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Off The Rails With Eric And AishaWho Will Make Team USA For Tokyo? Your U.S. Championships PreviewThe U.S. Championships are finally upon us. Eric and Aisha will be headed to Eugene to jump on as CITIUS MAG's analysts all weekend long. We're also going to be doing a daily morning show from Eugene – Good Morning Track and Field – that will be available to stream, download and listen to after it's done.In this episode Eric and Aisha discuss:– Catching up on Aisha’s trip to Europe, Eric’s hangover and personal events from the week because Mercury is in retrograde– The latest development in Grand Slam Track’s financial woes...2025-07-282h 17Off The Rails With Eric And AishaA Big Week For Cheaters! First Astronomer CEO and then Ruth Chepngetich – We Have Thoughts!What a week! Ruth Chepngetich, the reigning women’s marathon world record holder, has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit after testing positive for the banned diuretic hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ).What you need to know: The positive test came from a 14 March sample, with results showing 3,800 ng/mL of HCTZ — far above the WADA threshold of 20 ng/mL. HCTZ is not a performance enhancer, but is banned at all times for its use as a masking agent. Chepngetich initially chose a voluntary provisional suspension on 19 April, after being notified of the result on 16 April. On July 21, the...2025-07-212h 07Off The Rails With Eric And AishaWhy We're On The Verge Of A Meltdown; Tour de France Explained For Runners + Some Trauma DumpingContent warning: This podcast includes some discussion around disordered eating. If you are struggling with an eating disorder and are in need of support, please call the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline at 1-800-931-2237. For a 24-hour crisis line, text “NEDA” to 741741.------This week's episode has RANGE and these show notes read like Page 1 of a message board.– How Eric and Aisha dealt with pre-race anxiety– Aisha explains the Tour De France in track and running terms and how she became a huge cycling fan– Eric reviews Just...2025-07-141h 58Off The Rails With Eric And AishaPrefontaine Classic Hot Takes; Settling The Joey Chestnut vs. Usain Bolt: Who Could Eat a Hot Dog Then Run The 100m Faster Debate + Diddy Trial Verdict Reactions"If you see me without my shirt off, get a police officer ASAP."WARNING: Listening to "Off The Rails with Eric and Aisha" while running may result in uncontrollable laughter, side stitches, funny looks from strangers, and the occasional trip hazard due to snort-laughing mid-stride. Proceed with caution—and maybe stretch your abs beforehand. Use caution when wearing earbuds in public places—people will wonder if you’re okay. You are. You’re just having a really good time.This week's topics discussed include:— Eric and Aisha’s July4th weekend updates— Joey Che...2025-07-071h 54Off The Rails With Eric And AishaWe Need To Talk About Chris Robinson’s Wardrobe Malfunction, Faith Kipyegon’s Sub-4 Attempt + Voicemails From Listeners"This sport is so close to collapsing."WARNING: Listening to "Off The Rails with Eric and Aisha" while running may result in uncontrollable laughter, side stitches, funny looks from strangers, and the occasional trip hazard due to snort-laughing mid-stride. Proceed with caution—and maybe stretch your abs beforehand. Use caution when wearing earbuds in public places—people will wonder if you’re okay. You are. You’re just having a really good time.This week's topics discussed include:– Gen Z is doing lots of cocaine– Aisha is set...2025-06-301h 41Off The Rails With Eric And AishaWill Faith Kipyegon Break 4 Minutes For The Mile With Nike's Special Bra? Plus: Is Aisha Now Turkish?WARNING: Listening to "Off The Rails with Eric and Aisha" while running may result in uncontrollable laughter, side stitches, funny looks from strangers, and the occasional trip hazard due to snort-laughing mid-stride. Proceed with caution—and maybe stretch your abs beforehand. Use caution when wearing earbuds in public places—people will wonder if you’re okay. You are. You’re just having a really good time.This week's topics discussed include:– The United States bombs Iran but Summer is here in New England– Aisha updates us on her choir and first perfor...2025-06-231h 52Off The Rails With Eric And AishaWhat Happened To Grand Slam Track + Our Ideas On How To Make Track Meets More Interesting/Fun"I'm not saying we need to be fist-fighting at Hayward but it needs to be a little bit closer to that. You go to Hayward Field for the Trials, the biggest meet in track and field in the U.S., and people would get mad if you're standing out of your seat. That's pathetic."In the first official episode of Off The Rails, Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer have a lot to catch up on:– Grand Slam Track: Los Angeles Cancelled – Suggestions on how to improve the product– Pop Culture Corner: Love I...2025-06-161h 41
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowGRAND SLAM TRACK: PHILLY DAY 2 REACTION SHOW | KENNY BEDNAREK STAYS UNDEFEATED, MARCO AROP WINS SLAM, MELISSA JEFFERSON STUNSWe're unpacking all the biggest moments from Day 2 of Grand Slam Track: Philadelphia at Franklin Field. Tune in as Chris Chavez, Eric Jenkins, Anderson Emerole, and Aisha Praught-Leer dive into the standout performances, surprises, and highlights from the day. Some of the weekend's highlights:— Melissa Jefferson threw down a dominant sprint double, clocking 21.99 in the 200m and a world-leading 10.73 in the 100m to capture another short sprints title in commanding fashion.— Marco Arop ran a lifetime best of 3:35.38 in the 1500m to finish fourth, which was just enough to edge out Josh Kerr in t...2025-06-0258 minOff The Rails With Eric And AishaGood Morning Track and Field – Live from Grand Slam Track: Philadelphia | Day 2 With Guests Luis Grijalva & Isaiah HarrisThe Good Morning Track and Field crew is BACK, they’re LIVE, and they’re going local.Hosts:🗣️ Follow Eric Jenkins: @_ericjenkins🗣️ Follow Aisha Praught-Leer: @aishapraughtleerGuests:🗣️ Follow Luis Grijalva: @luisgrijalva_🗣️ Follow Isaiah Harris: zay_8002025-06-011h 03
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowGRAND SLAM TRACK: PHILLY DAY 1 REACTION SHOW | MELISSA JEFFERSON UPSETS GABBY THOMAS, MARCO AROP GOES 1:43The Grand Slam Track series rolls into iconic Franklin Field and we’ve got all the biggest moments covered in this jam-packed episode. Join Eric Jenkins, Anderson Emerole, Paul Hof-Mahoney, and Aisha Praught-Leer as they break down all the drama, surprises, and standout performances from Day 1 of Grand Slam Track: Philadelphia.Some of today's highlights include:— Melissa Jefferson-Wooden stuns the field in the 200m, clocking her first sub-22 with a blazing 21.99 to edge Olympic champ Gabby Thomas (22.10).— Marco Arop dominates a stacked 800m, pulling away with authority to win in 1:43.38, a full second clear...2025-06-011h 05Off The Rails With Eric And AishaGood Morning Track and Field – Live from Grand Slam Track: Philadelphia | Day 1The Good Morning Track and Field crew is BACK, they’re LIVE, and they’re going local.🗣️ Follow Eric Jenkins: @_ericjenkins🗣️ Follow Aisha Praught-Leer: @aishapraughtleer2025-05-311h 06
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowGRAND SLAM TRACK: PHILLY PREVIEW | ATHLETES + STORYLINES TO WATCH (LIVE FROM PHILADELPHIA)The Grand Slam Track series heads to historic Franklin Field and we’re breaking it all down in this jam-packed episode of the CITIUS MAG Podcast. Join Chris Chavez, Eric Jenkins, Anderson Emerole and Aisha Praught-Leer as the crew previews the Philly Slam from every angle—diving into the matchups, storylines, and athletes you won’t want to miss.We highlight the key events and rivalries to watch, including:– Kenny Bednarek vs. Fred Kerley and the rest of a stacked men’s short sprints field– Gabby Thomas dropping back down to the 100m to battle Me...2025-05-301h 13Off The Rails With Eric And AishaGood Morning Track and Field – Live from Grand Slam Track: Miami | Day 3Testing...testing...Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer chat through their experience in Miami before Day 3 of Grand Slam Track: Miami.🗣️ Follow Eric Jenkins: @_ericjenkins🗣️ Follow Aisha Praught-Leer: @aishapraughtleer2025-05-0652 minOff The Rails With Eric And AishaGood Morning Track and Field – Live from Grand Slam Track: Miami | Day 2Testing...testing...Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer chat through their experience in Miami before Day 2 of Grand Slam Track: Miami.🗣️ Follow Eric Jenkins: @_ericjenkins🗣️ Follow Aisha Praught-Leer: @aishapraughtleer2025-05-0655 minOff The Rails With Eric And AishaGood Morning Track and Field – Live from Grand Slam Track: Miami | Day 1Testing...testing...Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught-Leer chat through their experience in Miami before Day 1 of Grand Slam Track: Miami.🗣️ Follow Eric Jenkins: @_ericjenkins🗣️ Follow Aisha Praught-Leer: @aishapraughtleer2025-05-0637 min
Ali on the Run ShowAisha Praught Leer, on Life After Professional Running "There’s a stigma about retiring from pro running, that it’s this huge thing and it’s so hard. And there are parts of it that are challenging. But I’m seriously so great. I’m loving life." Aisha Praught Leer is no stranger to the Ali on the Run Show. She returns today for her fifth appearance — but it's her first in this new phase of life. Last year, Aisha officially retired from professional running. The longtime Puma athlete, two-time Olympian, Commonwealth Games champion, and six-time Jamaican record holder is now embracing a career in corporate Ame...2025-04-151h 30
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowGRAND SLAM TRACK KINGSTON DAY 2 REACTION SHOW – GABBY THOMAS SHINES, BEDNAREK SWEEPS, WANYONYI STUNS 1500 FIELDChris Chavez, Aisha Praught-Leer, Eric Jenkins and Anderson Emerole unpack all the action from Day 2 of Grand Slam Track: Kingston.Kenny Bednarek — Mr. 2x Olympic Medal, now Mr. Slam Champion — swept the short sprints and made it look easy. 100m? Win. 200m? Win. $100k? Yes please. Not bad for a weekend in Jamaica.Gabby Thomas? She didn’t just win. She leveled up. A massive 400m PR (49.14!) — behind only a world-leading time from Salwa Eid Naser — locked down the Women’s Long Sprints crown. Two races. One trophy. Another six-figure payday.But it wasn’t just...2025-04-0632 min
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowGRAND SLAM TRACK: KINGSTON | DAY 1 REACTION SHOW – SYDNEY MCLAUGHLIN-LEVRONE DOMINATES, NIKKI HILTZ & GRANT FISHER SHINE, GABBY THOMAS MAKES HISTORYChris Chavez, Aisha Praught-Leer, Eric Jenkins and Anderson Emerole recap all the action from Day 1 of Grand Slam Track: Kingston Highlights include:– Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone captured the victory in the Women's Long Hurdles 400m Hurdles in 52.76 winning the race by nearly two seconds. –Alison dos Santos defeated Jamaican favorite Roshawn Clarke to win the Men’s Long Hurdles 400 Meter Hurdles in 47.61. –Nikki Hiltz set a new personal best and a world-leading time in the Women’s Short Distance 800 Meters in 1:58.23. They edged out Deribi Welteji by .06 seconds in what was a thrilling finish tha...2025-04-0533 min
Keeping TrackNavigating Athlete RetirementAisha Praught-Leer is an Olympian, the 2018 Commonwealth Games Steeplechase Champion, and has held Jamaican records from the 1500m to the 5000m....but some of her favorite moments in sport are from the parts you never got to see! Molly and Aisha also get into how she decided to structure her retirement, what she is doing now, the mental transition and it's challenges, what she'd like to see improve in the sport as a whole and what gives her hope. Thanks for Keeping Track!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-1039 min
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowTORCH TALK DAY 10: U.S.A DOMINATES THE 4X400M, FAITH KIPYEGON THREEPEATS, MASAI RUSSELL UPSETS FOR GOLD BY .01 SECONDS, JAKOB GETS REVENGE BUT IT'S GRANT FISHER VS. THE WORLDThe final day of track and field at the Paris Olympics was unforgettable! Jakob Ingebrigtsen bounced back with a gold medal in the 5000m, Faith Kipyegon claimed her third Olympic title in the 1500m, and Team USA delivered stellar performances in both the men’s and women’s 4x400m relays. In the ninth edition of Torch Talk, the team dives into the day’s top highlights...
– Jakob Ingebrigtsen came back from his 1500m defeat to win gold in the 5000m for the third year in a row. Ronald Kwemoi of Kenya won silver and Grant Fisher won bron...2024-08-112h 23
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowTORCH TALK DAY 9: RAI BENJAMIN IS AN OLYMPIC CHAMPION; TEAM USA 4X100M RELAY GLORY + DISMAY; A CRAZY FAST 10K CLOSE + MARILEIDY PAULINO GOES 48.17 FOR 400MDay 8 of track and field at the Paris Olympics featured a full slate of finals! Rai Benjamin clinched his long-awaited Olympic gold in the 400m hurdles, Sha’Carri Richardson anchored Team USA to victory in the 4x100m relay, and Nafi Thiam triumphed as a three-time defending Olympic champion, among other standout moments. In the eighth edition of Torch Talk, the team dives into all the highlights from the day...
– Rai Benjamin won his first global gold medal in the 400m hurdles, taking the Olympic title in 46.46. World record holder Karsten Warholm won silver and Alison Dos Sant...2024-08-102h 06
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowTORCH TALK DAY 7: SYDNEY MCLAUGHLIN-LEVRONE BREAKS WORLD RECORD TO DEFEND HER TITLE, GRANT HOLLOWAY & TARA DAVIS GET THEIR GOLDS + LETSILE TEBOGO BEATS NOAH LYLES (HEALTH UPDATE)The seventh of track and field action at the Paris Olympics was monumental in so many ways, and another stellar day for Team USA! Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone broke the world record en route to Olympic gold in the women's 400m hurdles and Tara Davis-Woodhall claimed gold in the long jump. In tonight's edition of Torch Talk, the team breaks down...
– Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won her second Olympic gold in the women's 400mH and broke the world record for the sixth time, running 50.37. She is the first woman to ever win back-to-back Olympic golds in this event. Anna Cockrell set a...2024-08-091h 13
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowTORCH TALK DAY 6: QUINCY HALL 400M OLYMPIC CHAMPION! 43.40! KENNETH ROOKS FULL SEND FOR STEEPLE SILVER! EPIC POLE VAULT COMP FOR NINA KENNEDY/KATIE MOON/ALYSHA NEWMAN | LIVE FROM PARISThe sixth day of track and field at the Olympics was another huge one for Team USA! Quincy Hall claimed the 400m gold medal while Kenneth Rooks shocked the world with a silver medal finish in the 3000m steeplechase. As the events roll on, it’s clear that the American athletes are making a big splash and setting the stage for an exciting finish to the Games. In tonight’s edition of the Torch Talk, the team breaks down…
– Quincy Hall won the Olympic gold in the 400m at Paris 2024 in 43.40, making him the 4th-fastest man ever. Brit Mat...2024-08-081h 41
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowTORCH TALK DAY 5: COLE HOCKER WINS 1500M OLYMPIC GOLD OVER JOSH KERR, JAKOB INGEBRIGTSEN; GABBY THOMAS DOMINATES THE 200M FINAL | LIVE FROM PARISDay five of track and field at the Paris Olympics may have been the most electric day yet! We saw an epic finish in the men’s 1500m with Cole Hocker taking the victory and Jakob Ingebrigtsen falling short of the podium. Meanwhile, Gabby Thomas won her first-ever Olympic title in the 200m. In tonight’s edition of Torch talk, we break down all of today’s excitement, including…
– Cole Hocker delivered an outstanding performance, winning gold with an Olympic record of 3:27.65. Josh Kerr took silver with 3:27.79, and Yared Nuguse won bronze with 3:27.80.
– Gabby Thomas clinched gold...2024-08-071h 38
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowTORCH TALK DAY 4: MONDO DUPLANTIS BREAKS HIS WORLD RECORD IN 6.25M; KEELY HODGKINSON FINALLY GETS HER GOLD; VAL ALLMAN DEFENDS HER TITLE + FAITH KIPYEGON DQ CONTROVERSY | LIVE FROM PARISDay four of track and field at the Paris Olympics delivered! From Mondo Duplantis resetting his own world record (yet again) to the chaos of Faith Kipygeon being disqualified and later reinstated as the women’s 5000m silver medallist, today was a memorable one. In tonight’s edition of Torch Talk, we dive into all of the highlights from another action-packed day…
– Mondo Duplantis broke the pole vault world record for the ninth time in his career en route to winning his second straight Olympic gold in the event. Sam Kendricks took silver after clearing 5.95m, and Emmanoui...2024-08-061h 16
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowTORCH TALK DAY 3: NOAH LYLES WINS GOLD! KISHANE THOMPSON SILVER 100 METER FINAL RECAP SHOW + JOSH KERR VS. JAKOB INGEBRIGTSEN SET FOR 1500M FINAL CLASH | LIVE FROM PARISToday’s excitement was off the charts! Day three’s events were a rollercoaster of thrills, but stealing the spotlight was the men’s 100m final – a race that had fans across the world on the edge of their seats from start to finish. In today’s edition of Torch Talk, we recap…
– Noah Lyles wins the first Olympic gold of his career by taking the 100m crown over Jamaica's Kishane Thompson. Both men ran 9.79 and the gold was decided by thousandths-of-a-second. American Fred Kerley came through for bronze in 9.81.
– World record holder Yaroslava Mahuchikh won her first Ol...2024-08-051h 43
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowTORCH TALK DAY 1: JOSHUA CHEPTEGEI FINALLY GETS HIS 10,000M GOLD, GRANT FISHER TAKES BRONZE! TEAM USA BREAKS THE MIXED 4X400M WORLD RECORD + FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF THE REPECHAGE ROUNDS | LIVE FROM PARISWe are FINALLY underway with track and field action at the Paris Olympics.
On this first episode of TORCH TALK (presented by Asics), Chris Chavez, Eric Jenkins, Mitch Dyer, Aisha Praught-Leer and Katelyn Hutchison unpack the first day of action including:
– Uganda's Joshua Cheptegei set a new Olympic record with a time of 26:43.14 to finally get his Olympic gold medal in the event. Ethiopia’s Berihu Aregawi closing hard to snag the silver medal by two-hundredths of a second. Grant Fisher holding on against some titans to run 26:43.46 and become just the 4th American man to m...2024-08-031h 27
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowKickin' It With Team Boss | Emma Coburn, Cory McGee, Dani Jones, Aisha Praught-Leer and coach Joe Bosshard (Ft. Guest Host Ali Feller of Ali On The Run)This is the audio version of this weekend’s interview with Team Boss during our After The Final Lap show with special guest host Ali Feller of The Ali on The Run Show.
We were joined by Cory McGee who paced the women’s mile at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix, Aisha Praught-Leer who ran an indoor mile personal best of 4:31 earlier in the day at BU, Emma Coburn ran an indoor mile PR of 4:28 and Dani Jones who ran a 4:26 indoor mile PR. We were also treated to a rare podcast appearance by coach Joe Boss...2023-02-0628 minKeeping TrackAisha Praught Leer - Getting Back On TrackWe talk to Aisha Praught leer off of her recent Jamaican Indoor record in the 5000m. We caught up with Aisha as she’s coming off of a long journey with major knee surgery that happened the week of the Tokyo Olympics- she speaks on how she faced uncertainty and starting from zero with her fitness. She talks about some other exciting things she’s a part of off the track too like fundraising for the Sachs Foundation in a super cool High School mile PR meet and about her work as an Athlete repr...2022-12-1635 min
Marni on the Move267. Aisha Praught Leer, Professional Runner, Talks Running, Injury Recovery & The Art of Relaxing| InsideTracker SeriesToday on the podcast, I sync up with Pro Runner, Aisha Praught Leer. She is a 2x Olympian and 7x Record Holder competing for Jamaica including winning the Commonwealth Games Gold Medal in 3000m Steeplechase and The Pan American Games Silver Medal in the 1500m race. We caught back in the Spring when she was just getting back to running after an injury and set back. Aisha and I chat about her weekly distance, where running began for her, what she loves about the sport, and her fave spots to run around the globe. We also sync up about the...2022-11-2343 min
Summer Of MilesEpisode 76 - Aisha Praught-LeerAisha Praught-Leer kicks off our 2022 Sir Walter Miler athlete series with a fun chat about the Commonwealth Games, the Tour de France, World Championships in Eugene, competing for Jamaica, and more!2022-07-2527 min
Ali on the Run ShowFriendship Fest with Emily Infeld & Aisha Praught Leer “When I met Aisha, I was like, ‘Oh, we’re gonna be friends forever.’” Emily Infeld and Aisha Praught Leer are professional runners and Olympians, and despite never sharing a coach, team, or hometown, they have the type of friendship that transcends all of that. On this episode, Aisha and Emily talk about how they met, share their first impressions of each other, and talk about how they bonded long-distance in the early days of their professional careers. We get some big life updates: Emily officially announces who she's being coached by since leaving th...2022-03-011h 15Ali on the Run ShowThe 2020 Virtual Live Show Holiday Party with Shalane Flanagan, Des Linden, & Aisha Praught Leer “Holiday songs are my passion.” —Aisha Praught Leer One year ago, we closed out 2020 on the Ali on the Run Show with a holiday party of sorts. It was virtual, with a 500-person Zoom audience, a Schitt's Creek-inspired soundtrack, and an all-star guest lineup: Shalane Flanagan, Des Linden, and Aisha Praught Leer. We sat in front of our Christmas trees (Shalane wore holiday pajamas!), and indulged in 90 minutes of warm, fuzzy feelings. It felt like what we all needed at the time. And now, more than 365 days later, it seems like we might need t...2021-12-231h 22
Get Ovary It#27 An Eye-Opening Interview with Aisha Praught-LeerIn this very special episode Mo and Kaitlyn interview an esteemed guest, Aisha Praught-Leer! Aisha is an Olympian and professional runner who specializes in the 1500m and formerly steeplechase. She proudly represents Jamaica, and in this episode she talks about her career, recent injury, and the difficulties that many face in the world of professional sports.
Get Ovary It is a monthly podcast that explores feminist, environmental, and travel topics. Join Sam, Kaitlyn, and Mo as they document and share their journey to learn more about issues that are important to them and the process of preparing...2021-11-1338 min
D3 Glory Days PodcastEpisode 55 - Will LeerThe man who gave D3 Glory Days life is back! Will Leer joins us for Episode 55 to fill us in on what he’s been up to and answers Listener questions! It was great to hear from Will on what his plans are as he winds down his competitive career. He reflects back on how D3 shaped his career, what he’s looking forward to working in the running industry, and how supporting his wife, Aisha Praught-Leer, during her Olympic cycle was a blast. Will offers advice to younger runners
Thank you to Under Armour All Out Mile...2021-09-1443 minAli on the Run ShowAsk Ali! “To me, it’s not heroic to have a miserable experience. It’s not heroic to further injure myself. It’s not heroic to set myself back, for what? A medal, an Instagram post, a couple hundred likes? Not worth it. I’d rather be the people’s champion by saying, ‘Hey, I made the tough call.’” Welcome to Ask Ali, a twice-a-month series where I answer all of your questions. This time around, we’ve got listener questions about Schitt's Creek friendships, adjusting to hilly running routes, DNFs, and so much more. Thanks to everyone who...2021-09-0343 min
I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein PodcastEpisode 331: Will Leer – Under Armour All Out MileWill Leer is currently sponsored by Under Armour. He has been a professional runner since 2007. He’s a 2-time Olympic Trials finalist from 2008 and 2012, a 2-time national champion, world indoor championship finalist, he has the America record in the 4x1500m and has a world silver medal from that event.
Will serves on the Board of Directors of USATF and also served as the Vice Chairperson on the Athletics Advisory Committee.
In this episode, we get to hear all about Will’s career, his relationship with his wife, Aisha Praught Leer, his work on the Boar...2021-08-2600 min
Beer Mile PodcastEp49 - Will Leer: Beers & BanterWe sit down with Will Leer in Crested Butte, Colorado for some beers and banter. Will is a professional runner for Under Armour and filled with hilarious and insightful stories. He went pro out of college as a D3 athlete and has run professionally for 15 years now for Nike, Brooks, and now UA. Topics include brewing beer, kombucha, running D3 and professionally, and countless stories about his favorite races, post-race parties, and sharing beers with fellow athletes.
Video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/c7g0dt6r-eg
Watch Chris and Will Leer square o...2021-08-261h 21Ali on the Run ShowAisha Praught Leer, Two-Time Olympian for Team Jamaica “I couldn’t hear. I couldn’t think. He was very matter of fact. He said, ‘You have a complete medial meniscus root tear. That means your meniscus tore off the bone. You need surgery — not today, but in the next couple days. Tokyo isn’t an option.’” Professional Puma-sponsored runner Aisha Praught Leer was living every athlete's dream this summer. She'd secured her spot on Jamaica's Olympic team, and was training in St. Moritz with her Team Boss teammates Emma Coburn and Cory McGee. She was feeling fit. Fast. Ready to race the 1500 in Toky...2021-08-251h 26
Beer Mile PodcastEp48 - Aisha Praught-Leer: Knee Surgery Recovery and Tokyo Olympics ReflectionWe sit down with Aisha Praught-Leer in Crested Butte about a week after her knee surgery to see how her recovery is going and hear about her experience at the Tokyo Olympics.
BEER MILE PODCAST LISTENERS UNITE!! Join our team "Beer Mile Nation" when you register for the UA All Out Mile. It is a global, virtual mile offering big prize money and is completely FREE to participate. The team that gets the most members to register earns $15,000 to donate to the youth sports charity of their choice, so please take 20 seconds to get registered, join team...2021-08-2419 min
Up and Running With Lauren + AbbyEPISODE 135: Sub-15 Train at Sound Running's Sunset TourOn this episode Lauren and Emma chat about Luis Grajalva signing with HOKA and representing Guatemala, Aisha Praught-Leer's injury, Centro's American Mile Record attempt and the results from the Deseret News. After the break they fan girl about the sub-15 crew from the women's 5000m and discuss Emily Infeld's interview on Ali on the Run + ESPN article.2021-07-2854 min
Clean Sport CollectiveEpisode #91: Cory McGee, New Olympian in the 1500mWe are excited to present this conversation with new Olympian Cory McGee! She earned a spot in Tokyo with a 2nd place finish in the 1500m at the Olympic Trials earlier this week, and in this episode, she joins us to tell us all about it. Cory has been running at a high level for a very long time. She was a US junior champion in 2011 then went on to become a 10-time All-American at the University of Florida. In the pro ranks, she's been working diligently toward this breakthrough moment for a really long time. In t...2021-06-2530 min
HurdleRUN WEEK: On Run Culture & Crews With Knox RobinsonWhen I laid out the content for this week, there was no doubt in my mind that I A. Wanted to talk about run culture and B. Would need to do that with Knox Robinson. For his second appearance on the show, I'm chatting with the runner and writer about how run crews came to be and what he took into account when co-founding Black Roses NYC. We also chat about how runners around the country can get more involved locally, the difference between run crews/collectives and training groups (hint: culture), and discuss that even in groups — it rea...2021-06-0447 minHurdleRUN WEEK: How to Start Running Today With Jess KingOnce a week, I get a message or email from a listener asking me "how do I start?" Today, I'm addressing this with Jess King of Peloton, an old friend of mine and a newer Tread instructor. We're chatting about everything from the importance of buying the right gear and finding community to the value of a run/walk approach (and more!).
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Tracksmith | Do some good (and look good, too). Head to Tracksmith.com/hurdle and use code "HUR...2021-06-0219 minHurdleRUN WEEK: Getting Through The Tough Runs With Aisha Praught-LeerWelcome to Run Week on Hurdle! In celebration of global running day on Wednesday, June 2, I’m bringing five back-to-back episodes dedicated to the sport that changed my life. For today’s episode, I’m chatting with Aisha Praught-Leer, she’s a professional middle-distance runner for Puma, a world finalist, and olympian, and seriously one of the kindest, most down to earth interviews. She’s been on the show before, but this time around we’re chatting about the bad runs. That’s right — the days where your head’s just not in the game. We cover how to navigate that icky...2021-06-0130 min
The Drive PhaseProducer's Corner: Issues and Opportunities for Women in Sport in the CaribbeanIn this episode, Rosheika is joined by Jamaican distance flag-bearer Aisha Praught-Leer OLY, Media and Communication Specialist Marsha Boyce, Sports Journalist, Karen Madden and Logistics Manager, Dr Carol Long to discuss Issues and Opportunities for Women in Sport in the Caribbean. They share the challenges that female athletes face from adolescence to professional athletes including wage disparity, visibility and sport administration. They also speak about:The cultural shift that is necessary to sustaining participation in sports for girls after adolescenceSafeguarding children in sport by creating structures and environment that are safe for children to t...2021-03-2256 minI'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein PodcastEpisode 306: Erin Longin – Global Director Run/Train Business Unit at Puma
Puma has so many exciting things happening and I wanted to hear all about it! Erin Longin leads strategy and product creation for Puma Running, Training and Studio products including Footwear and Apparel. She oversees Product Management, Design and Marketing teams for global business unit.
In this episode, we discuss the launch of Puma’s new running shoe line as well as their new training group starting in North Carolina and more! Erin also talks about some of the recent athletes that they signed including Molly Seidel, Aisha Praught Leer, and Sandi Morris.
What we talked about:
3:25- The re...2021-03-1200 minAli on the Run ShowDom Scott, Professional Middle-Distance Runner for adidas “It was incredibly scary to leave my home country, my family, and fly overseas to a place I knew nothing about. I knew no one there. I really didn’t know what I was getting myself into. I just knew I was following my dream and following my heart.” Dominique "Dom" Scott was born and raised in South Africa, but by the time she hit high school, she knew she wanted to move to the United States to pursue a collegiate runner career in the NCAA. And that's precisely what she did. Despite having...2020-12-231h 16Ali on the Run ShowDani Jones, New Balance Professional Middle-Distance Runner “We made the most out of a hard year. And what we did this year is going to pay off.” Earlier this year, four-time NCAA champion Dani Jones decided to forgo her remaining NCAA eligibility at the University of Colorado in the pursuit of going pro. She signed with an agent — Hawi Keflezighi — and joined Joe Bosshard and Emma Coburn’s training group, “Team Boss.” And today, Dani has an exciting announcement to share: She’s officially a fully sponsored professional runner, having just signed with New Balance. On this episode, Dani talks about what it’s...2020-12-2153 minAli on the Run ShowCory McGee“There’s an excitement to each of the races for sure, and it’s great to see your times and know you’ve run your fastest 800 or mile, and that’s huge. That always feels good… But I definitely don’t feel the same pride. It’s different.” Cory McGee is a professional runner for New Balance. She specializes in the 1500m distance, and lives in Boulder, CO, where she trains with “Team Boss,” under the coaching of Joe Bosshard and alongside powerhouse women including Emma Coburn, Aisha Praught Leer, and Laura Thweatt. Despite 2020 playing out in a way no one int...2020-10-011h 09
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running109. Aisha Praught Leer: Remember to have fun!Aisha Praught Leer is a mid distance runner and Olympian representing Team Boss as well as Jamaica, living in Boulder, Colorado.
In this episode, we talked about:
-“Success isn’t finite”
-the team model in running
-Team Boss
-what running means to her
-balance
-the importance of fun
-balancing competition and friendship
-what success means to her
-her Olympic experience
-margaritas
-what she’s most proud of
-intrinsic/extrinsic motivati...2020-09-2553 minHurdle127. Aisha Praught-Leer, Pro RunnerThere's something about this conversation with Aisha Praught-Leer that makes me feel all warm and fuzzy. Sure, she may be married and an Olympian, but it felt like we were just two women in our thirties rapping about life and our similar struggles. In episode 127, the steeplechase athlete-turned-middle-distance runner talks to me about hitting her stride in her sport within the last 5 years, and what it was like to pivot on the track. We also chat about her fueling strategy, navigating injury, the newfound appreciation she has for her body and fluctuations in-season versus off-season, and what life's like...2020-08-311h 21
Not by the PlaybookThe NBA returns with LeBron James looking 'in his prime'Australian ultra-marathon swimmer Chloe McCardel joins us after she swam the English Channel for the thirty second time this week. She’s aiming to break the men’s record for channel crossings, which currently stands at thirty four and received an exemption from the Australian government to travel to the UK amid the Covid-19 pandemic.Former Orlando Magic, Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers player DeAndre Liggins joins us to discuss the return of the NBA and his decision to join the London Lions. Liggins praises his friend LeBron James for speaking up on social issues and says play...2020-08-0149 minUp and Running With Lauren + AbbyEPISODE 72: Amplifying Black Runners + Navigating the Training and Racing Landscape of 2020In episode Lauren and Abby share the articles and accounts by Black runners that they read and learned from this week, run down the week of running news and discuss how they are personally navigating the uncertain landscape training and racing wise in 2020.
Things We Talked About:
- Racing to Stay Alive - Marielle Hall for Runner's World
- Speak Up, Speak Out: A Wish for U.S. Running From a Black Marathoner - Courtney Carter for Women's Running
- Black Female in America - Angel Piccirillo on the O...2020-06-0945 min
Clean Sport CollectiveEpisode #52: Aisha Praught Leer, Commonwealth Games Champion in the SteeplechaseIn this episode, we learn the fascinating back story of how Aisha Praught Leer became a Commonwealth Games champion in the steeplechase, while also evolving into an outspoken champion for #cleansport. Aisha grew up in Illinois where she competed in a variety of sports but developed an initial focus in competitive cheerleading. In a twist of fate, cheerleading politics led her to quit that sport and turn her attention to the track where she found her niche in the mile before later adding the steeplechase while in college at Illinois State University. At Illinois State, she finished 2n...2020-06-071h 18
Clean Sport CollectiveEpisode #52: Aisha Praught Leer, Commonwealth Games Champion in the SteeplechaseIn this episode, we learn the fascinating back story of how Aisha Praught Leer became a Commonwealth Games champion in the steeplechase, while also evolving into an outspoken champion for #cleansport. Aisha grew up in Illinois where she competed in a variety of sports but developed an initial focus in competitive cheerleading. In a twist of fate, cheerleading politics led her to quit that sport and turn her attention to the track where she found her niche in the mile before later adding the steeplechase while in college at Illinois State University. At Illinois State, she finished 2n...2020-06-071h 18I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein PodcastEpisode 252: Aisha Praught LeerAisha Praught Leer joins me on the show today! She represents team Jamaica and trains out in Boulder with Joe Bosshard’s group. In this episode we get to hear about why Aisha chose to run for Jamaica and what it looked like when she met her birth Father who for the first time and how that played into her decision to represent Jamaica.
Aisha and her husband William Leer are both sponsored by Under Armour and I was really intrigued by what that relationship looks like as it’s a brand we don’t see a ton of...2020-05-2900 min
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field ShowDani Jones On Turning Pro After One Of The Most Accomplished NCAA Careers at Colorado“I honestly never expected entering CU to leave the way I did. I know that Colorado gave me everything I needed to succeed. Mark and Heather gave me every opportunity and every chance in the world to be great. Because of that, I’ll always root for them and I’ll always root for the Buffs. I’m really just grateful for the experience I had and I know there will be more athletes like me.”
Dani Jones joins the CITIUS MAG Podcast after announcing that she has decided to forego her remaining NCAA eligibility to turn profession...2020-05-081h 10Up and Running With Lauren + AbbyEPISODE 59: Quarantine Backyard Ultra, UW Seniors To Miss Out On Additional Eligibility + Olympic Qualification Period SuspendedThings We Talked About In This Episode:
- Mike Wardian Wins the Quarantine Backyard Ultra
- World Athletics At-Home Workouts
- University of Wisconsin Senior Athletes will not be allowed to return for an additional year of eligibility
- Dates secured for the 2021 (now 2022) World Championships in Eugene
- Olympic Qualification Period Suspended Until 1 December 2020
- Aisha Praught Leer's Response to World Athletics Suspending the Olympic Qualification Period until 12/1/2020
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The Hand Off: The AM Shakeout Episode 106 with Bria Wetsch (check it out h...2020-04-1400 minAli on the Run ShowCatching Up with Emma Coburn"There’s nothing I can do, so I might as well not wallow about it, and I might as well just find something else to make me happy for the moment." Emma Coburn is a two-time Olympian, eight-time U.S. steeplechase champion, world champion, and world silver medalist. On this episode, Emma — who runs for New Balance and is Vice President of the Athletics Association — talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected her training and her livelihood. She's honest about the financial hit professional athletes will take during this time, and shares her take on the...2020-04-0249 min
The Athlete's VoiceCoronaChat with Aisha Praught-Leer Jamaican Olympian and Commonwealth Champion Aisha Praught-Leer talks to me about the impact COVID-19 has had on her year and career!2020-03-2800 minAli on the Run ShowLove on the Run Week with Des & Ryan Linden“It’s competitive…in a healthy way!” It's Love on the Run Week on the Ali on the Run Show! First we heard from Aisha Praught and Will Leer, and today it's the Linden's turn. On this episode, we hear from 2018 Boston Marathon champion Desiree Linden and her Ironman and entrepreneur husband, Ryan. Thank you to Generation UCAN for sponsoring this episode of Ali on the Run Show! Click here and use code ONTHERUN for 20 percent off your order, plus free shipping. (First-time buyers, check out the UCAN Run Starter Pack here, and get...2020-02-1153 minAli on the Run ShowLove on the Run Week with Aisha Praught & Will Leer"When talking about running, it’s where we have to be the most delicate with each other." We're celebrating love all week long on the Ali on the Run Show: Welcome to Love on the Run Week! Today, we're kicking things off with professional middle-distance runners Aisha Praught and Will Leer, who live and train in Boulder, CO. Thank you to Generation UCAN for sponsoring this episode of Ali on the Run Show! Click here and use code ONTHERUN for 20 percent off your order, plus free shipping. (First-time buyers, check out the UC...2020-02-101h 01Ali on the Run ShowAisha Praught Leer"Most people would describe me as kind and warm. But I have this other part of my personality: I am insatiably competitive." Aisha Praught Leer is a professional middle-distance runner for Under Armour, a national record holder in the 5000 meters, a 2016 Olympian (she competed in the 3000-meter steeplechase), and a gold medal winner at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. On this episode, Aisha talks about her progression as a professional athlete, her decision to race for and represent Jamaica (she's a Jamaican-American dual citizen), and her dedication for giving back and helping inspire the next generation of runners. She...2020-01-011h 15
The Nick Symmonds ShowAisha Praught-Leer, Olympian - Finding Success Within The Unknown - 043"There was so much good happening there, but I felt like I needed a change. "
Looking For Change
Aisha Praught-Leer is a Middle Distance Runner and Olympian. After competing for OTCE for several years Aisha felt like she needed change. As she leaned into the unknown without a sponsor or knowing where she was going to move Aisha had one conversation that she knew would forever change her life. After the move to Boulder, Colorado she signed with Under Armour where she has achieved much success.
In this episode, Nick and Camala talk with Aisha about han...2019-06-0432 min
Olympic Channel Audio BulletinOlympic Channel News update, 11th April 2018Jamaica's Aisha Praught springs a surprise at the Commonwealth Games, breaststroke king Adam Peaty talks about bouncing back from his first defeat for four years, and two Olympic champions call it a day.2018-04-1101 minAli on the Run ShowEmma Coburn“The narrative that I couldn’t do things never entered my life.” Emma Coburn is a professional middle-distance runner for New Balance. She’s a world champion in the steeplechase, and competed at both the 2012 and 2016 Olympic games. On this episode, the Crested Butte, CO, native (and newlywed!) talks about being coached by her husband, Joe Bosshard, explains the unintentional way she got into the steeplechase, and talks about what it was like breaking her own American record in the 3000-meter steeplechase in London in 2017. Plus, she opens up about body image, posing nude for the ESPN Bodies I...2018-02-1558 min