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
114. Tyler Day: Chop wood and carry water
Tyler Day is one of the two newest additions to Northern Arizona Elite, living and training in Flagstaff, Arizona.
In this episode, we talked about:
-his dreams of being a catcher for the Arizona Dia…
113. Julia Kohnen: "The best thing you can be is consistent"
Julia Kohnen is a professional runner for HOKA ONE ONE’s Northern Arizona Elite.
In this episode, we talked about:
-getting into running from a soccer background
-being what she would consider a newe…
112. Matt Bach: Chasing his Umeke
Matt Bach is a triathlete, husband, dad and Director of Endurance Athletics for UCAN. In this episode, we talked about: -his pro triathlon journey -working on Wall Street while racing triathlon -work…
111. Dr. Emily Kraus: Running and Researching
110. KK Fischer: “Non Laurus Luctatio: Not the prize, but the struggle.”
Katherine “KK” Fischer is a lover of life, lover of humans and really wants to squeeze the juice out of every day and make the most of it.
In this episode we talked about:
-“squeezing the juice out…
109. Aisha Praught Leer: Remember to have fun!
Aisha Praught Leer is a mid distance runner and Olympian representing Team Boss as well as Jamaica, living in Boulder, Colorado.
In this episode, we talked about:
-“Success isn’t finite”
-the team m…
108. Mel Lawrence: Proud of sharing experiences
107. Nick de la Rosa: Battling Mental Health
106. Dana Bogan: keep showing up
Dana Bogan is a runner, fitness instructor and social worker in Boston, MA.
Dana’s a friend I’ve known for over five years and it has been a pleasure to watch her grow over that time.
In this episode…
105. Ben Rosario: "Let the body drive the ship"
Ben Rosario, the first guest of the podcast returns for his second episode to talk about the recent four year contract that Northern Arizona Elite signed with HOKA ONE ONE, of which he is the coach f…
104. Erika Kemp: Proud of what she helped create
Erika Kemp is a pro runner who was born in Japan, born in South Jersey, now living and training in Boston, MA for the BAA High Performance Team.
In this episode we talked about:
-coffee, as she’s a …
103. Mike Burnstein: Inspired by the places we run and the people we meet
102. Klodian Mitri: Paying it forward when it comes to opportunities for family
Klodian Mitri is a triathlete turned trail runner now living in Utah, born and raised in Albania who came to the US in the late 90’s.
In this episode we talked about:
-being a parent in the time of …
101. Courtney Dauwalter: The exploration of what's possible (and then some)
Courtney Dauwalter is a trail and ultra runner from Golden, Colorado.
In this episode, we talked about:
-her first run
-diving right into her Why
-what keeps her going
-the Colorado Trail adventure
…
💯. Sydney Gidabuday: A good opportunity under bad circumstances ⚒️
Sydney Gidabuday is a professional runner living in Boulder, Colorado. His bio on the Tinman Elite website says, “Once trained so hard he couldn't feel his arms and legs, now he's a Tinman running 7:…
99. Lindsay Webster: Taking chances in life
Lindsay Webster is a professional obstacle course racer living in Quebec, Canada.
In this episode, we talked about:
-van life
-being a pro athlete couple
-motivation
-getting into running
-balance
…
98. Meghan Slavin: Hole to Hump FKT and more!
Meghan Slavin is a physical therapist and ultra runner who lives in North Phoenix.
In this episode we talked about:
-her first run (at 18)
-pacing Western States to the finish line
-the energy at Wes…
97. Amelia Boone: Should we define happiness?
Amelia Boone returns for a highly requested second episode!
Amelia is a trail runner, attorney and so much more, living in Golden, Colorado.
In this episode, we talked about:
-major life changes in t…
96. David and Megan Roche: "Shoot Your Shot"
David Roche is back for his third episode, this time joined by Megan!
A much more casual vibe, this episode sounded like the three of us were sitting around a table eating tacos.
In this episode, we …
95. Kurt Decker: Community to the core
Kurt Decker is a trail runner who truly loves his state (Minnesota) and the emphasis on engaging in outdoor activities with the people around him.
In this episode we discussed:
-making his life all a…