For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

This week's special episode is with Erin Strout! Erin is a writer for Women's Running, and lives in Flagstaff, Arizona. In this episode, we talked about: -behind the scenes of being a journalist -how Erin got into the profession -which of her stories are her favorite or the most meaningful -why we're seeing women's distance running the best it has ever been -women's running in general, and how to continue to move things forward -a "state of affairs" with running  -some predictions for the industry and of course... THE OLYMPIC TRIALS! You can find Erin at https://twitter.com/erinstrout and https://instagram.com/erinstrout, and at Women's Running Magazine!

This week's guest is Kaitlin Gregg Goodman. Kaitlin is a professional runner who lives in Providence, RI and trains with the BAA High Performance team. In this episode, we talked about: -Training Joyfully, and what that means to her -her development as an athlete and coach -how she finds joy during times of adversity -what she's afraid of -her take on balance  -dealing with the comparison game as a professional runner -her favorite part of the Boston Marathon course… which is coincidentally my least favorite part -Public Health Policy and how to have better conversations around health metrics and progress -her educational background -The Olympic Trials, as she's qualified in the 5000/10000 and marathon! -and much more! Follow along at https://twitter.com/runnerkg and https://instagram.com/runnerkg Tune in next week for a special Olympic Trials preview episode with Erin Strout, which will be released on Thursday instead of Friday, so you can have an extra day to listen ahead of Saturday’s Olympic Marathon Trials race down in Alanta! The NFL study referenced in this episode can be found here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25649084/

This week's podcast is with Allie and Michaela Hackett, a pair of twins living in Boston and running for the Boston Athletic Association. In this episode, we talked about:  -running in the Olympic Trials -what to expect -living together and the vibe when one is crushing it and the other isn't -training on the Boston Marathon course -Boston Marathon goals for later this spring -collegiate running and underfueling -injury and recovery -cortado club vs cold brew club ☕ -fear -training tools and tips -some lighter questions from fans and friends -much more! Follow Allie at https://www.instagram.com/allie__hackett and Michaela at https://www.instagram.com/michaela_hackett/

This week's episode is with Lou Serafini, an elite runner in Boston. In addition to running at a high level, Lou is the Community Manager at Tracksmith. In this episode we talked about: -balancing work and training -his second Olympic Trials coming up -Tracksmith and how his role has evolved -a little more behind the scenes of a fast-growing running brand -the Boston running community -what he's scared of -his approach to running and rest -how his relationship with running has changed over the years -much more! Follow along at instagram.com/louserafini1 and twitter.com/LouisSerafini

This week’s episode is with Julia Hanlon. Julia is a runner, yogi, and podcaster herself! In this week’s episode we talked about: -podcasting, and getting back into it after a break -where she finds her inspiration and motivation -her travels all across the country (and world!) -therapy and mental health -getting her Masters in Boulder -leading/participating in writing/mindfulness retreats (Wilder Retreat) -having Lauren Fleshman as her mentor -living with Little Wing in Bend, OR -what she’s scared of -much more! You can follow along with Julia’s adventures (and podcast!) at instagram.com/runningonom 

This week's episode is with Amanda Nurse! Amanda is a professional runner who lives in Boston. In this episode, we talked about: -her progression as a runner -wearing many hats as a mom/wife/coach/sponsored runner and more -pregnancy, and coming back stronger after giving birth to her now two year old son -her mental game and how she focuses in/on a race -training leading up to the Olympic Trials -Wellness in Motion -and much more! Follow along with Amanda's adventures at instagram.com/amandarunsboston!

This week's guest is Jesse Thomas. Jesse is the CEO and co-founder of PickyBars, a professional triathlete, husband, father, and so much more. In this week's episode, we talked about: -balance with Work, Play, and Love, which is the name of the podcast he co-hosts with his wife, Lauren Fleshman -"graduating" from life as a pro triathlete into full time with PickyBars as CEO -struggles with PickBars, and choosing to be open about it -struggling (and mental health in general) -athletic goals going forward -social media use as a pro, and primary marketing driver for PickyBars -adventure racing -life in Bend -much more! Follow along with Jesse's adventures at www.instagram.com/jessemthomas, twitter.com/jessemthomas, and PickyBars.com! This week’s episode is sponsored by PickyBars. I’ve been a customer of PickyBars since their early days, and they get better every year. Created from a need to have a performance and real food bar, PickyBars are one of my favorite fueling choices.  I’ve been a member of their monthly club subscription for years now. I have a bar before all my weekday runs, and enjoy their oatmeal before long runs… both are so easy on the road. I’m excited to share 20% off a one time purchase OR your first month of the PickyClub with code FORTHELONGRUN. Enjoy!

This week's episode is with Dana Giordano.  Dana is a professional runner living in Boston, MA. Dana made the leap into full time/pro running last winter as a mid distance runner, and we talked about her progression from working full time into training full time. In this episode we also talked about:  -taking chances and putting herself out there -being a professional athlete in Boston -SLEEP (all 9.5 hours/night worth) -inspiring others, especially high school girls -what she's scared of -working with a sport psychologist -social media as a pro -Do Your Job and Run Ugly -so much more! Follow along with her adventures at instagram.com/dana_gio and twitter.com/dana_gio6

This week's podcast is with Amelia Boone, an attorney and obstacle course racer and ultra runner from the Bay Area. In this episode, we talked about: -exploring limits and boundaries -mental health -her journey and experience with an eating disorder over the last 20 years -her Why, which has evolved over the year -rest day brags -personal growth -sponsorship as a professional athlete with a full time job -so much more Follow along with Amelia's adventures at instagram.com/arboone11 and twitter.com/ameliaboone/

This week's guest is Cody Reed. Cody is a trail and ultra runner living in Flagstaff, Arizona. As you'll hear him share right off the bat, he really likes running long distances.  In this episode Cody talked about: -why he likes running long -the mental side of running these "long ass distances" -the importance of balancing life and training -what he does in his spare time away from running and coaching -his big goals -what he's scared of -the Grand Canyon as a training ground for the Coconino Cowboys -sponsorship as a pro -and much more! You can follow Cody's adventures at instagram.com/codyreeeed and twitter.com/ReedSpeeeed