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
Chasing Moments Over Miles: Lucy Bartholomew on Running and Life
Professional trail runner, Ironman triathlete, and multifaceted human Lucy Bartholomew joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about her past, present, and future in endurance sports, and its …
Underbirds Flying High: Ari Hendrix on Racing, Running, Representation, and Resilience
This episode with Ari Hendrix is the second 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 Trial…
Beyond the Clock: Redefining Success in Running with Candice Peak
This episode, with Candice Peak, dives deep into the impact of different goals, data metrics, mindsets, and community on our relationship with running. Candice is a Boston-based fitness instructor, r…
Running and Resilience in the Face of Adversity: Maor Tiyouri's Story
Challenges and Transformations in the Running Industry with Christina Henderson
Today, Jon speaks with The Running Event (TRE) Event Director, Christina Henderson. A multi-decade long love affair with running, dating back to elementary school laps, have molded Christina into the…
Underbirds Flying High: Molly Bookmyer's Journey to Running the Marathon Olympic Trials
This episode with Molly Bookmyer is the first 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…
Breaking Through: Running Coaching with Jon Levitt and TJ David
This special episode is a coaching conversation between Jon and TJ David, elite trail runner and coach with Microcosm Coaching, a sponsor of the podcast. Jon and TJ unpack Jon’s recent breakthrough u…
Joe Corcione's Path to Sobriety, Running Community, and Ultrarunning Success
This episode is with ultrarunner and host of the popular Everyday Ultra podcast, Joe Corcione. Deeply passionate about finding fulfillment, Joe uses his actions and words to show people that no matte…
Finding Strength in Struggles: Bailey Kowalczyk's Story of Mental Health and Running
Bailey describes herself as a dedicated friend and dog mom, runner and science nerd. Born into a running family, the sport is in Bailey’s DNA, and today she competes as a professional trail runner fo…
Fueling Endurance Excellence: Insights from the Elite Sports World with Jessica Isaacs, RD
Jessica is a Registered Dietitian working with a variety of different sports, athletes, and elite teams performing at the highest level. Her passion for nutrition and performance came out of her pers…
Pushing Boundaries and Finding Community in Running with Elliott Beach
This episode of For The Long Run is with Elliott Beach. Husband, dog dad, and avid middle-to-back of the pack hobby jogger, Elliot’s transformation from pandemic-onset runner to ultramarathoner is bo…
282. Tina Muir & Zoë Rom: Running for Life, Community, and Planet
Two of the busiest and most multifaceted human beings, Tina Muir and Zoë Rom, recently published a book they wrote together: “Becoming a Sustainable Runner: A Guide to Running for Life, Community, an…
281. Alexi Pappas' Leadville 100 Adventure: Defying Limits As An Olympian Turned Ultramarathoner
Olympian and professional runner, award-winning writer and filmmaker, Alexi Pappas is not afraid to take on new challenges and test her limits. In this episode of the For The Long Run Podcast, Alexi …
280. Running Against the Odds: Kevin Cekanor's Triumph over Mental + Physical Limitations
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast is Kevin Cekanor, a 4 ft 5 photographer and avid runner. Born with achondroplasia dwarfism, he has defied limitations and turned adversity into a powerful…
279. How Ultrarunner Don Reichelt Fell In Love With The Process
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast is with professional ultrarunner and full-time employee at Oura Ring, Don Reichelt. Passionate about being outside and connecting with people, Don uses ru…
278. Uniting Runners, Building Community: David Lam's Path to Western States
This episode of the For The Long Run Podcast was recorded 1 week ahead of 2023 Western States Endurance Run with ultrarunner and Western States debutant, David Lam. More than a runner, David, fondly …
277. Adrian MacDonald: Leadville 100 Changed My Life
Two-time Leadville 100 champion, Adrian MacDonald, describes himself as a lifelong runner. He is on a mission to help share his love of running with others and create more lifelong athletes by coachi…
276. Rediscovering Joy and Passion Beyond the Pace with Lauren LaPierre
Former NCAA Division I runner and current mastermind behind The Personalized Running Doc, Lauren describes herself as very passionate, driven, resilient, and loyal. Having logged thousands of miles, …
275. Running with Purpose: How Steve Mura's Passion for Athletics Transformed Lives
274. Trail Running and Nordic Skiing: A High-Performance Balancing Act with Sam Hendry
Sam Hendry is a trail runner, Nordic skier, and new member of The Trail Team. He grew up in Canada’s Rocky Mountains and is now living in Salt Lake City while he skies for the University of Utah. We …