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
Meb Keflezighi's 2024 Boston Marathon Comeback
Meb comes from humble beginnings in Eritrea, where he was born in the middle of a war. His dad’s remarkable escape eventually brought Meb to the US where he learned English alongside how to run. Meb …
Amelia Boone is Finding Herself at 40 While Overcoming Injuries
Back by popular request, Amelia Boone joins the podcast for her 4th appearance! Today, Amelia describes herself as an emo teenager trapped in a 40-year old’s body, and is totally cool with that! Beyo…
Tommie Runz is Running to Reduce Mental Health Stigma
This episode is with runner, content creator, podcast and YouTube sensation Tommie Runz. As per his Instagram bio, Tommie is a black sober runner on a mission to make stuff happen for himself and oth…
How TrainingPeaks Co-Founder Dirk Friel Revolutionized Endurance Training
This episode is with TrainingPeaks co-founder Dirk Friel. Dirk’s self identity has evolved through different phases of life. The first half of his life was spent chasing his dream as a professional c…
Marquis Bowden: The Heart and Soul of the Running Community
Why Sabrina Little is Running For Curiosity Not A Sponsorship Contract
Sabrina Little is an accomplished trail and ultra runner with 5 national titles. More than a runner, Sabrina is a wife, mom of two, philosophy professor, and a generally curious person. This episode …
How To Embrace Cyclical Living to Be Your Best Self with Angie Marie
This episode is with For The Long Run’s own social media mastermind Angie Marie. Angie describes herself as a long hike in a National Park with added glamorous sprinkles and confetti, and not a touch…
How Andrea Herbert Balances Motherhood, Running, and Entrepreneurship
This episode is with the founder of Gold Ivy Health Co. Andrea Herbert. Andrea is a woman on a mission to share honestly what it’s like to be a woman, human, and mom, inspiring her kids and community…
How Running and Sobriety Transformed Celeste Yvonne's Life
This episode is with runner, writer, and sobriety advocate Celeste Yvonne. A mom of 2, Celeste is not afraid to share how her struggles as a new mom became the catalyst for redefining her relationshi…
How to Create a Blueprint for Sustainable Running Success with Dr. Allen Lim
This episode is with Skratch Labs founder, coach, and exercise physiologist Dr. Allen Lim. In his mind, Allen is no different from most people: a complicated person with very simple needs. After a lo…
The Business of Running with Oiselle CEO Arielle Knutson
This episode with Oiselle CEO Arielle Knutson is the final in a Oiselle-sponsored series leading up to the 2024 Marathon Olympic Trials. A wife, dog mom, and friend, Arielle juggles her corporate res…
Bonus Episode: Marathon Trials Panel
This bonus episode is all about the ups and downs of a running life, filled with actionable advice for every runner. Hosted by Jon Levitt, our guest panel includes Kara Goucher, Briana Boehmer, Noah …
Why Rosa Moriello is Running the Olympic Trials for Charity
Underbirds Flying High: Elena Hayday on Overcoming Marathon Fears and Running for Community
This episode with Elena Hayday is the fourth in a Oiselle-sponsored series with the Underbirds: a team of 5 female athletes being supported by Oiselle in the lead up to the 2024 Marathon Olympic Tria…
David Roche: Reflections and Revelations from 300 Episodes
This special 300th episode of the For The Long Run podcast is with coaching extraordinaire, and one half of the Some Work All Play (SWAP) power couple, David Roche. As well as being Jon’s coach of ov…
Underbirds Flying High: How To Build Resilience For The Long Run with Carrie Verdon
This episode with Carrie Verdon is the fourth in a Oiselle-sponsored series with the Underbirds: a team of 5 female athletes being supported by Oiselle in the lead up to the 2024 Marathon Olympic Tri…
Underbirds Flying High: Finding Community Through Running with Briana Boehmer
This episode with Briana Boehmer is the third in a Oiselle-sponsored series with the Underbirds: a team of 5 female athletes being supported by Oiselle in the lead up to the 2024 Marathon Olympic Tri…
Turning Passion into Profession: How Tony DiPasquale Went from Running Group Leader to Running Photographer
This episode is with Tony DiPasquale: dog parent, ultra trail runner, lover of all things outdoors. An established content creator, photographer, and videographer, Tony took a leap of faith in purs…
Running to Redemption: Ken Rideout's Unconventional Marathon Mastery
This episode is with Ken Rideout, one of the fastest masters marathoners in the World, father of 4, financier, and much more. His accomplishments have not come easy, and Ken is the first to point out…
Grayson Murphy's Pursuit of Health + Happiness in Running
Grayson Murphy is a 2x World Champion and hybrid athlete, competing at the elite level of track, road, and trail running. Much more than a fast runner, Grayson is the founder and CEO of RG Training L…