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All Things EnduranceEpisode 37: Employee to Entrepreneur - Transitioning to a Life of Self-Employment’ with Guest Jonathan LevittIn this episode of ‘All Things Endurance,’ host Rick Prince chats with podcast host, Jonathan Levitt. Jonathan is the founder of Long Run Labs, and ‘For the Long Run’ PodcastJonathan discusses his experience as it relates to leaving his full-time job and making the transition to being self-employed. More specifically, Jonathan discusses how he came to the decision to make this transition, as well as his advice to coaches looking to make a similar move.Below are the areas that Rick and Jonathan chat about: Please tell the listeners a little bit more about you...
2025-08-1537 min
Long Run LabsFrom Tracksmith to Salomon: Navigating a Career in Marketing with Drew HartmanAre you passionate about your work or just going through the motions?Sports have always been a throughline for Drew Hartman, and running graduated from "the way to stay in shape for soccer" to a primary athletic focus, social community driver, and creative outlet. Drew made the leap of combining that passion and profession when he started as an early employee Tracksmith where he refined his perceptions around brand, content, community, events, and experience. In May of 2024, he transitioned to his current role to support Salomon's Sports and Community Marketing in North America.
2025-07-291h 18Long Run LabsLive Cushy™ Founders on Building a Community-First Brand via Better for You Skincare for AthletesWant to support a brand? Then request that your local retailer carry their product!As athletes and adventurers, Adam Saks and Ben Parens know the importance of simplicity and high performance in their daily routines. After countless miles and too many products that fell short, they grew frustrated with the lack of effective, clean solutions for chafing. They believe self-care should empower, not compromise. That’s why Live Cushy™ was created: a brand focused on elevating the athlete’s experience with all-natural, non-toxic ingredients that actually work.Jon chats with A...
2025-07-221h 05Long Run LabsUTMB Founders on Keeping Integrity in Your Race with Michel and Catherine PolettiWe're talking growth of trail running with the Polettis, the founders of UTMB!Jon sits down with Michel and Catherine Poletti, the founders of the UTMB race series. They share their journey of starting and growing UTMB, along with essential business insights for organizing races. You won’t want to miss the philosophy that has been the foundation of their success.Jon chats with Michel and Catherine about:Early Challenges and Growth of UTMBExpansion and SustainabilityThe Global Trail Running Boom...
2025-07-151h 04Long Run LabsBeing a Purpose-Driven Company Through Storytelling with Yuri Hauswald of GU Energy LabsDoes reaching a broader audience help or hurt your business?In 2013 Yuri discovered Unbound Gravel (formerly DK 200), arguably the most difficult gravel grinder in the country, and was bitten by the gravel bug. He won the 2015 edition, the hardest one in the event’s 10 year history, in an epic two up sprint. He was inducted into the Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame in 2023 and continues to travel the world seeking the path less traveled. When he’s not racing for Giant Bicycles or working his day job as Elite Athlete Manager for GU Energy Labs...
2025-07-0853 minLong Run LabsBecome a Disruptor: 3 Entrepreneurship Strategies to Focus on with Cadence Founder, Ross MackayAre you saying “yes” too much?Ross Mackay is the founder of Cadence, a performance supplement brand focused on endurance athletes. Jon chats with Ross about:•Running and Athletic Journey - From marathons to HYROX competitions, and the lessons learned along the way.•Entrepreneurial Origins - Early ventures that led to the creation of Cadence.•Building Cadence - Challenges, strategies, hiring, and securing investment.•Brand and Community - Strategic collaborations, partnerships, and authentic engagement.•Life Balance and Focus - Man...
2025-07-0141 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningYoung, Fit, and Ready for the Pain Cave at Western States 100: Hans Troyer’s JourneyWhen 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.Listen to hear about:Discovering the trail scene and becoming a pro runnerThe draw of the pain cave and sufferingPreparation for Western States 100Hans’ fueling and nutrition strategies on and off the courseThe brands...
2025-06-2742 minLong Run LabsFinding Running Success Through Authenticity with Olympian, Kara GoucherAre you doing what it takes to stay relevant in the running industry?Kara Goucher is an Olympian and broadcaster whose career has featured elite competitions, endorsements, and broadcasting. Her story will inspire you to excel in both the performance and business aspects of running.Jon chats with Kara about:her running journey from childhood to the Olympicsadapting and setting new goals in runningthe business side of running: endorsements and dealscreating content and staying relevant in the running...
2025-06-2457 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningTraining, Fueling, and Preparing for Western States with Adam PetermanGet 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.Listen to hear about:Adam’s love-hate relationship with the Mags run in BoulderThe decision to pursue a career as a pro trail runnerAdam’s approach to racing and embracing the unknownA sacral stress fracture and how Nordic skiing may have contributed to itPreparing for a return to Western StatesAn inside look at fueling for ra...
2025-06-2158 minLong Run LabsThe Current State of Trail Media with Dylan Bowman of FreetrailDylan Bowman is a seasoned trail runner and entrepreneur based in San Rafael, California.Jon chatted with Dylan about:•going from amateur to professional athlete•how to build relationships in the running industry•the birth of his company, Freetrail•the challenges and future of Freetrail•the birth of Second Nature•the secret project•TrailConStay connected:Follow Dylan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/Follow Dylan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/i...
2025-06-171h 02Long Run LabsBringing More People to the Trails with David Callahan, Co-CEO of UltraSignupDavid Callahan is the Co-CEO of UltraSignup, the industry-leading marketplace for races in the trail and ultra-running community.Jon chatted with David about:• his athletic background and introduction to trail running•his transition from law to acquiring and running UltraSignup•the importance of trail infrastructure in local communities•the vision for UltraSignup's future•the strategic decisions behind building vs. buying a company•the effects of VC money in the running Industry•the role of angel investors•LifeTime's influence on the fitness i...
2025-06-171h 05Long Run LabsMarketing Your Outdoor Brand with Industry Expert, Allison LynchAllison Lynch is a marketing expert who has worked for companies like WHOOP, COROS, and Remedy Place.Jon chatted with Allison about:•working in a running store to becoming a marketing specialist•getting hired at WHOOP and the transition to COROS•navigating athlete sponsorships in 2025•tips for athletes on social media and sponsorship•the DNA of a successful partnership•lessons from The Speed Project•brand marketing vs. performance marketing•challenges in athlete sponsorship and brand marketing•the importance of...
2025-06-1758 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningRunning By Feel Over Data: Riley Brady’s Journey to Western States, Nike, and BeyondWe’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.Jon chatted with them about:The process of earning a golden ticket to Western StatesHow Riley’s low salt loss rate influences fueling choices“Collective effervescence” in a 100 milerManaging nausea and staying focused in ultrasAiming for a sub 2:36 at CIMBalancing personal...
2025-06-1345 minLong Run LabsWelcome to Long Run Labs!The outdoor industry runs on big ideas, relentless energy, and people who don’t quit easily. Sound familiar?Welcome to Long Run Labs, a new weekly podcast from the team behind For The Long Run, hosted by Jon Levitt.This show is all about the builders—the founders, employees, and changemakers shaping the outdoor and endurance space. They’re creating brands, tools, and movements, often while also chasing their next PR. And now, their stories are finally getting the mic time they deserve.Every Tuesday, we’ll bring you thoughtful conversations at the intersec...
2025-06-1302 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningColleen Quigley is Building a New Kind of Olympic Development TeamAthletes 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 cal...
2025-06-051h 11
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow to Enjoy the Whole Process of Long Distance Running with Makena MorleyThere 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.Listen to hear about:Struggles and challenges of transitioning to competitive runningExperimenting with trail and road running to train for marathonsWorking through the mental challenges of getting back to running after injuryC...
2025-05-3048 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningQ+A with Caitlyn Miller: Run Recovery, Business, and Race Day Prep (Live Recording at Fleet Feet in Boulder)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.Listen to hear about:Caitlyn’s transition from softball to to runningHow she balances running with businessThe training and recovery tech...
2025-05-2830 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningDefying the Odds, One Marathon at a Time with Annie KalterWhat 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 distanceBuilding a 15-year Boston streak and wh...
2025-05-2348 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningMake Time for Triathlons and Ultramarathons Even with a Packed Life: Pro Runner Allison BacaHoping 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.Listen to hear about:Getting into endurance sports with triathlons and transitioning to trail runningChallenges of balancing training, work, and family lifeAlignment of values with Allison’s sponsor, HOKAImportance of picking races responsibly in order to not over-racePositive influence of...
2025-05-1654 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningA Shame-Free Look at Eating Disorders, Recovery, and Mental Health in RunnersTrigger 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.Listen to hear about:Kate’s personal story of an eating disorder and then rediscovering her love for runningGetting back into training with les...
2025-05-0943 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningBlending Faith and Fitness after Sudden Cardiac Arrest with Dom FuscoThis 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.Listen to hear about:How Dom’s faith influences his running and fitnessDom’s experience with...
2025-05-0249 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningDesigning the World’s First and Smartest Running Shoe: Avelo’s Founder Royi MetserRoyi 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....
2025-04-2554 minI'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein PodcastEpisode 606: Behind the Mic Jonathan Levitt of For the Long Run PodcastWelcome back to this special Behind the Mic series on I’ll Have Another with Lindsey Hein, where I’m interviewing fellow podcasters and running media voices that I love listening to. Today’s guest is Jonathan Levitt, host of the For the Long Run podcast.
If you’re already a listener of his show, you know it’s all about exploring the why—what keeps athletes going and how they keep growing, both in sport and in life. Jonathan’s had on some of the best in the sport, and his podcast dives into the connection between runnin...
2025-04-221h 00
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow to Build Your Confidence and Self-Compassion for Running with Certified Mental Performance Consultant Neal PallesWant 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.Listen to hear about:Jon’s performance and mentality at the Black Canyon 50kThe difference between confidence and self-compassionWhy failure should be normalized si...
2025-04-181h 02
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningThe Realities of Balancing Parenthood, Entrepreneurship, and Running with Jenny JurekFamily life in an athletic family can be a balancing act.Jenny Jurek is an avid runner and adventure seeker sharing her passion of the outdoors with her two young children and husband, Scott Jurek.After twenty years designing sustainable outdoor apparel, she recently launched her own business, “Always Up”, which offers performance products that empower parents to stay active during pregnancy and beyond.Listen to hear about:Camaraderie and community of running ultramarathonsNavigating athletic objectives while bein...
2025-04-1157 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow Caitlyn Miller Went from Math Teacher to Runner and Owner of Expntl AthleticsWhat does it take to build a passion-based activewear line?Caitlyn Miller is a 26 year old business owner and marathon runner. Caitlyn’s business, Expntl Athletics, specializes in activewear for distance runners. Listen to hear about:How social media helped Caitlyn connect to audiences and build a brandNavigating the mental and physical aspects of a sacrum injuryDistinguishing between good and bad pain and learning to trust your body againThe vision and inspiration of Expntl AthleticsBringing authenticity and passion to entrepreneurship Stay conn...
2025-04-041h 03
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningLessons from Pro Golfer Scott Stallings on Training for the Boston MarathonGolfing might help your running more than you’d think.Scott Stallings is a 3x PGA Tour winner who earned the reputation as "The Fittest on Tour" due to his fitness-first lifestyle.In April, Scott will be participating in the 2025 Boston Marathon - his first-ever Marathon - while raising funds for and supporting Golf Fights Cancer, a non-profit organization that raises funds for cancer-related organizations and families living with the disease.Listen to hear about:Balancing a pr...
2025-03-2853 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow an Elite Runner Manages Imposter Syndrome and Finds Joy in Training with Adam VadeboncoeurElite athletes deal with many of the same challenges that recreational runners do.Adam Vadeboncoeur’s been running for over 20 years but is now finding his stride in his mid 30’s. Over the past few years, he’s gained his first Team USA spot for 50km World Championships, a 100k road national title, and a sub 2:18 marathon.Listen to hear about:Imposter syndrome and mental gameHow volunteer firefighting fits into Adam’s trainingProduct sponsorships to pro contract discussionsThe running community in BoulderStay c...
2025-03-2154 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningThis Marathon’s Not Just a Race, But a Premier Experience: The Marathon Project with Ben RosarioThe Marathon Project is back and bigger than ever.Ben Rosario spent two years as a member of the Hansons Brooks Distance Project, was the special events director for the GO! Saint Louis Marathon, founded the Northern Arizona Elite professional team, and co-founded a specialty running store--Big River Running Company.Now, Ben’s the CEO of The Marathon Project, an annual event in Chandler, Arizona that features an amateur and a professional marathon in one weekend.Listen to hear about:What does success me...
2025-03-1458 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningCutting through the Noise in Sports Nutrition with Your Diet Sucks Hosts Kylee Van Horn and Zoë RomIn a world of diet culture, nutrition for running can feel complex and exhausting– but it shouldn’t be.Zoë Rom is a writer and journalist based in Carbondale, CO. Kylee Van Horn is the founder of sports nutrition business Flynutrition, which helps runners, triathletes, cyclists, and skiers to learn not only the ‘why’ but the ‘how’ behind fueling for performance. Together, Zoë and Kylee host the podcast Your Diet Sucks.Listen to hear about:How Zoë and Kylee found themselves in the running and nut...
2025-03-0753 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningA More Affordable Way to Fuel Your Running and Endurance AdventuresFueling your sports can be a lot simpler than you may think.Aaron Gouw and Gabe Multer co-founded Carbs Fuel, an emerging brand in the endurance sports nutrition space.Carbs Fuel believes that fueling shouldn’t be reserved to the affluent minority. Their flagship product is their Original 50g Energy Gel.Listen to hear about: How Aaron’s and Gabe’s passion for running and cycling drove them to examine sports nutrition The recent evolution of fueling towards high carb intake...
2025-02-281h 04
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningSet More Meaningful Goals for Yourself, Your Community, and the Planet with Coach Tucker GroseThis chat with a coach will have you reworking your running goals to be even more impactful.Tucker Grose is an endurance athlete and coach who enjoys competing over a variety of distances and surfaces.In 2024 alone, he completed events from 800m on the track to 100k on the trails.Tucker’s helped over 100 athletes incorporate running into their lives in a sustainable and health focused way.Listen to hear about: Managing your own running while also coaching others Using curiosity as a driver toward goals ...
2025-02-2150 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningThe Cost of Not Fueling Properly as an Endurance Athlete with Sports Dietitian Claire ShorensteinRunners tend to overcomplicate nutrition, so let’s talk about both mindset and science.Claire Shorenstein (MS, RD, CSSD) is a board-certified Sports Dietitian working with teenage and adult athletes from the recreational to elite level. Her virtual private practice, Eat for Endurance, helps busy, active people learn how to fuel themselves for health and performance while navigating the challenges of everyday life.Claire’s a longtime distance runner herself and hosts The Eat for Endurance Podcast.Listen to hear about:Claire’s mental shifts from overachieving to process-orientedDi...
2025-02-1457 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow a Former Pro Runner Balances Passions to Be a Pro Dad with Adam MerryWant a realistic look at how parents can spend meaningful time with their kids while also working toward running goals?
Adam Merry is a professional dad and former pro runner living in Belfast, Maine. He loves the process of self-discovery and improvement through training and race trail and ultra marathons.
Listen to hear about:
Finding a sustainable balance between family life, work, and running
Stepping away from Instagram and Strava to avoid comparison
Finding other outlets and communities to stay connected
Consistency in training for the Black Canyon 50k...
2025-02-0758 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningA Real Look Behind the Scenes of Producing this Podcast with Emily HollandFor The Long Run’s podcast consultant is here to pull back the veil on everything from production to brand partnerships!
Emily Holland is the co-founder of Wild Poppy Creative Consulting, working with creators and small business owners to maximize their impact on the world. She’s worked with Jon for 3 years now and she joins the pod to break down everything For The Long Run in a real way.
She's a trail runner, rock climber, beginner skier, and overall outdoor enthusiast based in Boulder with her partner and weird...
2025-01-311h 19
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningThe Social Side of Running: How Community Events Fill a Need for Human Connection with Brunch Running’s Alexandra WeissnerEver thought about starting a run club or event of your own? Listen up!
Alexandra Weissner is the co-founder of Brunch Running, a community-focused run club and event series based in Denver.
With years of experience producing events like The bRUNch Run and the Steamboat Marathon, Alexandra has built a vibrant community that celebrates running, connection, and post-run brunches.
Want to run the Steamboat Marathon? Use code FTLR15 for 15% off your race entry of any distance!
Listen to hear...
2025-01-2443 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow to Turn a Setback into Two Steps Forward with Pro Runner Fiona O’KeeffeHow do you stay motivated after a big setback or injury?
Fiona O'Keeffe is a professional runner with the PUMA Elite team based in North Carolina. After graduating from Stanford in 2020, she made the move to the East Coast and found success on the roads under the guidance of Alistair and Amy Cragg.
Listen to hear about:
- Balancing competition and community
- Process goals and setbacks as opportunities for growth
- PUMA’s support and how they value their at...
2025-01-1736 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningTips for Downhill Running, Process Goals, and Long-Term Running Planning with Coach Ian SharmanGet tips from a coach who’s run over 250 marathons and ultras on 5 continents!
Ian Sharman is the founder of Sharman Ultra Coaching, a team of elite coaches. He got a marathon PR of 2:21 at age 43, and a half marathon PR of 1:03 at age 44. He's won over 50 marathon+ races with at least one win every year for 19 (and counting) consecutive years.
Ian also holds the fastest time in a trail 100-mile race by a Brit (12h44m), the record for the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning (69h49m), has won th...
2025-01-1057 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningWhat It Takes to Win Your Country’s First Olympic Medal with Julien AlfredThis sprinter came from humble beginnings and is now one of the fastest people on Earth.
Julien Alfred is a Saint Lucian sprinter and PUMA athlete who won the gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics 100-meter event, setting a new national record of 10.72s in the final.
Her medal was the first-ever Olympic medal for Saint Lucia, and then won a silver in the 200 meters.
Listen to hear about:
Julien’s start to running as a child
How a professional spr...
2025-01-0338 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningThe Stories Shaping Running Culture with Like The Wind Magazine’s Simon FreemanPrint media is still alive, and it’s shaping running culture, too.
Simon Freeman is a runner and co-founder of Like the Wind magazine, an indie running publication telling stories that inspire, motivate and move runners.
He and his wife Julie also co-founded Freestak, an influencer platform for endurance sports brands which they sold in 2023.
Simon lives in Switzerland, enjoying the mountain life and building the Like the Wind media business.
Listen to hear about:
How Simon wove his...
2024-12-2756 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningThis Athlete’s on a Mission to Simplify Endurance Nutrition: Laura Jorgensen of Fuel GoodsLaura Jorgensen took a "short" break from her finance job that turned into a seven-year pro cycling career, earning over 50 podiums and a spot on the U.S. National Team.
Along the way, she and her teammate-turned-cofounder Courteney Lowe built The RunnerBox and The RiderBox into top-ranked subscription boxes.
In 2024, tired of the sports nutrition industry’s tendency to be overwhelming, uninviting, and, well, stale, Laura and Courteney launched Fuel Goods—an e-commerce marketplace making sports nutrition simple, accessible, and fun.
Listen to hear abou...
2024-12-2054 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow to Run For Joy and Not Ego with Writer Raz Rauf of Running SucksRaz says that running sucks, but we should do it anyway.
Raziq Rauf is an NCTJ-trained journalist (writer) and USATF-certified running coach (runner).
Raz interviews interesting people from the running world, and writes about their impact on running culture and the people around them in his weekly newsletter, Running Sucks.
Listen to hear about:
Solo running and how it mirrors Raz’s solo writing life
The benefits of run clubs and how to get it right
Why Raz lied to his friends about tra...
2024-12-1348 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningFailure Is Not Forever: Marion Jones' Pivot from Scandal to Finding PurposeThe media often only shows one side of a story where the “fastest woman on the planet” has to return her Olympic medals.
Marion Jones competed in track and field and became a household name in the early 2000’s, working with major brands and competing in 5 events at the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics.
In 2007, Marion confessed that she had lied about taking performance enhancing drugs and was sentenced to six months in jail after a scandal involving over 20 professional athletes.
Marion used her resolve to make a...
2024-12-061h 01
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow to Improve Your Running Economy and Set Effective Goals with Applied Sport Scientist Jonah RosnerYou could get an edge on your next running goals by learning a bit about running physiology.
Jonah Rosner is an applied sport scientist and strength and running coach living in Brooklyn, NY.
Jonah spent the past 7 years working with athletes and teams from all major American Professional Team sports, and at 25 was one of the youngest sport scientists in NFL history.
He currently collaborates with Nike to run the Nike Running Performance Lab NYC.
Listen to hear about:
Jo...
2024-11-2952 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningEric Hinman on How to Design Perfect Days and Why Consistency Over Time Can Change Your LifeFeeling stuck and hoping to have more perfect days in 2025? This one’s for you.
Eric Hinman is a hybrid athlete, 5x Ironman, serial entrepreneur, and brand builder based in Denver.
Eric believes in the long-term vision of the brands he partners with. His portfolio of angel investments in the wellness space includes companies such as Ten Thousand, HVMN, Beam, Slate, Ice Barrel, The Real Cereal Co, Kane Footwear, MASA Chips and more.
Listen to hear about:
How Eric went fr...
2024-11-2259 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningRunning Food That’s MadeGood: How People and Passion Blend to Create On-the-Go Fuel with Salma FotovatWhat if your favorite running snack could also positively change the world?
Salma Fotovat is a co-founder of Riverside Natural Foods, home to one of our favorite snack brands, MadeGood.
Salma is passionate about where food comes from and leads the sourcing and impact initiatives at Riverside.
Running has brought connection, perspective, and gratitude to her life and she strives to inspire others to stay active and prioritize their mental and physical health.
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2024-11-1549 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow to Set Your Next Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal with Team RWB’s Mike “Sully” SullivanWhat’s the big, scary goal that you’re going to choose for 2025?
Mike "Sully" Sullivan is a retired Special Forces Colonel with 30 years of service in the U.S. Army, including six combat tours in Afghanistan and leadership roles in elite Special Operations units.
Sully is the current Chief of Staff of the veteran support group Team Red, White & Blue, the founding member of Team RWB Fayetteville, a career high school math teacher, and father of three children.
Listen to hear...
2024-11-0853 min
Everyday UltraHow to Break Through Limits in Running with Jonathan LevittSometimes, we have a belief of what our limits are in running. But can we go further? And what does it take to really take it to the next level?
Today, we’re joined by Jonathan Levitt, a prominent figure in the running community and host of The For the Long Run podcast. And in this episode, he shares how he was able to have massive breakthroughs in his running career.
Jon shares the importance of understanding the 'why' behind running, the role of community, and how personal contributions can enhance the running experience.
And...
2024-11-021h 13
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningDakotah Lindwurm on her Olympic Race, Training for the NYC Marathon, and Injury PreventionDakotah 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...
2024-11-0150 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningBoulderthon Expo Panel: How Pro Runners Face the Challenges and Welcome the Joys of RunningHear 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 pa...
2024-10-2547 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningThe Limiting Factor is Your Own Mind: Jeremy Miller’s Journey in Running, Content Creation, and EntrepreneurshipAre 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.
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2024-10-1851 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow Olympic Medalist Molly Seidel Navigates Injury and Mental Health StrugglesOlympic Marathoner Molly Seidel calls herself a “running nerd to the core,” but that doesn’t mean it’s all fun and games.
Molly is an Olympic bronze medalist in the marathon who lives in Flagstaff, AZ.
Listen to hear about:
How injuries an (including emergency appendectomy) affect her mental health
Learning how to define herself beyond just running
The problem with short term gains over long term sustainability
Molly’s love of friendly competition and racing other women
The growing pains of running becoming more mainstream
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2024-10-111h 03
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningHow Jason Bahamundi Overcame Burnout and Disordered Eating to Build a Media Platform for Everyday AthletesIs building a media company a bigger test of endurance than a 250 mile race?
Jason Bahamundi is an 8x Ironman and 8x 100 Mile finisher, plus a finisher of the inaugural Cocodona 250.
But he thinks his biggest endurance feat so far is founding his sports publication, Run•Tri•Bike.
Jason believes that there is a spot at the starting line for everybody and every body, despite the obstacles they may encounter along the way.
Listen to hear about:
The evol...
2024-10-0453 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningWhy Teen Ultrarunner Sebastian Salsbury Wants to Break Records and Inspire Youth to RunAt just 9 years old, Sebastian Salsbury ran his first ultramarathon race.
He knew even then that he had to become one of the best in the sport someday.
Now, Sebastian is an 18-year-old professional trail runner in Santa Barbara, CA who’s found a second family in the trail running community.
He believes that anyone at any age can start running.
Listen to this episode to hear about:
What it was like to be raised in the mountain ul...
2024-09-2746 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningWhy Athletes Should Get Vulnerable, Seek Discomfort, and Find Boredom with Dr. Lara PenceWhat sounds more challenging: Running a hard 10k, or sitting still for three days without exercise?
Dr. Lara Pence is a licensed clinical psychologist working with elite and professional athletes.
She helps them not only improve their performance in sport but also connect more deeply with the entire life experience.
Lara’s also the founder of The Coaches Collective, a program for ambitious sport coaches looking to increase their skills in human behavior and psychology.
Listen to this episode to...
2024-09-201h 08
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningLeadville 100: How Zoë Rom's Self-Compassion and Identity Shifts Led to a Running BreakthroughHow does a runner go from self-described bench warmer to podium finisher at one of the most renowned 100 milers in the world?
Zoë Rom is a writer and journalist based in Carbondale, CO.
She’s the host and producer of The Trailhead Podcast and Your Diet Sucks, and author of the book “Becoming a Sustainable Runner.”
And she was the second female finisher at the 2024 Leadville Trail 100 Run!
Listen to this episode to hear about:
A race day recap o...
2024-09-131h 03
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningLeadville 100: How Mary Denholm Trained, Fueled, and Lived to Win the 2024 RaceWhat does it take to win the Leadville Trail 100 Run during your first-ever year of competing on trail?
Mary Denholm cracked the code after racing almost exclusively on roads from 2015-2024.
During that time, she took her road marathon personal record from 3:39 to 2:36 and qualified twice for the Olympic Marathon Trials.
Mary decided to shift to ultrarunning in early 2024, and on August 17th, she won Leadville’s legendary 100 mile race.
Listen to this episode to hear about:
Ho...
2024-09-061h 08
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningAll Things Recovery: Nutrition, Training, and StrengthThis episode was recorded live at Fleet Feet in Boulder after the 2024 BolderBoulder 10km. Enjoy this Fleet Feet Recovery Panel with Dana Eshelman, Emma Stevenson, and Jason Fitzgerald, moderated by Jon Levitt, all about recovery from training, strength, and nutrition perspectives.
Meet our panelists:
Dana Eshelman is the owner of A Dash of Dana Performance Nutrition, where she works as a sports dietitian working primarily with endurance athletes. Follow her on Instagram @a.dash.of.dana
Dr. Emma Stevenson is the owner of Atomic Physical Therapy in Boulder, specializing in helping runners stay a...
2024-07-0559 min
What Are You Made Of?Embracing Discomfort: Jonathan Levitt on Running, Resilience, and the Journey to Ultra-Marathons"C-Roc" welcomes the dynamic and inspiring Jonathan Levitt. Jonathan is a runner, cyclist, and podcast host originally from Boston, Massachusetts, now residing in Boulder, Colorado. With a passion for endurance sports and human performance, Jonathan shares his journey from a self-proclaimed running hater to a dedicated long-distance runner.
Jonathan talks about his experiences, including the pivotal moment at the 2013 Boston Marathon that ignited his love for running and how he overcame the physical and emotional challenges along the way. He also dives into his work at InsideTracker, a platform dedicated to maximizing human performance...
2024-06-0730 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningBuilding Boulderthon: Phil Dumontet on Racing, Business, and the Running CommunityThis episode is with Boulderthon founder and race director Phil Dumontet. Phil describes himself as a constant builder: a builder of fitness, businesses, and family. He is a husband and father of two, as well as a 17-time marathoner with a 2:42 PR, extremely passionate about growing the running community at all levels.
In this episode we talk about:
-lifelong running and Boston Marathon magic
-running and business similarities
-founding Boulderthon: a non-profit race celebrating runners of all paces
-what it takes to organize successful running events
-growing...
2024-06-0759 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowFoundational Fridays: Embracing Generational Diversity: A Conversation with Jonathan Sheppard on Navigating the Multigenerational WorkplaceJonathan Sheppard is President and CEO of J. Sheppard Associates, a full-service Attorney Search and executive Placement firm servicing top-tier mid-to-large-size law firms, corporations, and nonprofits. Having spent his entire career in the recruiting industry, starting at 19 years old, Jon founded J. Sheppard Associates in January 2000 to place lateral partners, associates, and executives across the legal landscape.
Operating from the prism of generational inclusiveness, “The Generationality of Work Today,” Jon advocates for all four generations. “ As Jon says, “We have four generations working together trying to figure each other out. This “generationality” and its issues have brought Jon to The Br...
2024-06-0733 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningThree Olympians on Marathoning, Mindset, and Running LongevityThis episode of For The Long Run was recorded live at the 2024 Boston Marathon in conjunction with PUMA. The panel includes Olympians Bill Rodgers, Molly Seidel, Dakotah Lindwurm, and is hosted by Jon Levitt. The conversation is inspired by PUMA’s “see the game through their eyes” campaign, understanding the sport of running through the eyes of elite athletes, as well as highlighting the importance of health for lifelong running.
In this episode we talk about:
-trail running for injury prevention
-dealing with adversity in training and racing
-the power of self-bel...
2024-05-1033 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningBonus Episode: Boston Marathon Running DreamsThis special bonus episode was recorded live in Boston ahead of the 2023 marathon. Jon interviews a diverse range of recreational runners curious about their running dreams and goals for this year’s Boston Marathon and beyond. From finish lines to favorable weather conditions, time goals and charity, we hear what motivates these athletes.
FTLR x Puma Boston Marathon weekend event
Join For The Long Run in Boston for a Puma-sponsored panel hosted by Jon Levitt. Puma are putting on the Forever Faster Shakeout Run followed by a pro panel with Puma-sponsored elite runners and Olympians Mol...
2024-04-1010 min
The MicroCastThe Curiosity Mindset with Jonathan Levitt, For The Long Run Podcast. Plus Developing Your WHY and Leaning into Joy.Hey everyone! Welcome back to the MicroCast, I’m really excited to welcome Jonathan Levitt, creator and host of For The Long Run Podcast to this weeks’ show.
Jonathan has conducted over 300 podcast interviews over the past five years and those interviews often span a wide spectrum of perspectives, backgrounds and abilities but seem to get to the heart of what really drives and motivates athletes to train and pursue goals year after year. I’ve brought Jonathan onto the podcast to chat about what he’s learned from interviewing people from the top of the sport to the ba...
2024-02-1250 min
The Eat for Endurance PodcastFueling for The Long Run: Jonathan Levitt on Nutrition and Running AdventuresWelcome to Episode 83 of the Eat for Endurance Podcast, featuring Jonathan Levitt. Jonathan is based in Bolder, Colorado and wears many different hats as a runner, podcast host of For the Long Run, and senior sales executive over at Inside Tracker.We had an awesome conversation on all things running and nutrition, and went off on more than a few tangents, which always makes for a fun episode. I particularly loved hearing about what Jonathan has learned from interviewing over 300 podcast guests, and talking about the many iterations of “Boulder average” that he’s encountered since...
2024-02-081h 36
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningBonus Episode: Marathon Trials PanelThis bonus episode is all about the ups and downs of a running life, filled with actionable advice for every runner. Hosted by Jon Levitt, our guest panel includes Kara Goucher, Briana Boehmer, Noah Droddy, and Sara Vaughn.
In this episode we talk about:
-why choose running?
-combining big goals with a love of the process
-dealing with “failure” and setbacks
-why run marathons?
-defining a great race
-mental strategies for self-doubt and fear
Catch Noah, Sara, and many former For The Long Run...
2024-01-3058 min
Suite Run133 | Boulder, CO with Jonathan Levitt: The Stoke Factor is High (altitude) and the Running is RadLet us know what you think of this conversationWe welcome Jonathan Levitt back to the Suite Run Podcast! (Go back to episode 24 to listen to the first conversation).In this conversation, we chat about living, running and training in Boulder. We also talk about Jonathan's longtime podcast, "For The Long Run", and then we turn serious and cerebral about the conflict in Israel. In the second half it's all things Boulder - Run, sleep, eat and play with the best athletes in the world!Click HERE for the show notes!
2023-11-251h 05
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningBreaking Through: Running Coaching with Jon Levitt and TJ DavidThis special episode is a coaching conversation between Jon and TJ David, elite trail runner and coach with Microcosm Coaching, a sponsor of the podcast. Jon and TJ unpack Jon’s recent breakthrough ultra race, highlighting the strategies which set Jon up for success that we can all learn from. We talk about coming back from running lows, setting goals and race expectations, and the importance of coaching for all athletes, no matter their experience or ability.
In this episode we talk about:
-how to evaluate a race
-unpacking successful rac...
2023-10-201h 18
The Thoughts on Selling™ Podcast17. Enterprise selling is like running a marathon, and Jonathan Levitt describes why "choosing to do hard things" allows us to be successful in both!Special guest Jonathan Levitt answers the question “why do we choose to do hard things?”, like running an ultramarathon or selling corporate wellness services (blood analytics) to government agencies.
As the top sales person at InsideTracker, a blood analytics company, Jonathan moved from ambassador program management, influencer development and direct-to-consumer sales to a focus on enterprise and public sector. Along the way he’s worked with leading professional and elite athletes, and more recently larger public service agencies and some of the largest consumer brands.
He’s sold many million of dollars in blood analytics and has...
2023-10-0349 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowInterview with Jonathan BrabrandJonathan is a Managing Director with Transact Capital Partners. He is passionate about helping businesses prosper and maximize value to their employees, customers, communities, and owners. Instilled with a spirit of entrepreneurism from a young age, Jonathan draws on his experience as a business owner, trusted strategic advisor, and investment banker to identify and overcome the challenges clients face. Jonathan’s humility and easy-going personality belie the razor-sharp business instincts he has honed over two decades of structuring and negotiating dozens of M&A transactions ranging from $10-300 million in value.
Given his 20+ years of inves...
2023-08-2822 minEveryday UltraJonathan Levitt on How to Get Running Sponsors as a Content CreatorIf you like listening to running podcasts, you’ve probably listened to our guest’s awesome show which has become one of the top podcasts in running! And since his show has been one of my favorites to listen to, it was an honor having him on the show today.
Jonathan Levitt is the host of For The Long Run Podcast, which is a show that explores the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. Jonathan is also a Senior Sales Executive at Inside Tracker, which provides provides personalized health analysis and dynamic, science-backed guid...
2023-02-051h 03
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running247. Andy Wacker: The Trail Team is Forming!Andy is a pro trail runner who lives in Boulder, Colorado. He is a former middle school math teacher passionate about giving back to the world of trail running.
In this episode we talk about:
-shorter distance trail races being cool too!
-respecting the easy runs
-the Trail Team
-balancing both trail and road running
-the role of media and sponsorship in trail running
-finding fulfillment: intrinsic motivation above winning and money
Check out The Trail Team...
2023-01-0650 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running246. Corey Nicholson: Consistency & Commitment in Endurance & EntrepreneurshipCorey is a full time businessman heavily involved in the world of fitness. He identifies as a hybrid athlete, balancing strength training and running.
In this episode we talk about:
-balancing passions and being a hybrid athlete
-the overlap between endurance and entrepreneurship
-being consistently good rather than occasionally great
-taking inspiration from others
-different types of “hard” and “challenging”: 5ks vs ultras
Tune into 49:16 to hear Jon Levitt answer a listener question: How do I train for a marathon...
2022-12-3052 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running245. Singletrack Podcast Replay: For The Long Run Podcast, State of Running Content, Athlete-Sponsorship LandscapeThis is a replay of a Singletrack Podcast episode released September 19, 2022, where I was interviewed. Singletrack is the podcast covering the professional trail and ultrarunning scene, hosted by Finn Melanson.
In this episode of the podcast we talk about:
-starting a podcast and having an audience
-the business side of content creation
-sponsorship and brand partnerships
-living out your passions and carving a niche
-supporting and sustaining athletes and content creators
Tune into 2:27:46 to hear Jon Levitt answer a listener question: what shoes should I wear?
Check out the Singletrack podcast on Instagram @runsingletrack
Follow Finn on Instagram @wasatchfinn and...
2022-12-232h 29
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running244. Keely Henninger: Changing The Culture For Female AthletesKeely is a professional trail runner living in Portland, Oregon. She is also a scientist interested in female athletes, fueling, body image and energy availability, with the hopes of becoming a physician one day.
In this episode we talk about:
-going all in on goals
-overcoming challenges with disappointing races, injuries, underfueling, overtraining, and running identity
-optimizing nutrition and training for performance
-changing the culture of women's sports
-Keely’s podcast “Trail Society” and using your platform for good
-integrity with sponsorship
Tune into 51:00 to hear Jon Levitt answer a listener question: How do I find motivation?
Follow Keely on Instag...
2022-12-1653 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running243. Canyon Woodward: Trailblazing On The Run And BeyondCanyon is the youngest of 4, who grew up loving the outdoors and running cross country. He has become passionate about environmental politics and climate advocacy.
In this episode we talk about:
-taking action against climate change
-the intersection between running and environmentalism
-competing at Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB)
-using your platform for good
-individual actions to fuel systemic change
Tune into 49:00 to hear Jon Levitt answer a listener question: How do you step up in distance?
Follow Canyon on Instagram @canyonwoodward and For The Long Run @forthelrpod
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2022-12-0952 min
THE TRAVIS MACY SHOWJonathan Levitt: For the Long Run, InsideTracker, Leadville 100 Crewing, Why Elites are EliteJonathan Levitt hosts the For The Long Run Podcast, which explores how elite runners keep running long, strong, and motivated. Levitt lives in Boulder, CO and works for InsideTracker. A graduate of UMass Amherst’s Isenberg School of Business with a double major in Sport Management and Marketing, Levitt is also the founder of an intramural collegiate baseball league. Enjoy a fun and educational conversation with Jonathan, Travis, and Mace about running, mindset, consistency, curiosity, podcasting, tr...
2022-10-101h 15
SingletrackJonathan Levitt | For The Long Run Podcast, State of Running Content, Athlete-Sponsorship LandscapeJonathan Levitt is the Host of the "For The Long Run" Podcast, a show that explores the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. In this conversation, we talk in-depth about the state of running podcasts, changes in the athlete-sponsor landscape, and how to build a career in the endurance world. Sponsors:Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/discount/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next orderHVMN - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://hvmn.com...
2022-09-192h 27
The Elevate Your Running PodcastEP. 27 - Running for Joy, Community, & Sushi w/ Guest Jonathan LevittWe’re pleased to be joined by Jonathan Levitt for this week’s episode!
Jonathan is the host of the For The Long Run podcast, as well as a Senior Sales Manager, & Endurance Project Lead for Insidetracker.
He joins us to discuss his personal running background, lessons learned throughout his journey from Boston to Boulder, and some of the many insights that have been gained in his career working with Insidetracker.
More in-depth talking points include…
Why ‘playing big’ and taking chances leads to breakthroughs
The value of community towards a life well-lived...
2022-07-1952 min
TudoRamaJonathan Levitt, Chess Grandmaster talks to TudoRama about chess, humour, and gambling.Send us a textJonathan Levitt is a British Chess Grandmaster whose successes include playing in the historic victory when England beat Russia in 1990. An Oxford maths graduate, Jonathan turned his mathematical skills to making a living betting on live cricket.He discusses chess, humour, and applying mental skills honed in competitive chess to his unusual career choice. Jonathan's book Contemplating Comedy was reviewed in an earlier podcast of TudoRama. Stay up-to-date with all of Tudor's podcasts, blogs and current affairs commentary by signing up to our newsletter! Email everydaycreativityuk@gmail.com to s...
2022-07-0923 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running211. Live at the Boston Marathon: Cultivating Communities and BelongingThis episode of the podcast is a recording from a live panel discussion at the Brooks Hyperion House during the 2022 Boston Marathon weekend.
This discussion is moderated by me, Jonathan Levitt, and the panelists are: Dana Bogan, Sidney Baptista, Emily Saul, and Amy Tortorello.
In this episode we talk about:
-the Boston running community
-defining community and belonging
-celebrating diversity of person and pace
-reasons for showing up
-being part of something bigger than yourself
-November Project and running groups
-community beyond the run
-feeling seen and supported unconditionally
-being more than a runner
-showing up when you don’t wa...
2022-04-2956 min
WP-Tonic | WordPress | SaaS | Bootstrap SaaS | Startups#669 WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS With Special Guest Debbie Levitt CEO of Delta CX669 WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & Bootstrap SaaS With Special Guest Debbie Levitt CEO of Delta CX
How to Bridge Between Developers & UX Designers
Debbie Levitt, MBA is the CXO of Delta CX, has been a CX and UX strategist, designer, and trainer since the 1990s. She’s a change agent focused on helping companies of all sizes transform towards customer-centricity while using principles of Agile and Lean.
Clients have given her the nickname, “Mary Poppins,” because she flies in, improves everything she can, sings a few songs, and flies away to her nex...
2022-02-2435 min
We Run ThisEpisode #66: Jonathan Levitt on stress & poor sleep killing your runsMy guest this week is Jonathan Levitt. Jonathan is a runner, cyclist and hosts his own podcast for runners called "For The Long Run."
He’s also the Sales and Endurance Team Manager for InsideTracker, a personalized nutrition system that analyzes your blood, DNA, and lifestyle to help you optimize your body and reach your goals.
In this episode, Jonathan and I discuss the stress of moving (he's moving this week) and how that impacted his Boston Marathon performance, the importance of sleep and why people just don't get enough, and the highs and lows of...
2021-10-2055 min
The Mile 99 InterviewEpisode 49 - Megan Roche and Jonathan LevittSend us a textEpisode 49 gets down to the bone. Megan Roche and Jonathan Levitt have been instrumental in a multi-year Western States Endurance Run study looking at bone health in ultrarunners. We snagged some of their time to talk about this study! Megan Roche is a medical doctor, a researcher at Stanford, ultrarunner, coach, author, and podcaster. Jonathan Levitt is an ultrarunner, host of the For the Long Run podcast, and endurance athlete liaison for InsideTracker, who is providing the blood testing for the WSER study. Join us for an hour and get all the details...
2021-10-1558 min
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running178. Carolyn Highland: Metaphors on the RunCarolyn Highland is a writer, teacher, outdoor enthusiast, trail runner, back-country skier and self-professed amateur dabbler in many things. Fun fact: Carolyn and Jonathan went to the same elementary school!
In this episode we talked about:
-always trying to have fun all of the time
-pursing a love of the outdoors
-doing things you thought you couldn’t do
-pushing past limits
-adventure
-challenges in running preparing you for life
-avoiding the comparison trap by staying present and focusing on the process
-snack breaks and hill climbs
-enduring in...
2021-09-1052 min
Perpetual Chess PodcastEP 234- GM Jonathan LevittGM Jonathan Levitt is a chess journalist, an author and a professional cricket bettor! Jonathan is retired from competitive chess, but he has written a few great chess books, including co-authoring the classic Secrets of Spectacular Chess, and Jonathan has recently released his first non-chess book, Contemplating Comedy, which, as you might guess, is a meditation on the topic of humor. In this wide-ranging interview, we discuss Jonathan’s varied chess career, his transition to cricket betting, the upcoming World Chess Championship, and the intersection of chess and humor. There is lots to learn...
2021-07-131h 24
RUNWITHALLI LIVEJonathan Levitt, Ulta Runner, InsideTracker Ambassador, and Host of For The Long Run Podcast Joins Host, Coach Alli to Chat All Things About The Mental Toughness Distance Running Entails and The Importance of Customization: S1 - EP 59Jonathan Levitt, Ulta Runner, InsideTracker Ambassador, and Host of For The Long Run Podcast Joins Host, Coach Alli to Chat All Things About The Mental Toughness Distance Running Entails. We Discuss The Importance of Customization and heavily focuses on the WHY behind his training in this week's particular conversation.Jonathan discusses the importance of customizing his training program with his coach, David Roche, and inspiring stories along the way, all of which have led him to his recent Ultra racing experience and his work with InsideTracker. InsideTracker customization is a new, cutting-edge technology that marries genetics, biometric...
2021-06-2528 min
The Training With Tucker Podcast | Running Tips14: Do The Common Things Uncommonly Well With Jonathan LevittIn this episode I chatted with Jonathan Levitt. Jonathan is the sales manager at Inside Tracker, who specialize in helping humans optimize health and performance through personalized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations. He is the host of the For The Long Run Podcast and he is quite an accomplished runner himself as he has broken the impressive 3 hour mark in the marathon! Jonathan recently spent two months living and training in Breckenridge, Colorado at an altitude of 9600 feet and with his access to Inside Tracker’s in depth analysis of blood work he was able to see exactly how his bo...
2021-04-2720 min
Suite Run24 | Boston, MA with Jonathan Levitt: Running In BeantownLet us know what you think of this conversationWe are so excited to welcome Jonathan Levitt to the show! Jonathan is a marathoner, trail runner, host of his podcast, For The Long Run and the Sales Manager for Inside Tracker, one of the coolest jobs around. It's very possible that Jonathan knows practically every endurance athlete on social media and he's the kind of person that you want to go for a run and share a beer with. Jonathan lives in iconic Boston, MA, (although he is currently living an enviable life in the mountains of...
2021-04-011h 05
Runners of The BayEpisode 37: We Could Talk Taylor Swift (For)evermore with Lindsey Hein, Jonathan Levitt, and Jordan KutzerIn this Taylor Swift podcast, 4 podcasters and 1 influencer (and soon-to-be podcaster, Jordan, don’t kill me), come together to properly process their feelings about the surprise release of Taylor’s 9th studio album, evermore.
Joining Mimi and Brigitte today are:
Lindsey Hein, founder of SandyBoy Productions and host of I’ll Have Another, Why is Everyone Yelling, and The Illuminate Podcast
Jonathan Levitt, host of For The Long Run
Jordan Kutzer, the man behind Boyfriends of Oiselle and BFF of The Runners of The Bay Podcast
On this glorious occasion of Taylor Swift’s 31st (13 backward...
2020-12-141h 14
The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTSJonathan Levitt: Personalizing Your Nutrition For Better PerformanceAbout this episode:In this week’s episode, Hillary talks with Jonathan Levitt from InsideTracker about personalized nutrition and tracking biomarkers to optimize your performance.Episode Highlights:Personalizing your nutritionTracking biomarkers to optimize performanceThe future of personalized nutritionGuest Bio – Jonathan Levitt:Jonathan Levitt is a runner from Boston, MA. He’s the Sales Manager and Endurance Team Manager at InsideTracker, a Cambridge, MA based health tech company that provides personalized guidance on nutrition and performance based on your blood, DNA, and soon, wearable device...
2020-10-0641 min
The Viva PodcastEpisode 39: Personalized Nutrition with Jonathan Levitt of Inside TrackerThis week our hosts Rachel and Jor-El talk with runner, host and health advocate Jonathan Levitt. Jonathan works for a company called Inside Tracker which offers personalized health and nutrition recommendations based on blood biomarkers (that you typically won’t get from your doctor!). As Jonathan puts it “we remove the opinion” on nutrition and lifestyle and rely on science. What a concept! This is an incredibly informative episode on the benefits of personalized healthcare and how it can be used to create a more optimal life designed specifically for you. We hope you enjoy it! You can follow Jonathan on Inst...
2020-07-0836 min
The Viva PodcastPersonalized Nutrition with Jonathan Levitt of Inside TrackerThis week our hosts Rachel and Jor-El talk with runner, host and health advocate Jonathan Levitt. Jonathan works for a company called Inside Tracker which offers personalized health and nutrition recommendations based on blood biomarkers (that you typically won’t get from your doctor!). As Jonathan puts it “we remove the opinion” on nutrition and lifestyle and rely on science. What a concept!
This is an incredibly informative episode on the benefits of personalized healthcare and how it can be used to create a more optimal life designed specifically for you.
We hope you enjoy it! You can follow Jonathan on Inst...
2020-07-0836 min
Doc On The Run PodcastRecovery For The Long Run with Jonathan LevittToday on the Doc On The Run Podcast we are talking with Jonathan Levitt about the strategies he uses to recover quickly after hard training blocks, or an Ultra before resuming training.
I am sure most of you listening know Jonathan Levitt as the host of the podcast For The Long Run. Fortunately for all of us, he is taking time out of his schedule and away from his microphone to join us here and provide his insights on rapid recovery for ultra runners.
We will have all the links for you at the bottom o...
2020-05-0856 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowInterview with Jonathan KeyserJonathan Keyser is the founder and thought leader behind Keyser, the largest occupier services commercial real estate brokerage firm in Arizona. Through sheer determination and focus on selfless service, Jonathan is disrupting the commercial real estate (CRE) industry, and beyond.
A best-selling author, media contributor, and strong supporter of the Conscious Capitalism movement, Jonathan is here today to share his journey, mission, and selfless service approach to business and his book You Don’t Have to be Ruthless to Win. But his book isn’t really about him—it’s about you. Jonathan will share how you ca...
2019-08-3033 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowInterview with Jonathan KeyserJonathan Keyser is the founder and thought leader behind Keyser, the largest occupier services commercial real estate brokerage firm in Arizona. Through sheer determination and focus on selfless service, Jonathan is disrupting the commercial real estate (CRE) industry, and beyond. A best-selling author, media contributor, and strong supporter of the Conscious Capitalism movement, Jonathan is here today to share his journey, mission, and selfless service approach to business and his book You Don’t Have to be Ruthless to Win. But his book isn’t really about him—it’s about you. Jonathan will share how you ca...
2019-08-3033 min
Moving2LiveJonathan Levitt- Inside Tracker part 2Jonathan Levitt is a runner, traveler, and connector. He loves adventure and helping to inspire others to dream bigger. Jonathan works for InsideTracker and is the host of the For The Long Run Podcast. Show Notes:
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2019-05-0131 minMoving2LiveJonathan Levitt- Inside Tracker part 2Jonathan Levitt is a runner, traveler, and connector. He loves adventure and helping to inspire others to dream bigger. Jonathan works for InsideTracker and is the host of the For The Long Run Podcast. Show Notes:
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2019-05-0131 minMoving2LiveJonathan Levitt- Inside Tracker part 1Jonathan Levitt is a runner, traveler, and connector. He loves adventure and helping to inspire others to dream bigger. Jonathan works for InsideTracker and is the host of the For The Long Run Podcast. Show Notes:
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2019-04-1730 minMoving2LiveJonathan Levitt- Inside Tracker part 1Jonathan Levitt is a runner, traveler, and connector. He loves adventure and helping to inspire others to dream bigger. Jonathan works for InsideTracker and is the host of the For The Long Run Podcast. Show Notes:
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2019-04-1730 min