consummate Athlete podcast with her husband, and most recently started her own publishing company “Strong Girl Publishing” to inspire girls and young women to stay active and enjoy reading. She is also a seasone…

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Running Across America + Building A Wellness Brand with Albie Masland 47:07

10M ago47:07

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This episode is with runner and entrepreneur Albie Masland. Albie is a husband, father and friend, a builder, dreamer, doer, entrepreneur and endurance athlete. A former college lacrosse player, Albie found distance running as an outlet for disappointment and failure, and to help balance out his other identities and life priorities. In 2012, and wi…

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Solving Common Runners’ Problems: Altitude, Anti-Inflammatories, Blisters and More! With Dr. Grant Lipman 1:00:04

10M ago1:00:04

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This episode is with Dr. Grant Lipman, founder of GOES Health, a wilderness medicine resource designed to democratize outdoor health through an app. Dr. Lipman is fascinated by how humans adapt and perform in extreme environments, including athletes at altitude. He also enjoys trail running with his dog, climbing mountains and skiing. Topic timesta…

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Support Women’s Sports at the Olympics and Paralympics with Jamie Mittelman 51:20

11M ago51:20

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This episode is with sports fanatic and entrepreneur Jamie Mittelman. Jamie describes herself as a 36-year old from Boston who grew up obsessed with sports and decided to make a career out of it. She is a lifelong athlete who played soccer in college, before mixing her passion with her profession, and founding Flame Bearers to share unsung stories …

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Rory Linkletter: How an Olympic Runner Thinks About Training and Racing 55:46

11M ago55:46

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This episode is with Olympian and professional marathon runner Rory Linkletter. He is a father of two, avid sports fan, passionate runner, and a Christian. Rory is currently training for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, where he will represent Team Canada in the marathon. He ran a 2:08:01 marathon to qualify for the Olympics by only 9 seconds! In t…

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100 Marathons and Beyond + Running Shoe Innovation with Todd Falker 1:02:28

11M ago1:02:28

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This episode is with head of product at PUMA running Todd Falker. Todd describes himself as somebody who loves his family, and through overcoming his own challenges, is driven to make the most out of each day and help others do the same. Hailing from Michigan, he is passionate about the outdoors, nature, and innovation, as well as being a massive s…

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