For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

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Failure Is Not Forever: Marion Jones' Pivot from Scandal to Finding Purpose Dec 06, 2024

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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 taking performance enhancing drugs and was sentenced to six months in jail after a scandal involving over 20 professional athletes.

Marion used her resolve to make an impressive comeback to competitive sports, publish her book “On The Right Track,” and launch her campaign to help youth make better decisions.

Listen to hear about:

Marion’s early days as an athlete who loved training even more than competing
The shift from professional athlete to entrepreneurial coach and the parallels between sport and business
Marion’s story of having her Olympic medals taken away due to performance enhancing drugs
How Marion decided to take what was a failure and turn it into a way to improve others’ lives
Reframing failure and rebranding your life after adversity

Stay connected:

Marion on Instagram: instagram.com/themarionjones
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

PSST! Did you hear the secret giveaway challenge we’re hosting with MadeGood? It’s mentioned in the episode. Good luck!

This episode is supported by:

Hyperice: Innovative recovery tools for all types of training. My favorite are the Normatec leg boots and Normatec Go portable calf sleeves. Reach out to me on Instagram for a discount code to use at hyperice.com.
MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F
Emich Kia of Denver: Family-owned and reliable dealer for buying or leasing an EV! I test drove the EV6 and it's a game-changer with 300+ mile range, super-fast charging, a sporty feel perfect for driving up into the mountains. Tell Emich Kia of Denver I sent you.
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLR2024 at this link for 15% off your pair.
Visit Leadville: So you think you know Leadville? Lake County has so much more to offer year-round than just the 100 miler in the summer. If you’re thinking of getting away, highly recommend booking a trip to Leadville to get up into the mountains, eat yummy food, and play outside. Check out more of what Leadville has to offer here!

How to Improve Your Running Economy and Set Effective Goals with Applied Sport Scientist Jonah Rosner Nov 29, 2024

Show notes

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 scientists in NFL history.

He currently collaborates with Nike to run the Nike Running Performance Lab NYC.

Listen to hear about:

Jonah’s transition as a sport scientist from the NFL to running
Why runners need to understand the physiology of running
How to increase your running economy
Tips for the average marathoner to get faster
Building in consistency with progressive mini-goals over time

Stay connected:

Jonah Rosner on Instagram: instagram.com/rosnerperformance
Jonah’s website: rosnerperformance.com
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

This episode is supported by:

Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLR2024 at this link for 15% off your pair.
Get all of your endurance sports nutrition goodies from one place and support an Asheville-based local business. You may even get a free FTLR hat in your custom box! https://fuelgoods.com/pages/forthelongrun

Eric Hinman on How to Design Perfect Days and Why Consistency Over Time Can Change Your Life Nov 22, 2024

Show notes

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, HVMN, Beam, Slate, Ice Barrel, The Real Cereal Co, Kane Footwear, MASA Chips and more.

Listen to hear about:

How Eric went from selling insurance door to door to becoming a popular wellness creator
How competing in Ironman races changed Eric’s views of success
Behind the scenes of investing in brands and start-ups
Why you need to figure out your perfect day and shift your environment to make it possible
Balancing passions like biking, Crossfit, and running and recovering from it all
Eric’s focus on community and shared experiences

Stay connected:

Eric on Instagram: instagram.com/erichinman
Eric’s website: EricHinman.com
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

This episode is supported by:

MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLR2024 at this link for 15% off your pair.

Running Food That’s MadeGood: How People and Passion Blend to Create On-the-Go Fuel with Salma Fotovat Nov 15, 2024

Show notes

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 gratitude to her life and she strives to inspire others to stay active and prioritize their mental and physical health.

Listen to hear about:

How running came to Salma at one of the hardest points of her life
The parallels between endurance sports and entrepreneurship
How Salma’s parents encouraged her and her siblings to create the inspiring food brand Riverside and later MadeGood
How Salma aims to have a net positive brand for the environment

Stay connected:

Salma on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/salmafotovat
MadeGood on Instagram: instagram.com/madegoodfoods
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

This episode is supported by:

Emich Kia of Denver: Family-owned and reliable dealer for buying or leasing an EV! I test drove the EV6 and it's a game-changer with 300+ mile range, super-fast charging, a sporty feel perfect for driving up into the mountains. Tell Emich Kia of Denver I sent you.

Hyperice: Innovative recovery tools for all types of training. My favorite are the Normatec leg boots and Normatec Go portable calf sleeves. Get 10% off with code LONGRUN10 at hyperice.com.
MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F

Fuel Goods: Get all of your endurance sports nutrition goodies from one place and support an Asheville-based local business. You may even get a free FTLR hat in your custom box! https://fuelgoods.com/pages/forthelongrun

How to Set Your Next Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal with Team RWB’s Mike “Sully” Sullivan Nov 08, 2024

Show notes

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 & Blue, the founding member of Team RWB Fayetteville, a career high school math teacher, and father of three children.

Listen to hear about:

Team RWB’s impact on veterans and how running fits in
How Sully’s military experience gave him the mental toughness to pursue ultramarathons
The interaction of health, community, and behavior change
How and why to set big, hairy, audacious physical goals

Stay connected:

Sully on Instagram
Sully on LinkedIn
Sully on Facebook
Sully on X
Sully on Threads
Team RWB’s website
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

This episode is supported by:

PUMA: Get 20% off any PUMA run or train products from shoes to apparel with code FTLR20 at www.puma.com.
Go Brewing: Grab a few six-packs of the award-winning non-alcoholic beer using code FTLR and get 15% off and free shipping on all orders above $40. My favorites are the sours. Find them at www.gobrewing.com.
Hyperice: Innovative recovery tools for all types of training. My favorite are the Normatec leg boots and Normatec Go portable calf sleeves. Get 10% off with code LONGRUN10 at www.hyperice.com.
MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F

Dakotah Lindwurm on her Olympic Race, Training for the NYC Marathon, and Injury Prevention Nov 01, 2024

Show notes

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 2024 Olympic race strategy and experience
Dakotah’s hopes for younger athletes and her “why”
Brand partnership support and running for PUMA (plus her top shoe picks)
NYC Marathon insights and excitement for the 2024 race

Hear Dakotah’s 2023 episode of For The Long Run: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0qPCWTQGXSFAxG3HBKX3R0?si=b8a89a60e7be4504

Stay connected:

Dakotah on Instagram: instagram.com/dakotahlindwurm
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/forthelrpod⁠
Jon Levitt on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/jwlevitt⁠
Join the For The Long Run email community: ⁠for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com⁠

Looking for helpful, valuable resources to improve your running performance and longevity? Make sure you head over to the ⁠Tread Lightly Podcast⁠!

This episode is supported by:

Made Good: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F
Looking for helpful, valuable resources to improve your running performance and longevity? Make sure you head over to the Tread Lightly Podcast!
PUMA: Get 20% off any PUMA run or train products from shoes to apparel with code FTLR24 at www.puma.com.
Go Brewing: Grab a few six-packs of the award-winning non-alcoholic beer using code FTLR and get 15% off and free shipping on all orders above $40 at gobrewing.com. My favorites are the sours.

Boulderthon Expo Panel: How Pro Runners Face the Challenges and Welcome the Joys of Running Oct 25, 2024

Show notes

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 moving forward when times get hard
How to get comfortable being uncomfortable
The goals of these runners and how they’ve changed over time
Pushing past post-race blues

Hear past For The Long Run episodes with these athletes:

Stay connected:

Scott Jurek on Instagram: instagram.com/scottjurek
Molly Seidel on Instagram: instagram.com/bygolly.molly
Rory Linkletter on Instagram: instagram.com/rory_linkletter
Maor Tiyouri on Instagram: instagram.com/maor_tiyouri
Dakotah Lindwurm on Instagram: instagram.com/dakotahlindwurm
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

This episode is supported by:

MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F
2Before: Get a performance boost with New Zealand Blackcurrant berries. Use code FTLR for 30% off of multi-serve and 20 packs over at 2Before.com.
Go Brewing: Grab a few six-packs of the award-winning non-alcoholic beer using code FTLR and get 15% off and free shipping on all orders above $40. My favorites are the sours. Find them at gobrewing.com.
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLROCT at this link for 15% off your pair.

The Limiting Factor is Your Own Mind: Jeremy Miller’s Journey in Running, Content Creation, and Entrepreneurship Oct 18, 2024

Show notes

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 day, and running a 62-mile race around a one-mile loop in a parking lot.

He’s also the co-founder of Switchback, a running nutrition brand.

Listen to hear about:

How Jeremy went from seeing running as punishment to running a 100 miler
Jeremy’s journey to becoming a full-time content creator (and from 2k to 100k Instagram followers in 6 months)
The realities and evolution of working with brands as a content creator
The 100 mile race recap, Boulderthon 2024, and future goals
Why Jeremy believes the limiting factor in life is your own mind

Stay connected:

Jeremy’s website: https://www.jeremymiller.io
Jeremy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremymille.r/
Jeremy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BreeJeremy?sub_confirmation=1
Jeremy on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremymillerfit
The Jeremy Miller Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-miller80
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

Looking for helpful, valuable resources to improve your running performance and longevity? Make sure you head over to the Tread Lightly Podcast!

This episode is supported by:

2Before: Get a performance boost with New Zealand Blackcurrant berries. Use code FTLR for 30% off of multi-serve and 20 packs over at 2Before.com.
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLROCT at this link for 15% off your pair.
Made Good: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F
Go Brewing: Grab a few six-packs of the award-winning non-alcoholic beer using code FTLR and get 15% off and free shipping on all orders above $40 at gobrewing.com. My favorites are the sours.

How Olympic Medalist Molly Seidel Navigates Injury and Mental Health Struggles Oct 11, 2024

Show notes

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
The problem with short term gains over long term sustainability
Molly’s love of friendly competition and racing other women
The growing pains of running becoming more mainstream

Our 2021 episode with Molly: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7pIO6UE11YUaJAXaeyANn3

Stay connected:

Molly on Instagram: instagram.com/bygolly.molly
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/forthelrpod⁠⁠⁠
Jon Levitt on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/jwlevitt⁠⁠⁠
Join the For The Long Run email community: ⁠⁠⁠for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com⁠⁠⁠

This episode is supported by:

PUMA: PUMA deeply cares about the running community and is committed to creating great gear. Get 20% off any PUMA run or train products from shoes to apparel with code FTLROCT at ⁠⁠www.puma.com⁠⁠.
Hyperice: Innovative recovery tools for all types of training. My favorite are the Normatec leg boots and Normatec Go portable calf sleeves. Get 10% off with code LONGRUN10 at ⁠⁠⁠hyperice.com⁠⁠⁠.
MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F⁠⁠⁠
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLROCT for 15% off your pair at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://alnk.to/3ybGCzH⁠⁠⁠⁠.

How Jason Bahamundi Overcame Burnout and Disordered Eating to Build a Media Platform for Everyday Athletes Oct 04, 2024

Show notes

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 everybody and every body, despite the obstacles they may encounter along the way.

Listen to hear about:

The evolution of running culture alongside social media
Personal takes on Boston Marathon Qualifying Times
Navigating burnout in Ironman training and in business
How healing from disordered eating opened Jason up to connection with others
The evolution of Run•Tri•Bike and connecting with everyday athletes

Stay connected:

Jason Bahamundi on Instagram: instagram.com/cooktraineatrace
RunTriBike Magazine: runtrimag.com
For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: ⁠⁠instagram.com/forthelrpod⁠⁠
Jon Levitt on Instagram: ⁠⁠instagram.com/jwlevitt⁠⁠
Join the For The Long Run email community: ⁠⁠for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com⁠⁠

This episode is supported by:

Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLR for 15% off your pair at ⁠⁠https://alnk.to/3ybGCzH⁠⁠.
MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F⁠
PUMA: Get 20% off any PUMA run or train products from shoes to apparel with code FTLROCT at ⁠www.puma.com⁠.
Hyperice: Innovative recovery tools for all types of training. My favorite are the Normatec leg boots and Normatec Go portable calf sleeves. Get 10% off with code LONGRUN10 at ⁠⁠hyperice.com⁠⁠.

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