• For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

  • By: Jonathan Levitt
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For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

By: Jonathan Levitt
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  • A podcast that explores 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. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support
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Episodes
  • Dakotah Lindwurm on her Olympic Race, Training for the NYC Marathon, and Injury Prevention

    Dakotah Lindwurm on her Olympic Race, Training for the NYC Marathon, and Injury Prevention
    Nov 1 2024

    Dakotah Lindwurm is an Olympic Marathoner from Minnesota who runs for PUMA and Minnesota Distance Elite.


    She made the podium at the Olympic Trials, came in 12th in Paris 2024, and has a 2:24 marathon personal best.


    Listen to hear about:

    • How Dakotah’s changed since her last FTLR appearance before Boston 2023
    • Big lessons from tough runs
    • Her Paris 2024 Olympic race strategy and experience
    • Dakotah’s hopes for younger athletes and her “why”
    • Brand partnership support and running for PUMA (plus her top shoe picks)
    • NYC Marathon insights and excitement for the 2024 race


    Hear Dakotah’s 2023 episode of For The Long Run: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0qPCWTQGXSFAxG3HBKX3R0?si=b8a89a60e7be4504


    Stay connected:

    • Dakotah on Instagram: instagram.com/dakotahlindwurm
    • For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/forthelrpod⁠
    • Jon Levitt on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/jwlevitt⁠
    • Join the For The Long Run email community: ⁠for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com⁠


    Looking for helpful, valuable resources to improve your running performance and longevity? Make sure you head over to the ⁠Tread Lightly Podcast⁠!


    This episode is supported by:

    • Made Good: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F
    • Looking for helpful, valuable resources to improve your running performance and longevity? Make sure you head over to the Tread Lightly Podcast!
    • PUMA: Get 20% off any PUMA run or train products from shoes to apparel with code FTLR24 at www.puma.com.
    • Go Brewing: Grab a few six-packs of the award-winning non-alcoholic beer using code FTLR and get 15% off and free shipping on all orders above $40 at gobrewing.com. My favorites are the sours.


    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support
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    50 mins
  • Boulderthon Expo Panel: How Pro Runners Face the Challenges and Welcome the Joys of Running

    Boulderthon Expo Panel: How Pro Runners Face the Challenges and Welcome the Joys of Running
    Oct 25 2024
    Hear straight from pro runners on their biggest challenges and joys of the sport. Jon moderated this panel discussion at Boulderthon on September 28, 2024 with athletes Scott Jurek, Molly Seidel, Rory Linkletter, Maor Tiyouri, and Dakotah Lindwurm. Listen to hear about: Why each athlete chose running (and why their Whys can change) How they keep moving forward when times get hard How to get comfortable being uncomfortable The goals of these runners and how they’ve changed over time Pushing past post-race blues Hear past For The Long Run episodes with these athletes: How Olympic Medalist Molly Seidel Navigates Injury and Mental Health Struggles Running and Resilience in the Face of Adversity: Maor Tiyouri’s Story Rory Linkletter: How an Olympic Runner Thinks About Training and Racing Olympian Dakotah Lindwurm: Running 26.2 Miles and Smiles Stay connected: Scott Jurek on Instagram: instagram.com/scottjurek Molly Seidel on Instagram: instagram.com/bygolly.molly Rory Linkletter on Instagram: instagram.com/rory_linkletter Maor Tiyouri on Instagram: instagram.com/maor_tiyouri Dakotah Lindwurm on Instagram: instagram.com/dakotahlindwurm For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com This episode is supported by: MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F 2Before: Get a performance boost with New Zealand Blackcurrant berries. Use code FTLR for 30% off of multi-serve and 20 packs over at 2Before.com. Go Brewing: Grab a few six-packs of the award-winning non-alcoholic beer using code FTLR and get 15% off and free shipping on all orders above $40. My favorites are the sours. Find them at gobrewing.com. Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLROCT at this link for 15% off your pair. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support
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    47 mins
  • The Limiting Factor is Your Own Mind: Jeremy Miller’s Journey in Running, Content Creation, and Entrepreneurship

    The Limiting Factor is Your Own Mind: Jeremy Miller’s Journey in Running, Content Creation, and Entrepreneurship
    Oct 18 2024

    Are you one of those runners who started off absolutely hating the sport?


    Jeremy Miller is an athlete and content creator based in Austin, TX. He has completed several marathons and ultras with a 2:44 marathon personal best.


    Jeremy is also known for his unique athletic feats, like running a sub-5-minute mile and deadlifting 500 pounds on the same day, and running a 62-mile race around a one-mile loop in a parking lot.


    He’s also the co-founder of Switchback, a running nutrition brand.


    Listen to hear about:

    • How Jeremy went from seeing running as punishment to running a 100 miler
    • Jeremy’s journey to becoming a full-time content creator (and from 2k to 100k Instagram followers in 6 months)
    • The realities and evolution of working with brands as a content creator
    • The 100 mile race recap, Boulderthon 2024, and future goals
    • Why Jeremy believes the limiting factor in life is your own mind


    Stay connected:

    • Jeremy’s website: https://www.jeremymiller.io
    • Jeremy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremymille.r/
    • Jeremy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BreeJeremy?sub_confirmation=1
    • Jeremy on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremymillerfit
    • The Jeremy Miller Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-miller80
    • For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
    • Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
    • Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

    Looking for helpful, valuable resources to improve your running performance and longevity? Make sure you head over to the Tread Lightly Podcast!


    This episode is supported by:

    • 2Before: Get a performance boost with New Zealand Blackcurrant berries. Use code FTLR for 30% off of multi-serve and 20 packs over at 2Before.com.
    • Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLROCT at this link for 15% off your pair.
    • Made Good: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F
    • Go Brewing: Grab a few six-packs of the award-winning non-alcoholic beer using code FTLR and get 15% off and free shipping on all orders above $40 at gobrewing.com. My favorites are the sours.
    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support
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    51 mins

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