What does it mean to TRULY be grateful for running and life?
Reid Burrows grew up in the small town of Grand Bay-Westfield, New Brunswick, Canada. His endurance background is in the sport of triathlon. Upon leaving the pursuit of triathlon and chasing the Olympic dream, he fell in love with the trails and haven’t looked back since. In February of 2022, Reid quit his full-time job to pursue his dream of becoming a full-time professional trail runner. By the end of 2022, he was picked up by Merrell with his first professional contract. Reid currently lives and trains out of Leadville, Colorado.
Jon chats with Reid about:
Reid's Journey to Leadville
Inspiration from Rob Krar
The Importance of Story-Driven Brands
Navigating Government and Contract Pressures
Living and Training at High Altitude
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Let's break down what is so special about trail running and why more people need to experience it.
Vivek Gowri is a Product Manager at NVIDIA, where he leads initiatives in gaming and AI hardware. When he’s not shaping the future of tech, he’s out on the trails as a dedicated runner and advocate for diversity in the outdoor space. He brings a thoughtful perspective to the intersection of technology, endurance sports, and inclusion — bridging innovation with impact on and off the trail.
Jon chats with Vivek about:
Trail Running and the November Project
Building a Diverse Running Community
Inclusivity and Accessibility in Trail Running
Investing in Running Businesses
The Intersection of Tech and Running
Trail Running Innovations and Events
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Vivek on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivekgowri/
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Tailwind: Fueling shouldn’t be complicated. Tailwind offers all-in-one nutrition that’s easy to digest, gut-friendly, and made by athletes, for athletes. Use code FTLR20 for 20% off your first order here.
Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
Eternal: Our newest partner and a company I'm also consulting for! Eternal is a performance health company for runners, endurance athletes, and anyone serious about their training. Their in-depth, two-hour physicals cover metabolic testing, mobility assessments, bloodwork, and a full movement analysis — all with expert guidance to keep you healthy and performing your best. Check them out at eternal.co and use code FTLR for 10% off your performance physical.
Are you laying the right foundation for your nutritional health?
Rachael (Reddy) Wade is a runner, mom of two, and founder of Rx Nutrition. She ran for the University of Alabama, earned gold medals at the Pan American Games and USA Championships, and now helps others fuel for performance and life. As a registered dietitian with a doctoral degree in Public Health, Rachael specializes in sports nutrition, women’s health, and disordered eating. Whether she’s chasing her kids, counseling clients, or training for her next competition, Rachael is all about the long run — literally and figuratively.
Jon chats with Rachael about:
Transition to CrossFit and Hybrid Training
Research on Mental Health and Nutrition
Navigating Nutrition Advice
Women's Health and Disordered Eating
Balancing Life and Entrepreneurship
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Rx Nutrition Website:
https://www.rxnutritioncounseling.com/
Rachael's business Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/rxnutritioncounseling/
This episode is supported by:
Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Get 20% off when you use this link!
PUMA: Get your pair at your local Fleet Feet or your favorite local running shop!
Eternal: Eternal is a performance health company for runners, endurance athletes, and anyone serious about their training. Their in-depth, two-hour physicals cover metabolic testing, mobility assessments, bloodwork, and a full movement analysis — all with expert guidance to keep you healthy and performing your best. Check them out at eternal.co and use code FTLR for 10% off your performance physical.
Are you actually prepared for your next outdoor adventure?
Viktor Makarskyy is the Cofounder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of GOES Health where he is responsible for the product and engineering of their outdoor health platform. He is an avid runner living based in Los Angeles, where he’s currently training for a hilly marathon later this year in Japan. He checks the GOES app daily for real-time outdoor risks to help plan his runs, and GOES has helped him personally with everything from muscle cramps to impact injuries while running on trails.
Disclaimer: GOES is a sponsor of For The Long Run
Jon chats with Viktor about:
Viktor's Journey from Swimming to Running
The Essential Community and Structure that Running Provides
Focusing on Key Drivers to Achieve Your Goals
Pattern Recognition and Building Successful Habits
Enhancing Outdoor Safety with GOES Health
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Tailwind: Fueling shouldn’t be complicated. Tailwind offers all-in-one nutrition that’s easy to digest, gut-friendly, and made by athletes, for athletes. Use code FTLR20 for 20% off your first order here.
Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
GOES: Need a trail companion that’s smarter than your average gear? Meet GOES—the essential outdoor app created by wilderness medicine doctors. Whether you're planning your next adventure or handling a backcountry emergency, GOES gives you expert medical guidance—even without cell service. Tap a body part, assess the risk, and get clear next steps. It’s like having a backcountry medic in your pocket—and it’s an absolute must-have in our kit. Use code 25FTLR30 for 30% off an annual GOES+ plan.
No matter where you’re at in your running journey, there’s a path for all of us.
Scott Jurek has been named one of the greatest runners of all time, claiming victories in nearly all of ultrarunning’s elite trail and road events. More than just a champion, Scott is a true student and ambassador of the sport, known to stay at finish lines cheering until the last runner crosses. When not racing, he donates his time to many non profit organizations and is an avid volunteer in the areas of environmental conservation, fitness and health.
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Scott’s book:
https://www.amazon.com/North-Finding-While-Running-Appalachian/dp/0316433799
This episode is supported by:
Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
GOES: Need a trail companion that’s smarter than your average gear? Meet GOES—the essential outdoor app created by wilderness medicine doctors. Whether you're planning your next adventure or handling a backcountry emergency, GOES gives you expert medical guidance—even without cell service. Tap a body part, assess the risk, and get clear next steps. It’s like having a backcountry medic in your pocket—and it’s an absolute must-have in our kit. Use code 25FTLR30 for 30% off an annual GOES+ plan.
Alpenglow: Visit https://www.alpenglowsolarandservice.com/ to learn more about solar solutions and contact Colleen!
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Get 20% off when you use this link!
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Having doubts as a runner? Here’s how to reframe them.
Kristen Schindler is a mental performance consultant and endurance coach who helps athletes untangle their relationship with sport, self, and setbacks. She is currently completing her Master’s in Applied Sport and Performance Psychology at the University of Western States and working toward CMPC certification. Kristen’s work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Performance Coaching, Narrative Theory, and Cognitive-Behavioral principles with a belief that who we are in sport mirrors who we are in life. Drawing on over two decades of experience as both an elite trail runner and coach, she supports athletes in building resilience, values-based confidence, and sustainable performance. She works with individuals, teams, and organizations, helping them lean into discomfort, reframe failure, and write more honest, flexible stories about who they are both as athletes and humans.
Jon chats with Kristin about:
Kristen's running journey
mental performance and coaching
confidence and self-talk
defining your role in challenging times
empowering youth athletes
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GOES: Need a trail companion that’s smarter than your average gear? Meet GOES—the essential outdoor app created by wilderness medicine doctors. Whether you're planning your next adventure or handling a backcountry emergency, GOES gives you expert medical guidance—even without cell service. Tap a body part, assess the risk, and get clear next steps. It’s like having a backcountry medic in your pocket—and it’s an absolute must-have in our kit. Use code 25FTLR30 for 30% off an annual GOES+ plan.
Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Get 20% off when you use this link!
Visit Leadville: So you think you know Leadville? Lake County has so much more to offer year-round than just the 100 miler in the summer. If you’re thinking of getting away, highly recommend booking a trip to Leadville to get up into the mountains, eat yummy food, and play outside. Check out more of what Leadville has to offer here!
Want change in the way your races are organized? Then speak up about it!
Libby Jones is the owner and race director for The Active Joe, a race production company out of Dallas, Texas that focuses on the "average joes" out there getting active. She has directed running races for 17 years and currently produces trail and road running events 6 race days a year for The Active Joe. The company has a focus on affordable racing while providing opportunities to get active in a safe and inviting way for communities previously underrepresented in running.
Jon chats with Libby about:
● overcoming health challenges (Fibromyalgia)
● going from runner to race director
● diversity and inclusion in running
● efforts to include underrepresented groups
● challenges and progress in race directing
Follow Libby on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbyruns/
Follow Active Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theactivejoe/
Active Joe’s website: https://www.theactivejoe.com/
Active Joe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheActiveJoe/
Dinosaur Valley Endurance Run on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dinosaurvalley100/
This episode is supported by:
Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Get 20% off when you use this link!
Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
PUMA: Get your pair at your local Fleet Feet or your favorite local running shop!
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When your motto is “young and fit,” what does it look like to train for Western States?
Hans Troyer is a 25 year old pro ultrarunner who set the course record at the Bandera 100k in 2024 and who finished second at the 2025 Canyons 100k, earning him a Golden Ticket to the Western States 100.
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This is a double-header episode hearing from two experienced pacers and crew members: Amelia Boone and Alex Hildebrandt. Both have experience successfully crewing and pacing elite athletes.
This episode was recorded in 2023, but is full of evergreen content!
In this episode we talk about:
-tips for assembling your perfect crew team, starting understanding your crew needs: logistics help, gear and nutrition, cheerleading, pacing, and more
-advice for crew members and things to discuss with your athlete, including logistics and crewing by bike
-dealing with DNFs, curveballs and different challenges faced by athletes and crew
-ultra pacing 101: pre race considerations, running etiquette, and real time responses
-navigating aid stations and race plans
Tune in to Episode 47 and Episode 97 to hear Amelia Boone’s previous appearances on the show.
Follow Amelia on Instagram @arboone11 and Alex @alex_hildebrandt and For The Long Run @forthelrpod
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Past guests on For The Long Run include: 177. Molly Seidel; 226. Mike "Kofuzi"; 228. Kara Goucher; 59. Shalane Flanagan; 234. Camille Herron; 198. Courtney Frerichs; 229. Jes Woods; 207. Tyler Andrews; 197. Dean Karnazes; 206. Katie Arnold; 220. CJ Albertson; 153. Joe Holder; 199. Kelly Roberts; 188. Gwen Jorgensen; 205. Emily Abbate; 209. Sara Vaughn; 174. Nick Bare; 97 Amelia Boone; 101. Courtney Dauwalter, 219. Dylan Bowman; 191. Matt Chittim; 200. David Roche; and more!
Get an inside look at what it’s like to run Western States!
Adam Peterman is a professional trail runner living in Missoula, Montana who ran for the University of Colorado.
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We’re only a couple of weeks from the Western States Endurance Run, so we caught up with a pro for an inside look at strategizing for it!
Riley Brady is a professional ultra trail runner for Nike Trail living and training in Boulder, CO.
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Athletes are more than their sport, so Colleen’s working to bring a holistic approach to team running.
Colleen Quigley is an American middle-distance runner, Olympian, entrepreneur, mentor, National Champion, and lover of women's sports.
From her high school days on the cross country and track teams, to her collegiate career and Florida State, and all throughout her professional career running for brands like lululemon, Nike, WHOOP, ROKA, and more, community has always been a top priority.
Colleen aims to bring that value of community to life with a new professional track team called Meridia and advised by coach Juli Benson.
*please note that this episode was recorded in March and some details have changed since recording including the discussion about Juli Benson and Kate Grace*
Juli is now an advisor to the team.
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Check out the Meridia Mile, a way for fans to “join the team!” https://www.movemint.cc/events/meridia-mile
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◦Colleen Quigley’s website: colleenquigley.org
◦Meridia website: wearemeridia.com
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There are a million and one ways to train for running. But the best way? To Makena, it’s whatever gives you the most fun.
Makena Morley is a long distance runner living in Bozeman, MT and running for ASICS. She graduated from University of Colorado in 2020 and now coaches via RunDoyen.
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We love in-person events. If you missed this one at Fleet Feet in Boulder in April 2025, you can catch up with this recording!
Caitlyn Miller is a 26 year old business owner and marathon runner. Caitlyn’s business, Expntl Athletics, specializes in activewear for distance runners.
She joined Jon live at Fleet Feet for this live discussion and audience Q+A.
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What does it mean to show up with joy even in the midst of the hardest seasons?
Annie Kalter is a 15-time Boston Marathoner, a mom, a school culture professional, and a woman with an extraordinary story of resilience. After surviving a heart attack that required her to be revived four times, Annie defied the odds to complete her 15th Boston Marathon just five months later.
Listen to hear about:
Annie’s entry into running and how she unexpectedly discovered the marathon was her distance
Building a 15-year Boston streak and what it means to be a streaker
Missing a sub-3-hour marathon by just one second and how she found peace with it
Surviving a spontaneous coronary artery dissection and learning to run again afterward
The mental shift from chasing times to embracing the journey and helping others
How joy, gratitude, and rest are now central to Annie’s version of success
The healing power of community and movement—even when you have to slow down
Whether you’re a runner or not, Annie’s story is a powerful reminder of what it means to keep going, to adapt, and to lead with love.
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This episode is supported by:
Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
GOES: Need a trail companion that’s smarter than your average gear? Meet GOES—the essential outdoor app created by wilderness medicine doctors. Whether you're planning your next adventure or handling a backcountry emergency, GOES gives you expert medical guidance—even without cell service. Tap a body part, assess the risk, and get clear next steps. It’s like having a backcountry medic in your pocket—and it’s an absolute must-have in our kit. Use code 25FTLR30 for 30% off an annual GOES+ plan. GOES+ gives you access to the rewards program, plus much more additional medical content and our emergency assessment tool!
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Hoping to make time for your goals even when you have a million obligations to manage?
Allison Baca is a professional trail runner for HOKA. She juggles parenting a 3-year-old and working full time in finance while squeezing in training to compete in big mountain races.
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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders.
Athletes face a lot of mental and physical pressure around fueling, so we need to break taboos.
Kate Ringwood is a licensed therapist that specializes in eating disorders in athletes. Kate's personal experience navigating her own recovery while competing in cross country and track influenced her passion in helping others.
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This runner took a scary setback and turned it into a message of hope.
Dom Fusco is a health and wellness creator, coach, endurance athlete, and community builder based in Austin, Texas.
After surviving a sudden cardiac arrest in 2023, Dom made it his mission to help others strengthen their bodies, sharpen their minds, and deepen their faith to live healthier, stronger, and more purposeful lives.
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Royi Metser is the founder and CEO of Avelo, the company behind the world's first smart running shoe.
Running changed Royi’s life in 2021 after a blood test was the kick in the butt he needed to make a change. Three days later he signed up for his first marathon.
It was through his personal mission to improve at running that he decided to build a product to measure force and form and use the data to help runners improve performance and reduce risk of injury.
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Note about Avelo: I believe so strongly in what Avelo is doing that I’ve been advising the team behind the scenes for the last two years!
Want to build your mental strength and confidence before your next race?
Neal Palles is an ultrarunning coach and a psychotherapist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant.
Through his private practice, Colorado Psychotherapy and Sport Performance, he works with athletes who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or a performance related issue to help them focus on what matters.
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