What does it mean to take up space in endurance sports? In this powerful episode of Fireside Chat, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with Alissa Lay—trail runner, mom, natural pro bodybuilder, and co-leader at Camp We Run Long—to explore representation, community, and purpose in trail running.
This episode dives into more than finish lines. Alissa shares how Camp We Run Long welcomes BIPOC and new runners into a sport that hasn’t always felt accessible. She reflects on honoring the legacy of the 1928 Harlem to D.C. bike ride—a journey she re-created to recognize the resilience of five Black women who rode it nearly 100 years ago.
Listeners will hear how visibility and storytelling matter in sport. From rainbow flags to family finish-line hugs, every gesture of inclusion is a step forward. And yes, there’s laughter too—pineapple on pizza debates and favorite snacks remind us that endurance is about joy as much as grit.
Tune in to hear how trail running can be a platform for legacy, representation, and belonging—and how Alissa Lay is leading the way.
🎧 Tune in now—your next run could feel a whole lot better.
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