For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running – Details, episodes & analysis

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 New York.  In this episode we talk about: -representation and diversity at the Western States 100 miler -running for freedom and joy -from beginner trail runner to 100 mile finisher -the power of community and connection  -increasing diversity in trail running; being a changemaker  -the reality of creating change: longer timeframes, collective efforts and ripple effects  We mentioned For The Long Run Episode 250. Jad Daley: The Marathon Owes You Nothing. Find out more about Carolina Rubio-MacWright and her Touching Land program. Follow Carolina on Instagram @carustol and For The Long Run @forthelrpod  If you want to join us for exclusive deals, giveaways, and community connection with other listeners of the show, head to the link in the show notes to join our brand new community, The Group Run. No paywall, just sign up to be part of our community and have the chance to win cool stuff and connect with me and other audience members! https://app.dropstation.io/forthelongrun --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support  Past guests on For The Long Run include: 177. Molly Seidel; 226. Mike "Kofuzi"; 228. Kara Goucher; 59. Shalane Flanagan; 234. Camille Herron; 198. Courtney Frerichs; 229. Jes Woods; 207. Tyler Andrews; 197. Dean Karnazes; 206. Katie Arnold; 220. CJ Albertson; 153. Joe Holder; 199. Kelly Roberts; 188. Gwen Jorgensen; 205. Emily Abbate; 209. Sara Vaughn; 174. Nick Bare; 97 Amelia Boone; 101. Courtney Dauwalter, 219. Dylan Bowman; 191. Matt Chittim; 200. David Roche; and more! Boulderthon Boulderthon is Colorado's premier fall event and was just rated top 10 in America by USA Today. This annual sell-out race is one of the fastest-growing in the country, and features a 5K, 10K, Half, Full and even a Kids Run. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off Half or Full to reserve your sport and save! Register today at www.boulderthon.org. 2Before 2Before is a natural sports performance supplement made from New Zealand Blackcurrant berries that have exceptionally high antioxidant levels and are proven to enhance athletic performance, improve endurance, help kick-start recovery, and strengthen immunity. Use code FTLR at 2before.com to save 30% on 20 and multiserve packs. 

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 seasoned endurance athlete, participating in cycling, Ironman triathlon, trail and ultrarunning, and is mom to an adorable little Dachshund named DW. 

In this episode we talk about:

-how to juggle many jobs and passions

-enjoying the outdoors; finding endurance sports and ultrarunning

-increasing women in sports

-biking racing and becoming a cycling fan

-training for and racing the Leadville 100

-problem solving on the run

-Consummate Athlete podcast and coaching

Check out the Consummate Athlete and Strong Girl Publishing.

Follow Molly on Instagram @mollyjhurford Consummate Athlete @consummateathlete Strong Girl Publishing @stronggirlpublishing and For The Long Run @forthelrpod 

If you want to join us for exclusive deals, giveaways, and community connection with other listeners of the show, head to the link in the show notes to join our brand new community, The Group Run. No paywall, just sign up to be part of our community and have the chance to win cool stuff and connect with me and other audience members! https://app.dropstation.io/forthelongrun

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Past guests on For The Long Run include: 177. Molly Seidel; 226. Mike "Kofuzi"; 228. Kara Goucher; 59. Shalane Flanagan; 234. Camille Herron; 198. Courtney Frerichs; 229. Jes Woods; 207. Tyler Andrews; 197. Dean Karnazes; 206. Katie Arnold; 220. CJ Albertson; 153. Joe Holder; 199. Kelly Roberts; 188. Gwen Jorgensen; 205. Emily Abbate; 209. Sara Vaughn; 174. Nick Bare; 97 Amelia Boone; 101. Courtney Dauwalter, 219. Dylan Bowman; 191. Matt Chittim; 200. David Roche; and more!

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Boulderthon

Boulderthon is Colorado's premier fall event and was just rated top 10 in America by USA Today. This annual sell-out race is one of the fastest-growing in the country, and features a 5K, 10K, Half, Full and even a Kids Run. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off Half or Full to reserve your sport and save! Register today at www.boulderthon.org.

In this bonus episode, Jon speaks to a bunch of high profile and everyday athletes, as well as the wider community at the 2023 Western States Endurance Run (WSER). Everyone shares about what Western States mean to them. Interviewees include: Sally McRae, Ellie Pell, Zach Miller, Dean Karnazas, Finn Melanson, and more!  In this episode we talk about: -what Western States means to you: the athletes, community, volunteers, crew, pacers, spectators and more -the running community around the WSER -inspiration at Western States -finding your limits -the history and growth of ultrarunning Follow For The Long Run on Instagram @forthelrpod  It’s June and that means a new giveaway over at our new community, The Group Run. If you head on over to our community and join us, you can win a free pair of PUMA running shoes. Head on over to the link in your show notes and join us for your chance to win! https://app.dropstation.io/forthelongrun --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support  Past guests on For The Long Run include: 177. Molly Seidel; 226. Mike "Kofuzi"; 228. Kara Goucher; 59. Shalane Flanagan; 234. Camille Herron; 198. Courtney Frerichs; 229. Jes Woods; 207. Tyler Andrews; 197. Dean Karnazes; 206. Katie Arnold; 220. CJ Albertson; 153. Joe Holder; 199. Kelly Roberts; 188. Gwen Jorgensen; 205. Emily Abbate; 209. Sara Vaughn; 174. Nick Bare; 97 Amelia Boone; 101. Courtney Dauwalter, 219. Dylan Bowman; 191. Matt Chittim; 200. David Roche; and more!

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 running joyful

-back to basics: food, footwear, and form

-chasing mastery not competition

-falling in love with the process

-consistent improvements and refining your craft

Follow Chris on Instagram @chrismcdougallauthor and For The Long Run @forthelrpod

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Tracksmith

Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode.

Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their new Fall Collection just released and is now available. It features staples ready for all your training and racing needs. As the weather begins to change, versatile pieces are essential for handling whatever the season holds. Tracksmith’s Twilight Quarter Zip and Horizon Long Sleeve are standout transitional pieces on the run. The pin-dot mesh of the Twilight Quarter Zip makes for a lightweight and airy top that can be layered or worn on its own. The Horizon Long Sleeve delivers the familiar feel of cotton with the performance of a tech blend that can be put through the paces and then be worn out for coffee afterward.

Visit Tracksmith to see some of my favorite pieces, and all orders with the code FTLR. It will offer free shipping and a 5% donation to Bigger Than The Trail https://www.bttt.run/ which supports mental health efforts via trail running.

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When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process.

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This special interview with Brad Stulberg celebrates 1 million downloads of For The Long Run. Thank you to you, the listeners, for making this milestone possible.

Brad is an author interested in the evidence based principles of sustainable excellence, high performance coach, armchair strength and conditioning athlete, husband and father.

In this episode we talk about:

-living a fulfilled life: doing good and feeling good

-helping evolve the health and high performance industries

-universal peak performance principles

-the importance of doing the work and the rest

-perspectives on success and failure

-the future of media

Follow Brad on Twitter @BStulberg and For The Long Run @forthelrpod

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Tracksmith

Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode.

Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their new Fall Collection just released and is now available. It features staples ready for all your training and racing needs. As the weather begins to change, versatile pieces are essential for handling whatever the season holds. Tracksmith’s Twilight Quarter Zip and Horizon Long Sleeve are standout transitional pieces on the run. The pin-dot mesh of the Twilight Quarter Zip makes for a lightweight and airy top that can be layered or worn on its own. The Horizon Long Sleeve delivers the familiar feel of cotton with the performance of a tech blend that can be put through the paces and then be worn out for coffee afterward.

Visit Tracksmith to see some of my favorite pieces, and all orders with the code FTLR. It will offer free shipping and a 5% donation to Bigger Than The Trail https://www.bttt.run/ which supports mental health efforts via trail running.

Freedom Solar Power

This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar, the company I am using to go solar on my house.

When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process.

Going solar isn’t as hard as you think it is, and Freedom Solar Power is a turnkey solution focused on educating the consumer and making sure they have all the information they need to make sure going solar is right for them, both financially and as a way to help the planet.

With no downpayment required, solar not only ads value to your home and is great for the environment, and might even allow you to save money from day one.

Freedom Solar operates in Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and Florida, but there are plenty of other great options nationwide.

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If you'd like to support me and the show, treat yourself to a pair (or two) and head over to Goodr and get 15% off your entire order with the code FTLR. Your face will thank you!

Previnex

This episode is also brought to you by Previnex. Previnex makes clinically effective supplements that promote longevity, performance, and every day health, and they donate vitamins to malnourished children with every customer order. 

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Phil is a retired pro cyclist, podcast and YouTube sensation, and cookie monster!

In this episode we talk about:

-persevering as a pro cyclist

-“retiring” from elite sports

-the ins and outs of sponsorships and brand partnerships

-the reality of professional athletics

-bringing biking to the masses

-the evolving bike industry

Follow Phil on Instagram @philgaimon and For The Long Run @forthelrpod

Find Phil online at https://philgaimon.com/ where you can also find links to his Strava and YouTube channel.

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Tracksmith

Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode.

Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their new Fall Collection just released and is now available. It features staples ready for all your training and racing needs. As the weather begins to change, versatile pieces are essential for handling whatever the season holds. Tracksmith’s Twilight Quarter Zip and Horizon Long Sleeve are standout transitional pieces on the run. The pin-dot mesh of the Twilight Quarter Zip makes for a lightweight and airy top that can be layered or worn on its own. The Horizon Long Sleeve delivers the familiar feel of cotton with the performance of a tech blend that can be put through the paces and then be worn out for coffee afterward. 

Visit Tracksmith to see some of my favorite pieces, and all orders with the code FTLR. It will offer free shipping and a 5% donation to Bigger Than The Trail which supports mental health efforts via trail running.

Freedom Solar Power

This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar, the company I am using to go solar on my house.

When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process.

Going solar isn’t as hard as you think it is, and Freedom Solar Power is a turnkey solution focused on educating the consumer and making sure they have all the information they need to make sure going solar is right for them, both financially and as a way to help the planet.

With no downpayment required, solar not only ads value to your home and is great for the environment, and might even allow you to save money from day one.

Freedom Solar operates in Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and Florida, but there are plenty of other great options nationwide.

Previnex

This episode is also brought to you by Previnex. Previnex makes clinically effective supplements that promote longevity, performance, and every day health, and they donate vitamins to malnourished children with every customer order.

From firsthand experience, I can tell you that Previnex supplements are awesome and flat out work! I highly recommend you check out and try these products for yourself. One of the best parts is that if you don’t experience benefits on any product within 30 days, Previnex has a no questions asked 100% money back guarantee for a full refund. You have no risk and everything to gain here.

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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 talk about: -Alison’s new book: “Running While Black” -creating diversity and belonging in the running community -running for social justice and representation -being the “only one” and feeling different -mental health struggles and running -sponsorships, self-advocacy, and representation Follow Alison on Instagram @alisonmdesir and For The Long Run @forthelrpod Buy Alison’s book today at http://alisonmdesir.com/book --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Tracksmith Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode. Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their Summer Collection, inspired by the blue hues of summer watering holes, is now available and features staples thoughtfully designed for training. From their race-day-ready Van Cortlandt Singlet cut from Tracksmith’s signature 2:09 mesh, to the Allston Half Tights and Shorts built to provide a sleek fit in a minimal silhouette, these pieces are built to work as hard as you do. Visit Tracksmith to see some of my favorite pieces, and all orders with the code FTLR. It will offer free shipping and a 5% donation to Bigger Than The Trail which supports mental health efforts via trail running. Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar, the company I am using to go solar on my house. When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process. Going solar isn’t as hard as you think it is, and Freedom Solar Power is a turnkey solution focused on educating the consumer and making sure they have all the information they need to make sure going solar is right for them, both financially and as a way to help the planet. With no downpayment required, solar not only ads value to your home and is great for the environment, and might even allow you to save money from day one. Freedom Solar operates in Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and Florida, but there are plenty of other great options nationwide. Previnex This episode is also brought to you by Previnex. Previnex makes clinically effective supplements that promote longevity, performance, and every day health, and they donate vitamins to malnourished children with every customer order. From firsthand experience, I can tell you that Previnex supplements are awesome and flat out work! I highly recommend you check out and try these products for yourself. One of the best parts is that if you don’t experience benefits on any product within 30 days, Previnex has a no questions asked 100% money back guarantee for a full refund. You have no risk and everything to gain here. Use code FTLR for 15% off your first purchase of any products at previnex.com.

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 as a positive outlet for ADHD -constantly chasing new goals -the journey to 100 FKTs -being a tide that lifts others up -teaching through movement -inspiring kids with diverse experiences -why we challenge ourselves -from car crash to 100 FKTs -mountain climbing and running for rehab -thriving in the chaos and unknown -using ADHD to your advantage -handling failure and DNFs Follow Jason on Instagram @jasonhardrath and For The Long Run @forthelrpod Watch his documentary and find more Jason online at https://www.jasonhardrath.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Tracksmith Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode. Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their Summer Collection, inspired by the blue hues of summer watering holes, is now available and features staples thoughtfully designed for training. From their race-day-ready Van Cortlandt Singlet cut from Tracksmith’s signature 2:09 mesh, to the Allston Half Tights and Shorts built to provide a sleek fit in a minimal silhouette, these pieces are built to work as hard as you do. Visit Tracksmith to see some of my favorite pieces, and all orders with the code FTLR. It will offer free shipping and a 5% donation to Bigger Than The Trail which supports mental health efforts via trail running. Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar, the company I am using to go solar on my house. When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process. Going solar isn’t as hard as you think it is, and Freedom Solar Power is a turnkey solution focused on educating the consumer and making sure they have all the information they need to make sure going solar is right for them, both financially and as a way to help the planet. With no downpayment required, solar not only ads value to your home and is great for the environment, and might even allow you to save money from day one. Freedom Solar operates in Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and Florida, but there are plenty of other great options nationwide. Previnex This episode is also brought to you by Previnex. Previnex makes clinically effective supplements that promote longevity, performance, and every day health, and they donate vitamins to malnourished children with every customer order. From firsthand experience, I can tell you that Previnex supplements are awesome and flat out work! I highly recommend you check out and try these products for yourself. One of the best parts is that if you don’t experience benefits on any product within 30 days, Previnex has a no questions asked 100% money back guarantee for a full refund. You have no risk and everything to gain here. Use code FTLR for 15% off your first purchase of any products at previnex.com.

Camille is an ultra running extraordinaire who has been running for 27 years! In this episode we talk about: -road, track and trail ultramarathons -exploring all different distances, terrains, race events and adventures -following your passions -excelling as a masters runner -prioritizing health and nutrition -Camille’s ultra running mindset -always smiling and finding joy -celebrating finish lines no matter what -simply loving to run -endless possibilities and goals to chase -lifelong running -enjoying the journey -getting serious about beer and home brewing Follow Camille on Instagram @runcamille and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/supportCamille is an ultra running extraordinaire who has been running for 27 years! Tracksmith Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode. Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their Summer Collection, inspired by the blue hues of summer watering holes, is now available and features staples thoughtfully designed for training. From their race-day-ready Van Cortlandt Singlet cut from Tracksmith’s signature 2:09 mesh, to the Allston Half Tights and Shorts built to provide a sleek fit in a minimal silhouette, these pieces are built to work as hard as you do. Visit Tracksmith to see some of my favorite pieces, and all orders with the code FTLR. It will offer free shipping and a 5% donation to Bigger Than The Trail https://www.bttt.run/ which supports mental health efforts via trail running. Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar, the company I am using to go solar on my house. When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process. Going solar isn’t as hard as you think it is, and Freedom Solar Power is a turnkey solution focused on educating the consumer and making sure they have all the information they need to make sure going solar is right for them, both financially and as a way to help the planet. With no downpayment required, solar not only ads value to your home and is great for the environment, and might even allow you to save money from day one. Freedom Solar operates in Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and Florida, but there are plenty of other great options nationwide. Goodr This episode is also brought to you by Goodr. I have more than a few styles at this point and at $25 a pop, you can leave a pair in your car, backpack, or really anywhere so you’ll never be without your shades. you can feel goor about your purchase too, as 1% of gross sales go directly to environmental nonprofits working to make the world a better place. If you'd like to support me and the show, treat yourself to a pair (or two) and head over to Goodr and get free shipping with the code FTLR. Your face will thank you! Previnex This episode is also brought to you by Previnex. Previnex makes clinically effective supplements that promote longevity, performance, and every day health, and they donate vitamins to malnourished children with every customer order. If you don’t experience benefits on any product within 30 days, Previnex has a no questions asked 100% money back guarantee for a full refund. You have no risk and everything to gain here. Use code FTLR for 15% off your first purchase of any products at previnex.com.

This episode is a replay of Rambling Runner Podcast Episode 464 where host Matt Chittim interviews me! In this episode we have a wide ranging conversation about how my competitive nature has evolved, how I learned to let go of traditional goals, how I has blasted past his previous understandings of fatigue, and what I have learned from interviewing and be-friending some of the top athletes in the sport. Follow Matt on Instagram @rambling_runner @relay_site and For The Long Run @forthelrpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support Tracksmith Thank you to Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode. Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their Summer Collection, inspired by the blue hues of summer watering holes, is now available and features staples thoughtfully designed for training. From their race-day-ready Van Cortlandt Singlet cut from Tracksmith’s signature 2:09 mesh, to the Allston Half Tights and Shorts built to provide a sleek fit in a minimal silhouette, these pieces are built to work as hard as you do. Visit Tracksmith to see some of my favorite pieces, and all orders with the code FTLR. It will offer free shipping and a 5% donation to Bigger Than The Trail which supports mental health efforts via trail running. Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar, the company I am using to go solar on my house. When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process. Going solar isn’t as hard as you think it is, and Freedom Solar Power is a turnkey solution focused on educating the consumer and making sure they have all the information they need to make sure going solar is right for them, both financially and as a way to help the planet. With no downpayment required, solar not only ads value to your home and is great for the environment, and might even allow you to save money from day one. Freedom Solar operates in Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and Florida, but there are plenty of other great options nationwide. Previnex This episode is also brought to you by Previnex. Previnex makes clinically effective supplements that promote longevity, performance, and every day health, and they donate vitamins to malnourished children with every customer order. From firsthand experience, I can tell you that Previnex supplements are awesome and flat out work! I highly recommend you check out and try these products for yourself. One of the best parts is that if you don’t experience benefits on any product within 30 days, Previnex has a no questions asked 100% money back guarantee for a full refund. You have no risk and everything to gain here. Use code FTLR for 15% off your first purchase of any products at previnex.com.