Ali on the Run Show
Episodes
85. What's New With You Week with Emily Halnon
02 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I now live in a barn with an elderly schnauzer, surrounded by goats." —Emily Halnon Emily Halnon was the very first guest on the Ali on the Run Sho...
84. Career Q&A with Katie Burke
25 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"It's never too late to do what you wanted to do growing up. But it's not going to come easy, and no one's going to hand it to you." —Katie Burke Ka...
83. Ryan Linden, Ironman, Entrepreneur, & Husband to Des Linden
19 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I had no idea there was a camera on me. But yes, I have seen all the memes." — Ryan Linden If Ryan Linden's last name sounds familiar, that's becau...
82. Tim & Jessica Murphy, Co-Founders of BibRave
11 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"You have to be OK with hearing no, but also not letting that be the last thing that you hear.'" — Tim Murphy Tim and Jessica Murphy are the husband...
81. Rob Krar, Ultra Runner & Mental Health Advocate
05 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I said, 'No way am I running Western States! That's 100 miles!'" — Rob Krar, Western States Endurance Run winner 2014 Rob Krar is one of the kings ...
80. Amelia Boone, Ultra Runner & World's Toughest Mudder
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I was so petrified of failure for so long that I never ventured outside of things I knew I was good at." —Amelia Boone Amelia Boone is a badass. By...
79. Kayla Itsines
21 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I've been doing this for three years now and I'm still not used to it. I still get nervous. I worry, am I saying the right thing? Do they like me? Am...
78. Wesley Little, Couples Therapist
14 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"You can make a career shift at any time. Because why not pursue something that you think would make you happy?" —Wesley Little Wesley Little is a l...
77. Ali on the Run Show LIVE! Featuring Meb Keflezighi, Andrea Barber, Chris Heuisler, and Des Linden
07 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"In order to find out what you can do, you have to show up. Give yourself a chance and see what happens." —Desiree Linden When I launched the Ali o...
76. BONUS EPISODE: Brian Cristiano Sprints to the Finish
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this bonus episode, Brian Cristiano, founder and CEO of BOLD Worldwide (and my husband!), tests out a new round of Sprint to the Finish questions. ...
75. Brian Cristiano, CEO of BOLD Worldwide
31 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I can't be that guy that's lying to myself. I said I was going to go do something, now I have to go do it." —Brian Cristiano Brian Cristiano is the...
74. Sarah Clancy, Founder of Sarah Marie Design Studio
24 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"Yeah, there are times that I have no idea what I'm doing. But that's part of the fun of it." —Sarah Fitzpatrick Clancy Sarah Clancy is the founder ...
73. Erin Strout, Runner's World Contributing Editor
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"If you want to give yourself a fair shot, you have to be willing to take a leap and take a risk." —Erin Strout Erin Strout was at the Boston Marath...
72. Liz Plosser, Women's Health Editor in Chief
10 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"This notion of balance is this unrealistic thing we're all striving toward. If you allow yourself to know that and believe that, it takes some of the...
71. Lori & David Feller AKA Mom & Dad on the Run
03 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of people say I'm just like my mom. Others swear I'm a clone of my dad. On this episode, you'll get to decide! I am thrilled to welcome Lori and ...
70. Katie Burke, Chief People Officer at HubSpot
26 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"The best possible way to start my career was not getting what I wanted. Failure teaches you a lot, and it helped me figure out a path to success that...
69. Sarah Sellers, 2nd Female at the 2018 Boston Marathon
19 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I think that's what unites us as runners — we're all trying to overcome excuses and doubts to get out there." —Sarah Sellers "Who is Sarah Selle...
68. We're Having a Baby!
12 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"We're gonna go through tough times. And we're gonna be fine." Brian and I are so excited to tell the world that we are having a baby! I am 12 weeks p...
67. Tina Muir, Host of the Running For Real Podcast
05 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm trying not to call it a comeback because I'm a completely different person now." —Tina Muir Tina Muir is an elite runner from England (she's a ...
66. Boston Marathon Talk with Molly Huddle
29 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm bringing the track speed to the marathon." —Molly Huddle On April 16, professional runner Molly Huddle will be among a strong field of indomita...
65. Bianna Golodryga, CBS News Correspondent & CNN Contributor
22 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"The stories you tell can change the world." —Bianna Golodryga Bianna Golodryga is a CBS News correspondent and a contributor at CNN. She's the form...
64. Desiree Linden
15 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"We fail all the time, and we learn from it and we get better. I think that's amazing. You fail your way to success. That's how it happens, and I'm su...
64. Desiree Linden
15 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"We fail all the time, and we learn from it and we get better. I think that's amazing. You fail your way to success. That's how it happens, and I'm su...
63. Dr. Meggie Q&A Part II: Fertility, Infertility, Labor, Delivery, & Advice
08 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"Be open-minded and bring snacks." Dr. Meggie is back! Meggie Smith made her Ali on the Run Show debut last year, when she was wrapping up her OB/GYN ...
62. Gabe Grunewald, Professional Runner & 4-Time Cancer Survivor
01 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"It's OK to struggle, but it's not OK to give up." —Gabe Grunewald Gabriele "Gabe" Grunewald is a professional middle-distance runner and four-time ...
61. Dr. Meggie Q&A Part I: Egg Freezing, Periods, Hormones, & Birth Control
22 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"KonMari your life, KonMari your uterus." —Meggie Smith Dr. Meggie is back! Meggie Smith made her Ali on the Run Show debut last year, when she was ...
60. Emma Coburn
15 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"The narrative that I couldn't do things never entered my life." Emma Coburn is a professional middle-distance runner for New Balance. She's a world c...
59. Emily Saul, Co-Leader of November Project Boston
08 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"When you show up with this army, this incredible mob of people around you who are willing to believe in you and tell you that you can do it… Who th...
58. "Preppy Runner" Theodora Blanchfield
01 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"It was this weird moment of knowing I was on the precipice of my entire life being about to change. And that was terrifying. The moment I had been th...
57. Date Night with Ali & Brian: On Dreams, Goals, Fear, & Failure
25 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I went on this amazing trip, and I thought everything would change. But your problems don't just go away because you run away. They will follow you a...
56. Susan Pass, Nurse & 3:18 Marathoner
18 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"You should talk more and smile. It's my favorite." Susan Pass — best known on the internet as "Susan Runs" and as the blogger behind "Nurse on the ...
55. Nick Symmonds
11 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I wanted to prove to everyone that all the sacrifices I'd made and dumb decisions I made were worth it." Nick Symmonds was a professional track and f...
54. Gwen Jorgensen, Olympic Gold Medalist & Professional Triathlete
04 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"It's easy as an athlete to know what your body is saying, but it's very hard to listen to it." Gwen Jorgensen is a professional triathlete, multiple-...
53. Kate Grace
28 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a big few years for professional runner and Olympian Kate Grace. In 2016, the Yale graduate won the Olympic Trials in the 800-meter event in...
52. The Brian Cristiano Takeover Episode
22 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I'm fresh off a life-changing trip to California, where I spent a week road tripping from San Francisco to Los Angeles — alone. I learned a lot abou...
51. Molly Huddle
20 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You know her, you love her, and she's here today: Molly Huddle! Molly is a professional distance runner and 25-time national title holder who lives an...
50. "Hungry Runner Girl" Janae Baron
14 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I am thrilled to welcome to the Ali on the Run Show my dear friend — and everyone's favorite running blogger — Janae Baron! Before we g...
49. Abby Bales, Founder of Reform Physical Therapy
07 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Abby Bales is the founder of Reform Physical Therapy, which is all about keeping pregnant and postpartum women healthy, active, and injury-free during...
48. Sally Bergesen, CEO & Founder of Oiselle
30 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sally Bergesen is the founder and CEO of Oiselle, a women's athletic apparel company now celebrating its 10th year in business. On this episode, Sally...
47. Brian Cristiano's Great Turkey Trot of 2014
22 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Three years ago, my now-husband Brian Cristiano and I lined up at the start of two very different Turkey Trots. Though both races were five miles, the...
46. Allie Kieffer
16 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Shalane Flanagan may have won this year's TCS New York City Marathon, but the next American to cross the line was Allie Kieffer, who finished in 2:29....
45. Andrea Barber AKA Full House's Kimmy Gibbler!
09 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today, the Ali on the Run Show is going Gibbler! I am so excited to welcome Andrea Barber — best known as Full House's wacky next-door neighbor Kimm...
44. Chris Heuisler's Most Embarrassing Running Moment!
04 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You are in for a treat today! On this episode, Chris Heuisler, the National Run Concierge for Westin Hotels and Resorts, shares his most embarrassing...
43. Kara Goucher
26 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kara Goucher is a professional distance runner with loads of podiums, medals, and titles under her Oiselle-sponsored belt. She lives in Boulder, CO, w...
42. Professional Runner Neely Spence Gracey
19 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I am thrilled to welcome Adidas-sponsored professional marathoner Neely Spence Gracey to the Ali on the Run Show! Neely lives in Boulder, CO, with her...
41. Danielle Cemprola of "The T-Rex Runner"
28 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Danielle Cemprola is the blogger behind the popular blog "The T-Rex Runner." She's a passionate world traveler based in Greenville, SC, and she's offi...
40. Dr. Leah Lagos, Clinical Sport & Performance Psychologist
31 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Leah Lagos is a clinical sport and performance psychologist in New York City. On this episode, we talk about mind and body training, the evolution...
39. Registered Dietitian Kelly Hogan
03 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kelly Hogan is the Clinical Nutrition and Wellness Manager at the Dubin Breast Center at Mountain Sinai in New York City. It's a long title—but it b...
38. I'm Back!
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Is this thing on?! It's been a month since the last episode of the Ali on the Run Show, but I am so happy to be back. On this episode, I'm sharing whe...
37. Lindsey Hein, Host of the I'll Have Another Podcast
15 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We're flipping the script today and I'm putting Lindsey Hein in the hot seat! Lindsey is a super speedy runner (she holds a 3:13 marathon PR and ran a...
36. On "Motivational Phrases"
13 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Motivational phrases are meant to inspire us — but they sometimes kinda stink. Today I'm sharing the ones I'm just not digging, especially while I'm...
35. Mia Michaels, Choreographer, Director & So You Think You Can Dance OG
08 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mia Michaels is a legendary choreographer and director. She's best known from her time as a judge and choreographer on So You Think You Can Dance, whe...
34. Global Running Day & Why I Run
06 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Global Running Day is Wednesday, June 7! So on this episode, I'm talking about why I run, what I love about the running community, and why I sometimes...
33. Natalie Morales, TODAY Show Anchor & Host of Access Hollywood
01 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I was so excited to record this episode with one of my favorite journalists, news anchors, and role models, Natalie Morales. Natalie is best known fro...
32. Crohn's Disease Q&A
30 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I've had Crohn's disease for 25 years, and there have been lots of ups, downs, and in betweens during that time. So while I'm no doctor, expert, or at...
31. Dan Nevins: Army Veteran, Double Amputee & Yoga Teacher
25 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Nevins is a yoga instructor and motivational speaker. He's also a double amputee: Dan lost both his legs in an explosion while serving overseas in...
30. My Crohn's Disease Story
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease when I was 7 years old. It was a scary, confusing time in my life, and while I'd love to say I've figured it all ...
29. Meredith Kennedy, Marketing Operations Manager at BuzzFeed
18 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Meredith Kennedy is the Marketing Operations Manager at BuzzFeed, and is the brand's former Editorial Chief of Staff. Before that, she made the rounds...
28. Let's Talk Running Pet Peeves
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I love running! That's no secret. I love doing it, I love talking about it, I love racing, and I love training. I love the easy runs, the hard workout...
27. Meggie Smith, MD, Chief Resident in OB-GYN at NYU Langone Medical Center
11 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Meggie Smith is a chief resident in OB-GYN at the NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City, and is working to be a reproductive endocrinologist and...
26. My Running Story
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I never expected to be a runner — and I certainly never expected running to be something I actually enjoy. On this episode, I take a run back in tim...
25. Bethany Lyons, Founder of Lyons Den Power Yoga
04 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bethany Lyons is the owner, founder, and CEO of Lyons Den Power Yoga in New York City. Before opening the Baptiste yoga-style studio, she was the firs...
24. Talk Thirties to Me: Lessons I've Learned Since Turning 30
02 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It's no secret that I love being in my thirties. In honor of turning 32 this weekend, I'm using this episode to take a look back on the last two years...
23. Lauren Conkey: 3:18 Marathoner, Mother & Public Health Advocate
27 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren Conkey is 3:18 marathoner, vegetarian, and mom to two girls, Amelia (3) and Mabel (8 months). She's the blogger behind the now-retired Health o...
22. How I Finally Got Over My Body Issues
25 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, I talk about my history with body-related issues — starting when I was a young dancer to my college years and my post-collegiate ex...
21: Brynn Fessette O'Neill, Physical Therapist at Finish Line Physical Therapy
20 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brynn Fessette O'Neill is a physical therapist at Finish Line Physical Therapy in New York City — in fact, she's my physical therapist! On this epis...
20. Stop Waiting
18 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I've been doing a lot of soul searching lately, so on this episode, I'm sharing something my yoga teacher read to me once called "Stop Waiting." It's ...
19. Michele Gonzalez AKA NYC Running Mama
13 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Michele Gonzalez, best known as NYC Running Mama, is a Staten Island-based mother, runner, marathoner, Ironman, and Instagram superstar. On this episo...
18. My Running & Life Mantras
11 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Words can be powerful! On this episode, I talk about the mantras, quotes, and phrases that get me through tough runs and hard times. From Broadway lyr...
17. Relationship Q&A with Brian Cristiano
06 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We're mixing things up on this episode to dish out some serious realness, openness, and honesty. Brian Cristiano is the founder and CEO of BOLD Worldw...
16. We Were All New Runners Once!
04 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We were all new runners once! On this episode, Lucy Wallace and I look back on all the things we didn't know or understand when we first started runni...
15. Page Williams, Ironman, Blogger, LinkedIn Digital Strategist
30 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Page Williams is a California-based triathlete and Ironman, is the blogger behind Twenty-Six and Then Some, and is a senior marketing manager at Linke...
14. My 10 Favorite Races
28 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, I count down the top 10 races I've ever run, and I share a little bit about why I love each one so much. Check them out: Runner's Wor...
13. Chris Mosier, Transgender Athlete & Advocate
23 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Mosier is a Hall of Fame triathlete and duathlete, and was called "The Man Who Changed the Olympics" by The BBC and New York Magazine. He's a ba...
12. Thoughts We Had During Our First Half Marathons
21 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, my friend Lucy Wallace and I share some of our most vivid memories from each of our first half marathons. A few highlights… At 5:03...
11. Candice Huffine, Model, Runner, and Founder of Project Start
16 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you don't know her name, you definitely know her face! Candice Huffine is a well-known model, represented by IMG Models, with a seemingly neve...
10. The Worst Mistakes I've Made as a Runner
14 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, I share my roundup of the worst mistakes I've made since I started running in 2008. 10. Wearing the wrong size sports bra. My current...
09. Sarah Conklin, 3:37 Marathoner & Picky Bars Employee
09 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Conklin is perhaps best known on the internet as the blogger behind "Once Upon a Lime." She lives in Bend, OR, where she works for Picky Bars, t...
08. The 10 Most Influential People in My Running Life
07 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, I share my list of the top 10 people (and one dog!) who have had the most profound impact on my life since becoming a runner. Show No...
07. Megha Doshi, Local Marketing Director at Strava
02 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Megha Doshi is the local marketing director for Strava, the social networking site for athletes. Before heading to Strava several years ago, Megha wor...
06. Chris Heuisler, the National Run Concierge for Westin Hotels and Resorts
23 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Heuisler is the National Run Concierge for Westin Hotels and Resorts. He has every runner's dream job — traveling the country to meet runners ...
05. Alice Saunders, Creator of Forestbound and 3:19 Marathoner
16 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Alice Saunders is the creator of Forestbound, a Boston-based company that makes and sells canvas and leather bags made from historic textiles. Alice i...
04. Running Coach John Honerkamp
10 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
John Honerkamp is a former Olympic Trials qualifier, a running coach, and one of the co-leaders of the November Project tribe in New York City. He boa...
03. Alison Desir, Founder of Harlem Run
09 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Alison Desir is a runner, writer, and blogger, and is the founder of Harlem Run. She was the driving force behind the recent Run 4 All Women, a run fr...
02. Brian Cristiano — Being Married to Someone with Crohn's Disease
09 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Cristiano is the founder and CEO of BOLD Worldwide, a sports advertising agency in New York City, and the host of the Sports Marketing Huddle po...
01. Ultramarathoner Emily Halnon
09 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Emily Halnon is an ultramarathoner who lives in Eugene, OR. After completing an Ironman and running a 3:08 marathon several years ago, Emily decided t...
00. Welcome to the Ali on the Run Show
09 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Ali on the Run Show — your best running buddy! This is a podcast where we talk about working hard, running hard, and doing whatever i...