For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running
Episodes
Pushing Boundaries and Finding Community in Running with Elliott Beach
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of For The Long Run is with Elliott Beach. Husband, dog dad, and avid middle-to-back of the pack hobby jogger, Elliot’s transformation ...
Pushing Boundaries and Finding Community in Running with Elliott Beach
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of For The Long Run is with Elliott Beach. Husband, dog dad, and avid middle-to-back of the pack hobby jogger, Elliot’s transformation ...
282. Tina Muir & Zoë Rom: Running for Life, Community, and Planet
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two of the busiest and most multifaceted human beings, Tina Muir and Zoë Rom, recently published a book they wrote together: “Becoming a Sustainabl...
282. Tina Muir & Zoë Rom: Running for Life, Community, and Planet
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two of the busiest and most multifaceted human beings, Tina Muir and Zoë Rom, recently published a book they wrote together: “Becoming a Sustainabl...
281. Alexi Pappas' Leadville 100 Adventure: Defying Limits As An Olympian Turned Ultramarathoner
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Olympian and professional runner, award-winning writer and filmmaker, Alexi Pappas is not afraid to take on new challenges and test her limits. In thi...
281. Alexi Pappas' Leadville 100 Adventure: Defying Limits As An Olympian Turned Ultramarathoner
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Olympian and professional runner, award-winning writer and filmmaker, Alexi Pappas is not afraid to take on new challenges and test her limits. In thi...
280. Running Against the Odds: Kevin Cekanor's Triumph over Mental + Physical Limitations
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast is Kevin Cekanor, a 4 ft 5 photographer and avid runner. Born with achondroplasia dwarfism, he has defied...
280. Running Against the Odds: Kevin Cekanor's Triumph over Mental + Physical Limitations
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast is Kevin Cekanor, a 4 ft 5 photographer and avid runner. Born with achondroplasia dwarfism, he has defied...
279. How Ultrarunner Don Reichelt Fell In Love With The Process
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast is with professional ultrarunner and full-time employee at Oura Ring, Don Reichelt. Passionate about bein...
279. How Ultrarunner Don Reichelt Fell In Love With The Process
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast is with professional ultrarunner and full-time employee at Oura Ring, Don Reichelt. Passionate about bein...
278. Uniting Runners, Building Community: David Lam's Path to Western States
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast was recorded 1 week ahead of 2023 Western States Endurance Run with ultrarunner and Western States debuta...
278. Uniting Runners, Building Community: David Lam's Path to Western States
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast was recorded 1 week ahead of 2023 Western States Endurance Run with ultrarunner and Western States debuta...
277. Adrian MacDonald: Leadville 100 Changed My Life
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two-time Leadville 100 champion, Adrian MacDonald, describes himself as a lifelong runner. He is on a mission to help share his love of running with o...
277. Adrian MacDonald: Leadville 100 Changed My Life
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two-time Leadville 100 champion, Adrian MacDonald, describes himself as a lifelong runner. He is on a mission to help share his love of running with o...
276. Rediscovering Joy and Passion Beyond the Pace with Lauren LaPierre
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former NCAA Division I runner and current mastermind behind The Personalized Running Doc, Lauren describes herself as very passionate, driven, resilie...
276. Rediscovering Joy and Passion Beyond the Pace with Lauren LaPierre
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former NCAA Division I runner and current mastermind behind The Personalized Running Doc, Lauren describes herself as very passionate, driven, resilie...
275. Running with Purpose: How Steve Mura's Passion for Athletics Transformed Lives
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Mura is a father of two, husband, amateur runner and coach with New York Road Runners. Recently, Steve became a kidney donor, quite literally gi...
275. Running with Purpose: How Steve Mura's Passion for Athletics Transformed Lives
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Mura is a father of two, husband, amateur runner and coach with New York Road Runners. Recently, Steve became a kidney donor, quite literally gi...
274. Trail Running and Nordic Skiing: A High-Performance Balancing Act with Sam Hendry
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Hendry is a trail runner, Nordic skier, and new member of The Trail Team. He grew up in Canada’s Rocky Mountains and is now living in Salt Lake ...
274. Trail Running and Nordic Skiing: A High-Performance Balancing Act with Sam Hendry
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Hendry is a trail runner, Nordic skier, and new member of The Trail Team. He grew up in Canada’s Rocky Mountains and is now living in Salt Lake ...
273. How Entrepreneurial Thinking Fuels Athletic Success with Kelly Vaughn
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A popular Twitter follow and successful entrepreneur, Kelly Vaughn is no stranger to putting herself out there and taking chances. Having recently ste...
273. How Entrepreneurial Thinking Fuels Athletic Success with Kelly Vaughn
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A popular Twitter follow and successful entrepreneur, Kelly Vaughn is no stranger to putting herself out there and taking chances. Having recently ste...
272. The Trail Chronicles: Owen Rachampbell's Quest for Endurance
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Darn Tough has become a regular sponsor of the For The Long Run podcast, and today we are lucky to be joined by one member of the team, Owen Rachampbe...
272. The Trail Chronicles: Owen Rachampbell's Quest for Endurance
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Darn Tough has become a regular sponsor of the For The Long Run podcast, and today we are lucky to be joined by one member of the team, Owen Rachampbe...
271. Mastering Crewing and Pacing for Ultrarunning Adventures with Amelia Boone & Alex Hildebrandt
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While we are releasing this episode ahead of the 2023 Western States Endurance Run, this talk on all things crewing and pacing is truly evergreen. Thi...
271. Mastering Crewing and Pacing for Ultrarunning Adventures with Amelia Boone & Alex Hildebrandt
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While we are releasing this episode ahead of the 2023 Western States Endurance Run, this talk on all things crewing and pacing is truly evergreen. Thi...
270. Unleashing the Next Generation: Meg Morgan's Western States Debut and Beyond
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The 2023 Western States Endurance Run, the World’s oldest 100-mile race, takes place in just a few weeks, and this episode is with Western States de...
270. Unleashing the Next Generation: Meg Morgan's Western States Debut and Beyond
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The 2023 Western States Endurance Run, the World’s oldest 100-mile race, takes place in just a few weeks, and this episode is with Western States de...
269. Hayden Hawks on Faith, Family, and Pursuing Excellence at Western States
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The 2023 Western States Endurance Run, the World’s oldest 100-mile race, takes place in just a few weeks, and this episode is with one of the top co...
269. Hayden Hawks on Faith, Family, and Pursuing Excellence at Western States
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The 2023 Western States Endurance Run, the World’s oldest 100-mile race, takes place in just a few weeks, and this episode is with one of the top co...
268. Running Beyond Stereotypes: Empowering Beginner Runners with Martinus Evans
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So you want to be a runner but don’t think you fit the mold? Curious about the sport but not sure where to start, confused by all the jargon like “...
268. Running Beyond Stereotypes: Empowering Beginner Runners with Martinus Evans
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So you want to be a runner but don’t think you fit the mold? Curious about the sport but not sure where to start, confused by all the jargon like “...
267. Brian Schroy: Uniting Boulder's Runners with Weekly Soft Hour
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Brian Schroy, the inspiring runner who has mastered the art of building a supportive community for fellow athletes in Boulder, Colorado. With a b...
267. Brian Schroy: Uniting Boulder's Runners with Weekly Soft Hour
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Brian Schroy, the inspiring runner who has mastered the art of building a supportive community for fellow athletes in Boulder, Colorado. With a b...
266. TJ David on Coaching, Endurance, and Self-Discovery
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of pushing yourself to the limit and still not seeing the results you want in your sport? Have you been told to simply develop a mindful...
266. TJ David on Coaching, Endurance, and Self-Discovery
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of pushing yourself to the limit and still not seeing the results you want in your sport? Have you been told to simply develop a mindful...
265. Stephen Lease: Living The Goodr Life
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to achieve growth and success as an entrepreneur by embracing failure? Stephen Lease, Goodr CEO, has the solution to help you achieve that...
265. Stephen Lease: Living The Goodr Life
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to achieve growth and success as an entrepreneur by embracing failure? Stephen Lease, Goodr CEO, has the solution to help you achieve that...
264. Jason Fitzgerald: Changing Relationships on the Run + Beyond
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason is a lifelong runner grappling with a changing athletic identity. He is a father of three, huge running nerd, and host of the Strength Running p...
264. Jason Fitzgerald: Changing Relationships on the Run + Beyond
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason is a lifelong runner grappling with a changing athletic identity. He is a father of three, huge running nerd, and host of the Strength Running p...
263. Dani Aravich: Fighting For Inclusivity in Sport
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dani is a former NCAA Division I cross country runner who was born missing her left hand and now competes on the US cross country ski team. Dani is an...
263. Dani Aravich: Fighting For Inclusivity in Sport
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dani is a former NCAA Division I cross country runner who was born missing her left hand and now competes on the US cross country ski team. Dani is an...
262. Puma Pro Panel Live at the Boston Marathon
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a live recording of the Puma Professional Athlete Panel recorded ahead of the 2023 Boston Marathon. Jon sits down with Puma-sponsored ...
262. Puma Pro Panel Live at the Boston Marathon
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a live recording of the Puma Professional Athlete Panel recorded ahead of the 2023 Boston Marathon. Jon sits down with Puma-sponsored ...
Boston Marathon Dreams Bonus Episode!
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This special bonus episode was recorded live in Boston ahead of the 2023 Boston Marathon. Jon interviews a diverse range of runners curious about thei...
Boston Marathon Dreams Bonus Episode!
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This special bonus episode was recorded live in Boston ahead of the 2023 Boston Marathon. Jon interviews a diverse range of runners curious about thei...
261. Sara Vaughn: Back for more at the Boston Marathon
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sara is a mom of four and wife to Brent, who is also her coach. She is a full time realtor based in Boulder, and also a Puma-sponsored professional ru...
261. Sara Vaughn: Back for more at the Boston Marathon
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sara is a mom of four and wife to Brent, who is also her coach. She is a full time realtor based in Boulder, and also a Puma-sponsored professional ru...
Olympian Dakotah Lindwurm: Running 26.2 Miles and Smiles
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dakotah is a born and raised Minnesotan with a multi sport background. She graduated from a small Division II school with an Olympic dream that she’...
Olympian Dakotah Lindwurm: Running 26.2 Miles and Smiles
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dakotah is a born and raised Minnesotan with a multi sport background. She graduated from a small Division II school with an Olympic dream that she’...
259. Wookie Kim: Trails, Trauma, and Transitions
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wookie is a husband and civil rights lawyer living in Hawaii, who also loves running trails. In this episode we talk about: -exploring the world th...
259. Wookie Kim: Trails, Trauma, and Transitions
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wookie is a husband and civil rights lawyer living in Hawaii, who also loves running trails. In this episode we talk about: -exploring the world throu...
258. Sara Hayes: Falling In + Out Of Love With Running
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sara is a lifelong runner with a diverse range of running experiences. She is currently leaning into intuitive movement and embracing how running chan...
258. Sara Hayes: Falling In + Out Of Love With Running
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sara is a lifelong runner with a diverse range of running experiences. She is currently leaning into intuitive movement and embracing how running chan...
257. Taggart Van Etten: Running Truths + Hot Takes
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Taggart Van Etten is a fiance, Amazon employee, runner and endurance junkie, and a good Twitter follow! In this episode we talk about: -being an endu...
257. Taggart Van Etten: Running Truths + Hot Takes
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Taggart Van Etten is a fiance, Amazon employee, runner and endurance junkie, and a good Twitter follow! In this episode we talk about: -being an endur...
256. Brooke Torres: Start-Ups + Personalized Running Shoes
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brooke is the CEO and founder of Hilma, a new type of running shoe with an ultra personalized fit. She is a road and trail runner, hiker, and outdoor ...
256. Brooke Torres: Start-Ups + Personalized Running Shoes
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brooke is the CEO and founder of Hilma, a new type of running shoe with an ultra personalized fit. She is a road and trail runner, hiker, and outdoor ...
255. Brian Reynolds: Pro Running on Prosthetics
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian is a double amputee distance runner. He is a husband and father of 3, juggling full time work with training for crazy endurance challenges. In ...
255. Brian Reynolds: Pro Running on Prosthetics
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian is a double amputee distance runner. He is a husband and father of 3, juggling full time work with training for crazy endurance challenges. In t...
254. Jeffrey Binney: Redefining What A Sponsored Runner Looks Like
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jeffrey is sometimes a runner and sometimes a comedian, always a husband and always a dog and car dad, always adventurous and always hungry. In this e...
254. Jeffrey Binney: Redefining What A Sponsored Runner Looks Like
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jeffrey is sometimes a runner and sometimes a comedian, always a husband and always a dog and car dad, always adventurous and always hungry. In this e...
253. Nick Thompson: Can High Achievers Be Balanced?
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nick is the CEO of The Atlantic, journalist and former editor of Wired, longtime runner and lover of the sport. In this episode we talk about: -the i...
253. Nick Thompson: Can High Achievers Be Balanced?
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nick is the CEO of The Atlantic, journalist and former editor of Wired, longtime runner and lover of the sport. In this episode we talk about: -the in...
252. Finn Melanson: For The Very Long Run + Podcasting
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Finn is the host of the Singletrack Podcast and active participant of the trail and ultra running community. He is interested in elite trail and ultra...
252. Finn Melanson: For The Very Long Run + Podcasting
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Finn is the host of the Singletrack Podcast and active participant of the trail and ultra running community. He is interested in elite trail and ultra...
251. Sara Dimmick: “Train To Transform”
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sara is the founder and co-owner of a New York City based boutique fitness studio, Physical Equilibrium. She has been a personal trainer for 20 years,...
251. Sara Dimmick: “Train To Transform”
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sara is the founder and co-owner of a New York City based boutique fitness studio, Physical Equilibrium. She has been a personal trainer for 20 years,...
250. Jad Daley: The Marathon Owes You Nothing
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jad lives his life fuelled by passion and ADHD, working in the climate change and conservation space. He is a competitive endurance athlete of 30+ yea...
250. Jad Daley: The Marathon Owes You Nothing
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jad lives his life fuelled by passion and ADHD, working in the climate change and conservation space. He is a competitive endurance athlete of 30+ yea...
249. India Cook: Marathoners Come In All Paces, Races + Sizes
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
India is a runner, black woman, and daughter of Beyoncé. She identifies as an advocate for all races, paces, and sizes of athletes, a podcast host, Y...
249. India Cook: Marathoners Come In All Paces, Races + Sizes
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
India is a runner, black woman, and daughter of Beyoncé. She identifies as an advocate for all races, paces, and sizes of athletes, a podcast host, Y...
248. Katherine Short: In Love With The Training
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Katherine is a Canadian trail runner living in Maui, Hawaii. She is a lifelong endurance athlete and former sports massage therapist passionate about ...
248. Katherine Short: In Love With The Training
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Katherine is a Canadian trail runner living in Maui, Hawaii. She is a lifelong endurance athlete and former sports massage therapist passionate about ...
247. Andy Wacker: The Trail Team is Forming!
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy is a pro trail runner who lives in Boulder, Colorado. He is a former middle school math teacher passionate about giving back to the world of trai...
247. Andy Wacker: The Trail Team is Forming!
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy is a pro trail runner who lives in Boulder, Colorado. He is a former middle school math teacher passionate about giving back to the world of trai...
246. Corey Nicholson: Consistency & Commitment in Endurance & Entrepreneurship
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Corey is a full time businessman heavily involved in the world of fitness. He identifies as a hybrid athlete, balancing strength training and running....
246. Corey Nicholson: Consistency & Commitment in Endurance & Entrepreneurship
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Corey is a full time businessman heavily involved in the world of fitness. He identifies as a hybrid athlete, balancing strength training and running....
245. Singletrack Podcast Replay: For The Long Run Podcast, State of Running Content, Athlete-Sponsorship Landscape
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a replay of a Singletrack Podcast episode released September 19, 2022, where I was interviewed. Singletrack is the podcast covering the profes...
245. Singletrack Podcast Replay: For The Long Run Podcast, State of Running Content, Athlete-Sponsorship Landscape
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a replay of a Singletrack Podcast episode released September 19, 2022, where I was interviewed. Singletrack is the podcast covering the profes...
244. Keely Henninger: Changing The Culture For Female Athletes
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Keely is a professional trail runner living in Portland, Oregon. She is also a scientist interested in female athletes, fueling, body image and energy...
244. Keely Henninger: Changing The Culture For Female Athletes
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Keely is a professional trail runner living in Portland, Oregon. She is also a scientist interested in female athletes, fueling, body image and energy...
243. Canyon Woodward: Trailblazing On The Run And Beyond
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Canyon is the youngest of 4, who grew up loving the outdoors and running cross country. He has become passionate about environmental politics and clim...
243. Canyon Woodward: Trailblazing On The Run And Beyond
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Canyon is the youngest of 4, who grew up loving the outdoors and running cross country. He has become passionate about environmental politics and clim...
242. Bryan Kent and Steve Laski: Shaking Up Physical + Mental Healthcare
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bryan is a business owner having fun helping patients and prioritizing ethical practices. He is also a dog parent and beer lover! Steve is also passio...
242. Bryan Kent and Steve Laski: Shaking Up Physical + Mental Healthcare
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bryan is a business owner having fun helping patients and prioritizing ethical practices. He is also a dog parent and beer lover! Steve is also passio...
241. Colleen Clarke: “How You Do One Thing, Is How You Do Everything”
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Colleen is a solar advocate and outdoor wanderer. In this episode we talk about: -getting into hiking 14ers -goal setting and personal growth -exposur...
241. Colleen Clarke: “How You Do One Thing, Is How You Do Everything”
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Colleen is a solar advocate and outdoor wanderer. In this episode we talk about: -getting into hiking 14ers -goal setting and personal growth -exposur...
240. Chelsea Sodaro: Mom Strength Is Real
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chelsea is uniquely herself. She is a professional triathlete, wife and mom, guided by her two north stars: triathlon and family. In this episode we t...
240. Chelsea Sodaro: Mom Strength Is Real
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chelsea is uniquely herself. She is a professional triathlete, wife and mom, guided by her two north stars: triathlon and family. In this episode we t...
The Legacy of Born To Run with Chris McDougall
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is the runner and writer behind the infamous bestselling book Born To Run. In this episode we talk about: -the legacy of Born To Run -making ru...
The Legacy of Born To Run with Chris McDougall
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is the runner and writer behind the infamous bestselling book Born To Run. In this episode we talk about: -the legacy of Born To Run -making run...
238. Brad Stulberg: Strategies For Sustainable Excellence
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This special interview with Brad Stulberg celebrates 1 million downloads of For The Long Run. Thank you to you, the listeners, for making this milesto...
238. Brad Stulberg: Strategies For Sustainable Excellence
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This special interview with Brad Stulberg celebrates 1 million downloads of For The Long Run. Thank you to you, the listeners, for making this milesto...
237. Phil Gaimon: For The Long Ride
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Phil is a retired pro cyclist, podcast and YouTube sensation, and cookie monster! In this episode we talk about: -persevering as a pro cyclist -“re...
237. Phil Gaimon: For The Long Ride
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Phil is a retired pro cyclist, podcast and YouTube sensation, and cookie monster! In this episode we talk about: -persevering as a pro cyclist -“ret...
236. Alison Désir: Running While Black
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alison is a mother, activist, community builder, and athlete. Alison is also a new author of the book “Running While Black”. In this episode we t...
236. Alison Désir: Running While Black
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alison is a mother, activist, community builder, and athlete. Alison is also a new author of the book “Running While Black”. In this episode we ta...
235. Jason Hardrath: Aim High Lift Others
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason is a wild elementary PE teacher with ADHD who struggles to sit still and loves chasing FKTs. In this episode we talk about: -discovering runnin...
235. Jason Hardrath: Aim High Lift Others
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason is a wild elementary PE teacher with ADHD who struggles to sit still and loves chasing FKTs. In this episode we talk about: -discovering running...