For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running
Exploring the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. Running is a sport that has the power to unite us all and we are here to share conversations about how running has shaped the lives of people within our community, as well as how running has created community in itself.
From pro runners and Olympians to ultramarathoners running their first big race to business owners who use running to improve their entrepreneurial journey, we believe in creating community and expanding the running world for all.
Hosted by running enthusiast, Jonathan Levitt.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 52 minutes
- Episodes
- 394
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
194. Stevie Smith: Identity and growth as an athlete and business owner
Stevie Smith is a proud dog mom to Chance, small business owner of Stevie Lyn Nutrition, registered sports dietitian, multi sport athlete and autoimmune warrior.
In this episode we talk about:
-Stev…
193. Nick Willis: Longevity as a runner
Nick Willis is a 38-year old kid at heart, from a small town in New Zealand. A lifelong athlete, physical activity is a feature now in his roles as a father, husband and employee.
In this episode we…
192. Jake Tuber: The Psychology of Performance
Jake Tuber returns for round two! Jake is a dad, husband, guy in his mid-30s, doctoral candidate and professor, founder of Endeavorun, injured runner and self-described overly sarcastic/ serious goo…
191. Matt Chittim: The Rambling Runner
Matt is a running podcaster, running coach, lover of sports, father, husband, and proud masters runner.
In this episode we talk about:
-starting a podcast
-evolving the interview process
-staying …
190. Jess Broderick: Finding fulfilment and joy in the process and people
Jess Broderick is a runner, family girl, very passionate friend and a coach. Without any of those labels, Jess defines herself as “joy”.
In this episode we talk about:
-choosing joyful places and s…
189. Sara Manderscheid: Filling up your cup and spreading joy
188. Gwen Jorgensen: exploring unknown potential
Gwen is mom to 4 year old Stanley and husband to Pat, new Boulder resident and professional athlete. She prefers to orient her identity around family rather than athletics.
In this episode we talk a…
187. Andrea Toppin: Strong female role models and inspiring others
Andrea is a chiropractor, elite marathoner for Oiselle, and a dog mom. Hazel, her naughty Shiba puppy, makes her presence known with frequent interruptions, and you can follow her on Instagram @hazel…
186. Kate Grace: Everything is better when you are enjoying yourself
185. Kelly Young: Show up, blow up, but then show back up.
Kelly is a 3-peat Free Throw Shooting Champion, Philly native, and self-described goofball. Despite that grade school highlight, Kelly prefers not to be defined by her accomplishments. A dog mom and …
184. Alex Borsuk: Going after your potential with self love and acceptance
183. Kyle Pietari: Surpassing limits and exploring potential
Kyle Pietari is a competitive ultra runner working full time, husband, father of 3, and expert of the daddy miles.
In this episode we talk about:
-early high school athletics memories
-the influence…
182. Tommie Runz: being more than your accomplishments
Tommie is a dad, husband, and runner, Tommie is also sober. His identity is continuing to evolve as he looks to positively influence those around him.
In this episode we talked about:
-Tommie’s sob…
181. Emilia Benton: Highlighting untold stories
Emilia Benton is a freelance journalist writing about running, health and fitness, an avid runner, wife and dog mom, twin with her sister Carla, and proud Latina and Houstonian.
In this episode w…
180. Anthony Lee: "Running saved my life"
Anthony is more than, in his words, just a regular average Joe. He is a mountain, trail and ultra runner who loves challenging races, a restaurant worker, nature lover, and member of the Boulder outd…
179. Endeavorun: Live from Boulder
178. Carolyn Highland: Metaphors on the Run
Carolyn Highland is a writer, teacher, outdoor enthusiast, trail runner, back-country skier and self-professed amateur dabbler in many things. Fun fact: Carolyn and Jonathan went to the same elementa…
Molly Seidel: It's Going To Be Worth It
Molly is more than @bygolly.molly on Instagram. She is a runner, nerd, and beer-drinking friend who loves what she does.
In this episode we talked about:
- the unimaginable hard work required to beco…
176. Rachel Schneider: Stillness and Gratitude
175. Mirna Valerio: Doing All Things
Mirna Valerio is a mom, all-round outdoor enthusiast, teacher, diversity practitioner, author, and trained opera singer living in Vermont. You may recognize her social media handle The Mirnavator.
In…