Runified Podcast: Recent Episodes
Matt Sorenson
The Runified Podcast is about telling stories that make runners who they are, beyond the training and racing. These stories will inspire, educate, and motivate runners of all abilities and help them achieve their goals. We will also share stories about the genesis of new products, events, or services that cater to runners. Our mission is to help runners run, together. Our hope is that these stories will change the way you think about running, and motivate you to live your own story with endurance, strength, and joy. This is what it means to be Runified.
Amy Puzey lives in Alberta, Canada, is a wife, and a mother to six children. We talk with Amy about:
- Originally becoming a runner to stay in shape for swimming
- Meeting her husband at a multi-day race and enjoying time running with her family
- Their kids being involved in running by volunteering, race directing, cheering, and racing themselves
- Involving children in their 5 Peaks Adventures trail races and The TranSelkirks Run
- Parenting lessons learned from running
- Her thoughts on the My Mommy Runs children’s book
My Mommy Runs Book Pre-Order: https://igg.me/at/mymommyruns
www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
5 Peaks Trail Running, The TranSelkirks Run
Jessica Hurlbut lives in New York, is a wife, and a mother to five amazing kids. We talk with Jessica about:
- Becoming a runner later in life
- The transition from shorter distances to ultramarathons
- Her 110 Mile National Adoption Day Run in 2018
- Lessons learned from running for parenting
- Her thoughts about the My Mommy Runs children’s book
- Why runners should be involved in foster care and adoption
My Mommy Runs Book Pre-Order: https://igg.me/at/mymommyruns
www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
110 Mile National Adoption Day Run Facebook Page, www.adoptuskids.org, Runner’s World Article
Hayley Sorenson is a wife and working mother to two boys. We talk with Hayley about:
- Transitioning from short to long distance running in college and beyond
- The Gilbert’s Gazelles running group in Austin, Texas and the importance of the running community
- Working with her husband to push themselves towards their goals
- Leveraging running to conquer self-doubt
- Running and working out with her children
- Her thoughts about the book, My Mommy Runs
- Making everyday choices that help you become the best version of yourself
My Mommy Runs Book Pre-Order: https://igg.me/at/mymommyruns
www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Stephanie Bales Hurtado is a wife, mother and emergency room nurse living in the Toronto area: We talk with Stephanie about:
- Her on and off relationship with running
- Qualifying for the Boston Marathon
- The 5 peaks trail series
- How her son took part in her running
- Trail running, ultra marathons and epic running adventures around the world
- Lessons learned from running for parenting such as perseverance, persistence, and independence
- Her Running Divine Podcast and guests such as Courtney Dauwalter and Camille Herron
- Doing something that scares you, asking for help, and caring for yourself
www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Stephanie’s Instagram @ultrasteph81, Running Divine Podcast, www.runningdivinepodcast.com
Debbie Butcher is from Illinois. She’s been running for over 40 years and has three children between the ages of 20 and 28. We talk with Debbie about:
- Initially becoming a runner as a sprinter but growing to love long distance events
- Running and racing while pushing a stroller
- How her running impacted her three kids and how they have become runners
- Qualifying for the Boston Marathon and running it with her son
- Why the Chicago Marathon is special to their family
- Her thoughts on the My Mommy Runs children book
- Advice and encouragement for mother runners of all ages
www.mymommyrunsbook.com, My Mommy Runs Book Facebook Group
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Debbie’s Instagram @mastermomrunner, www.runmahomet.com
Runified Podcast host Matt Sorenson updates listeners and lets the Runified community know there will be a break in the action for the next few weeks. We’ll be back to regular programming and an exciting announcement in early 2019.
This episode is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Ken Bereski currently hails from Florida. He’s 38 years old and loves to run, travel and being a Boston College fan, Go Eagles! We talk with Ken about:
- Growing up in the northeast and going to Boston College on the Boston Marathon course
- His first runners high
- How his inner strength and the running community helped him recover from his experience at the 2013 Boston Marathon
- Recovering from being hit by a car while cycling in 2015
- How hard experiences help build resilience
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Ken’s Website and Blog, Instagram @konfedence, Facebook, Twitter
Jeff Jackson, AKA Coach JJ, lives in Austin, Texas. He’s 47 years old, is a husband, a father to four, an experienced entrepreneur, newly minted nonprofit founder and a recovering alcoholic, and prescription pill addict. We talk with JJ about:
- Becoming a runner late in life after being overweight, a smoker and an alcoholic
- Using long distance running as therapy for depression and anxiety
- His nonprofit called depression2extinction that is working towards eliminating the stigma of depression using Movement, Mindfulness and Human Connection
- His motto of “relentless forward progress”
- Planning for his Ultra 50 Expedition in 2018, which will be 50 days consecutive running an ultra marathon in all 50 states
- Challenges of trying a new distance or something different, his Be Real Check-in
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
depression2extinction Website, Instagram @depression2extinction, Facebook
Jonathan Darling lives in Knoxville, Tennessee. He’s a husband of nine years, a father to two daughters, a national account manager, and a fitness and leadership enthusiast. We talk with Jonathan about:
- Becoming a runner after a life-changing 24-hour challenge with retired Navy SEAL Thom Shea
- The difference between the bodybuilding and running communities
- His first race, a 50K ultra trail run, which he did not finish
- Development of self-belief and purpose, which for Jonathan is tied to his faith
- His love/hate relationship with running and his unique ability to be comfortable in discomfort
- The non-profit Depression2Extinction and the importance of sharing your story
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Jonathan Darling’s Website, Instagram @thejonathandarling, Facebook, Depression2Extinction Website
Duncan Skelton lives in the United Kingdom, is 47 years old, has a partner of 20 years and two rescue cats, and has been an avid rock climber since he finished university. We talk with Duncan about:
- Being open to opportunities in life
- Becoming a runner accidentally by spectating the New York City Marathon
- A number of marathons, the lessons he learned, and the injuries he overcame
- His tendency to be curious about his capabilities, leading him to set new running goals
- Challenging running experiences and running a marathon with a 70-year-old stranger
- Learning from every race and workout
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Duncan’s Website, Instagram @seerunlove
Fitz Koehler lives in Gainesville, FL, is a mother to two children, a dog mom, a race announcer, and has been teaching fitness since she was a teenager. We talk with Fitz about:
- Being a former competitive full-contact kickboxer and how it affected her running
- Running a charity 5K with a client fighting cancer
- Run Disney and her passion for helping people improve their fitness, health, and lives
- Running with her children being one of her best running memories
- The importance of perspective, struggling, nutrition, and being a well-rounded athlete
- The school running program she started, Morning Mile, and how it has been changing the lives of children and others at over 350 schools
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Fitz’s Website, Instagram @fitzness, Facebook, Morning Mile Website, Facebook
Sanjay Rawal currently lives out of a suitcase and calls in from Chicago, IL. We talk with Sanjay about:
- Being a documentary filmmaker and storyteller
- How he started running competitively in high school and why he stopped in college
- The Self Transcendence 3100 Mile Race and his film 3100: Run and Become
- Traditional cultures that have leveraged running for survival and transcendence, including Native Americans, the Gaolo-San (Kalahari) Bushmen, and the Gyoman-san-Monks of Mt. Hiei Japan
- Faith and its connection with endurance running
- Running as something beyond ourselves to serve others and for a larger purpose
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
3100 Run and Become Film Website, Facebook, Instagram @3100film
Sabrina Lopez lives in California, is 27 years old and a sister of three, has a twin sister, and is a behavioral therapist. We talk with Sabrina about:
- How she started running in high school and what drove her to become a Division I NCAA athlete
- Her relationship with her twin sister as it relates to both being runners
- Professional runners Kara Goucher and Shalane Flanagan and why they inspire her
- Her goal of running the 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for the marathon
- Overcome injuries, the female triad, and the importance of a regular menstrual cycle
- Her sponsor Oiselle and what being a part of this great community of strong women means to her
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Sabrina’s Website, Instagram @theesabrinalopez, Facebook
Brian Frazier lives in Chicago, IL. He’s a husband, a father to four children, and is the operations director for Team World Vision. We talk with Brian about:
- His professional background in microfinance and his international travel and running experiences, including the Comrades Marathon
- How his perspective concerning running has changed over the past 12 years
- The Hood to Coast Relay, and the impact of his friendship with Lopez Lomong
- The importance of running and the running community to his family and the similarities between adoption and running
- His challenge to listeners to use their running abilities and influence to leave a legacy and to positively impact others
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
www.teamworldvision.org, teamworldvision@worldvision.org, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram @worldvisionusa
Cynthia Arnold lives in Polson, Montana. She’s a wife, a stay-at-home mom to three children, and also has a home business. We talk with Cynthia about:
- Life with three kids, a home business, and a nonprofit she helps run called Polson Running that puts on races to raise money for local charities
- How she became a runner and how the motivation for her running has changed
- Trail Running, marathons, the running community, and postpartum running
- Running while pushing a triple stroller
- Being the best you can be every day and embracing every opportunity to run
- Breaking the record for the half marathon while pushing a triple stroller
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Polson Running Website, Cynthia’s Email
Victoria Phillippi is the owner of Run4PRs Coaching. Since 2013 Victoria has helped hundreds of runners set PRs in 1 mile-100 mile distances. We catch up with Victoria since we talked with her back on episode 22 of the Runified Podcast and address running questions including:
- How far apart should you plan "A" marathons and shorter distance races?
- When do I know when to call it quits on a workout vs push through pain or fatigue?
- How do we as runners determine what is the optimal weekly mileage?
- How should we adjust paces and efforts when we are running in high temperature and high humidity?
- Interactions with insects and other animals while running
We will hold a drawing on August 29, 2018 at 12PM Central and one winner will be chosen to receive a free pair of Goodr sunglasses and a $50.00 Run4PRs gift card. Participants can enter in any or all of the three following ways 1) new Run4PRs customers can select the Runified Podcast when asked how you learned about Run4PRs when filling out the form on their website, 2) anyone can share the post about this episode on the Run4PRs Coaching Facebook page to your wall, 3) anyone can repost this episode on Instagram using the hashtag #teamrun4prs.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Run4PRs Coaching Website, Facebook, Instagram @run4prs
Sean O’Connor lives in Harmony Township, New Jersey. He’s a husband, a father to three beautiful children, and is an underwriter at an insurance company. We continue our conversation from the previous episode and talk with Sean about:
- How he learned that he would be running the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run and struggling with Paul Terranova’s loss being his gain
- Paul and Meredith Terranova helping Sean and his team prepare for Western States
- The running advice of “slow is smooth and smooth is fast”
- Sean’s friend Jimmy helping him in spirit
- Running saving Sean from depression via the friends and community
- A song he wrote called “Adventure Guide”
- A children’s book titled “What Do You Do With a Chance?”
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Sean’s Leema Mountain Blog, Sean’s Instagram @leemamountain, Facebook, Sean’s song “Adventure Guide”
Sean O’Connor lives in Harmony Township, New Jersey. He’s a husband, a father to three beautiful children, and is an underwriter at an insurance company. We talk with Sean about:
- Becoming a runner after a runner's high on a treadmill
- Learning about ultramarathons through online advertisements and social media
- His first 100-miler, The Vermont 100 Endurance Race, and how it caused him to suffer and persevere for the first time
- Past struggles with success and setbacks
- His friend Jimmy and what he meant to Sean before and after his death
- Being waitlisted for the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run
- Training for a race he wasn’t sure he would be able to run
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Sean’s Leema Mountain Blog, Sean’s Instagram @leemamountain, Facebook
Paul Terranova lives in Austin, TX, is Meredith Terranova’s husband, a dog lover, and works for the City of Austin. We continue our conversation from the previous episode and talk with Paul about:
- The history and significance of the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run and his experience running it five times
- A significant injury that resulted in Paul making a game-time decision to withdraw from this year’s Western States
- How Paul provided Sean O’Connor the opportunity to run Western States and how Paul and his wife helped Sean and his team with last-minute preparations
- Understanding that you never know what’s going to happen and to prepare nonetheless
- Examples of inspiration and motivation for runners
- Running advice for all and challenging runners to always keep it fun
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Paul Terranova’s Blog, Paul’s Instagram @psterranova, Paul’s Facebook, Meredith Terranova’s Website, Band of Runners
https://g5active.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/103-Teaser.mp4 Paul Terranova lives in Austin, TX, is Meredith Terranova’s husband, a dog lover, and works for the City of Austin. We talk with Paul about:
- Becoming a runner by running to and from rowing practice in college
- Giving back to the running community, including involvement with the Austin Marathon and the Band of Runners Trail Camp for veterans
- Advice for running marathons, adventure races, ultramarathons, and triathlons
- The Grand Kona Slam, which he was the first to ever complete
- Building mental strength and advice for a strong marriage
- Lessons learned in the Army that translate to running
- The importance of the running community
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018 at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast! Photo: Kim Gaylord
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Paul Terranova’s Blog, Paul’s Instagram @psterranova, Paul’s Facebook, Meredith Terranova’s Website, Band of Runners
Kelly Vigil lives in Northern Virginia, is a wife, works full-time, is a mom to a 13-month-old girl and has a little boy on the way. We talk with Kelly about:
- How she became a runner in college to help manage stress and stay in shape
- Running 23 half marathons and 7 full marathons, including the Marine Corps Marathon and Disney races
- Embarrassing stories from races and lessons learned such as listening to your body
- How she runs with her dog while pushing a stroller with her daughter while being 30 weeks pregnant (being a superhero)
- Becoming a race director and putting on virtual races, including the Run For Texas, raising over $50,000 to help aid hurricane Harvey victims, as well as races with Every Mother Counts and other nonprofits
- Challenging listeners to use their running to help others in their community
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Kelly’s Instagram @moremilesmorefun, Website
Noelle Lovoi lives in Spokane, Washington, is a wife, and a busy stay at home mom to two young boys. We talk with Noelle about:
- How she started running to lose weight after having her first son
- Running through her second pregnancy and training for a Boston Marathon qualifier while pushing a double stroller
- Training for and Running the Boston Marathon in 2018
- The amazing running community in Spokane, WA, including Moms Run this Town, and how the running community has inspired and empowered her
- A funny story about how her husband took his first run with her and how they now fit running into their family routine
- The logistics of running with multiple kids and seeing them learn to love running themselves
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Noelle’s Blog Running With Bubbas, Instagram @runningwithbubbas
Kim “Rooster” Rossiter lives in Virginia Beach, is a husband and father, an active duty United States Marine and President of Ainsley’s Angels. We talk with Rooster about:
- Becoming a runner because of the joy it brought his daughter Ainsley.
- The national non-profit that he started, Ainsley’s Angels, which exists to ensure that everyone can experience endurance events.
- The lessons Ainsley taught him and the 100 races she completed, including everything from 5Ks to marathons.
- Amazing stories about those participating in running races with Ainsley’s Angels.
- How Ainsley’s Angels continues to grow and how you can get involved as a runner and beyond.
- How Ainsley’s older sister, Briley, ran with her and wrote a children’s book called Born an Angel.
- How his experience in the Marine Corps is intertwined with his life and Ainsley’s Angels.
- His motto of “together we shall”.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Ainsley’s Angels Website, YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram @ainsleys_angels, Twitter
Born an Angel Children’s Book
#togetherweshall #sisters #smiles #smile #family #joy #positivity #ainsleysangels #running #runners #werunsocial #inspiration #life #advocate #fitness #inclusive #instarunners #leadbyexample #passion
Mona Langenberg lives in St. Louis, is 36 years old, and is married with three children. We talk with Mona about:
- How running now permeates all part of her life.
- Running in college and how a handwritten letter set her career in the running industry in motion.
- The things that make us the best runners are often the things that challenge us.
- GO! St. Louis, a local nonprofit that produces fives races and youth programs
- Leadership qualities and strategies.
- Behinds the scenes stories from producing running events.
- Being flexible in life and doing the best she can.
- Opportunities and challenges in the running industry and how we’re all better together.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
GO! St. Louis Website, Instagram @gostlouis, Facebook
Natalie Dau lives in Singapore and is originally from Australia, is 46 years old, and has a nine-year-old daughter. We talk with Natalie about:
- The unique aspects of running in Asia, including encounters with wild animals
- Reciprocal inspiration from/with her daughter and being a Reebok sponsored athlete
- Her desire of keeping her exercise goals and endeavors fresh and staying challenged, including competing in running, obstacle course racing, CrossFit, and most recently track and field
- Winning a Spartan Race and her love of beating youngsters to the finish line
- Running as part of her daily routine, helping her decrease stress and promote positive mental health
- Launching her own health and fitness app as well as organizing a retreat in Bali
- How she loves encouraging people to be healthy and fit, as well as her desire to make fitness accessible and fun for all
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Natalie’s Website, Instagram @rockstararms, Twitter, Facebook
Rachel Davis is from Birmingham, Alabama, is 27 years old, married and has a cat named Toblerone. We talk with Rachel about:
- Pursuing her PhD in nutrition
- How she started running in middle school and why she fell in love with track and field, mainly the 400m hurdles, 4x400m and 800m
- Why after running competitively in college she switched to trail running and distance running
- Her first marathon, the 2016 Air Force Marathon, and how she won first place and qualified for the Boston Marathon with a 2:58
- The Boston Marathon in 2017 and 2018, running a 2:48 and a 2:56 respectively
- How injury and stress can affect us as runners, as well learning to let go of expectations
- Misconceptions about nutrition and running
- Her goals of qualifying for the 2020 Olympic Team Trials Marathon
- Focusing on why you do what you do, well-rounded nutrition and enjoying the process
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Rachel’s Website, Instagram @dr.davisruns26.2
David Goodstein is from Austin, Texas, is 57 years old and a proud father of three children. We talk with David about:
- Becoming a runner late in life and enjoying the community and fun that comes with it
- Running 20 marathons, including the Boston Marathon four times
- Having passion for what you do in life
- His new book, A Runner’s Guide to Finishing First in Business: Nuggets of Wisdom from an On-Demand CFO
- Comparing the stages of running and running a business
- Running and business data, including key performance indicators
- International travel and races
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
David’s Website, for a copy of David’s book, email him: dgoodcfo@davidgoodstein.net
Robert Gonzalez lives in San Antonio, in a nurse, and is a proud father. We talk with Robert about:
- How he started running to lose weight
- That he did his first half marathon in El Paso, TX since he wanted to do something to challenge himself, and that it was a suffer fest
- The lessons he has learned through running, including respecting the distance and challenge of any race, and that you get what you put in
- Why he runs, which is to show his sister who recently lost her battle with cancer, that anything is possible
- The significance behind cutting his hair before every race
- His quest to qualify for and to run the Boston Marathon for his sister
- Setting goals and doing things that scare you
- Parenthood and setting a good example for our children, including stroller running
- How running influences and impacts his career as a nurse
- 5K versus the marathon and ultramarathons
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Robert Gonzalez Facebook, Instagram @byby30
Kelly Anderson is from McKinney, Texas, is 36, a wife, and a mom to three children. We talk with Kelly about how she started running 12 years ago to lose weight and to regain a healthy lifestyle after having her first child. She also shares how running became a passion of hers and how it served as an outlet as a new mom, gaining energy and feeling good about herself. We talk about some of her race experiences, including relays, marathons, half marathons, 5Ks and 10Ks. Kelly spends time talking about an amazing story regarding the Chicago Marathon in 2015, reminding her that she runs to connect with other people and for the experience. We also chat about being a supportive spouse or partner, teaching children life values through running, a rough year in her life, and recent program that has helped her improve her nutrition, fitness, emotional and spiritual well being. Kelly closes by sharing how she desires to train for triathlons, to be more energetic and present, and to develop and share a clear and powerful message to encourage others.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Kelly’s Instagram @redheadontherun_1, Blog, Facebook
Brett Rein currently lives in Durango, CO, is 28 years old, and is a substitute teacher and ski instructor. Although Brett has always been an athlete, including playing hockey and rugby, it wasn’t until college that he started running. Brett’s appreciation for running started when a buddy of his started training for the Navy SEALs, in which they would trail run for hours. During graduate school, he read the book The Last Lecture which inspired him to think about his own goals in life and he ended up signing up for the Death Race by Peak Races in 2014. Brett tells us about training for the Death Race, a race of unknowns and various events, including chopping wood, making a fire, hiking, four hours of ballet, and running up mountains. He also shares how he went from being tied for second place in that race to waking up in the hospital. Brett redeemed himself at his second Death Race and speaks about learning from failure. We also learn about Brett’s travels and other endurance races, including an attempt to swim across Lake Tahoe, running up a volcano, meditating for ten days, and paddle boarding hundreds of miles. Brett is currently training for the Bigfoot 200, a 206.5 mile ultramarathon. While training for this race Brett is undertaking a mental health awareness project called Miles From Ordinary in which he is helping people share their stories regarding mental health. Brett loves the community he has surrounded himself including The Endurance Society, as well as sponsors such as The Ultra House, SaunaSpace, and Garden of Life. Brett was introduced to the Runified podcast by Sasha Wolff, founder of Still I Run, who was on episode 28 of our podcast. Brett hopes to work with Sasha to raise awareness for mental health together.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Brett’s Facebook, Instagram @milesfromordinary_, Still I Run’s Website
Jon Towey is from Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 39, married with three kids, and has been a stay at home dad for 10 years. We talk with Jon about how observing a picture of himself later in life made him realize he needed to lead a more healthy lifestyle. Also, as a young adult, Jon was in a dark place, leading to a drinking problem. He shares his story and how becoming a runner helped turn around his life through recovery from addiction. Specifically, we talk about the importance of the running community, not worrying about what you cannot control, and setting goals. Jon tells stories from a few of the six marathons and other races he has finished as well as lessons he has learned, including prioritization of things in life, not sweating the small stuff, enjoying the adventure, and focusing on things you can control in life and running.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Jon Towey’s Instagram @run4serenity
Kelly Collins is from Southern California and was raised in an active family with her older sister Lauren Collins, our guest from episode 89. After playing soccer for most of her childhood, Kelly started running track and field in sixth grade and became more and more involved in running as she found that she could control her effort and affect the outcomes in her running. Kelly ran track and field throughout college and her strong work ethic helped her in a competitive sales career. We talk with Kelly about sports modeling, her motivation to keep running, and her desire to start a business called SISSFiT with her sister Lauren, in which they have designed treadmill interval workouts and strength training guides that are available on their website. Kelly encourages our listeners to find their swagger and to diversify their running routine and training by getting out of their comfort zone.
As mentioned in the podcast, Kelly is offering a promotional code for listeners of the Runified Podcast. Use the code “RUNIFIED” (all caps) for 30% off all guides they offer on their SISSFiT treadmill and strength training workout guides, available on their website www.sissfit.com.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Runified Community Group (Facebook), Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
SISSFiT Website, Instagram @siss_fit, Kelly’s Instagram @kellyycollins, SISSFiT Facebook, SISSFiT Twitter
Lauren Collins is from Orange County, CA, is married with a new son, and loves the beach and being outside with her family. She shares how she hated running while growing up and focused on gymnastics until she started track and field in high school in order to meet new people. She quickly fell in love with running and track and field, leading to an athletic scholarship at UC Irvine. Lauren tells us about barely missing the Olympic trials in 2008 and 2012 for the heptathlon and high jump, respectively, due to injuries. We also talk with Lauren about lessons she learned from being a sports model and a recent business she started with her sister called SISSFiT. Lauren and her sister Kelly have designed treadmill interval workouts and strength training guides that are available on their website. She also shares about her recent pregnancy and first child and how priorities in life have changed. Photo credit: Guzman @lesguzman
As mentioned in the podcast, Lauren is offering a promotional code for listeners of the Runified Podcast. Use the code “RUNIFIED” (all caps) for 30% off all guides they offer on their SISSFiT treadmill and strength training workout guides, available on their website www.sissfit.com.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
SISSFiT Website, Instagram @siss_fit, Lauren’s Instagram @lauren_m_collins, SISSFiT Facebook, SISSFiT Twitter
Ryan and Jaime Maher are from St. Louis, Missouri and are busy with two little girls, full-time and part-time jobs, as well as being ultramarathoners. We talk with Jaime and Ryan about how they became runners and how they typically go big or go home, something that has translated into their running. They share how their competitive nature and desire to show their children that you can accomplish big and crazy goals has led them to accomplish some amazing things. Ryan and Jaime share an entertaining story about their first trail run together and an emotional story about Jaime running an amazing race and helping others along the way. The Mahers also talk about a running group they started that has since become the Arch City Run Club, a group where runners of all abilities support and encourage each other. We talk about the importance of the running community and how Ryan and Jaime’s running community has been one of the greatest gifts in their life together.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Arch City Run Club Facebook Page, Ryan Maher IG @archcitychamp, Jaime Maher IG @jaimemarie5, Ryan’s email: ryan@one3sports.com, Jaime’s email: Jaime@one3sports.com
Kara Lubin is a fourth generation public school teacher from California, a mother to two children, and also maintains a small farm with horses, dogs, and a tortoise named Rachel. We talk with Kara about how Rachel the tortoise is her spirit animal and how she struggled with an unhealthy relationship with running, exercise, and food while growing up. She strives to keep a well balanced and positive outlook on exercise and food as she strives to set an example for her children and others. Kara loves the Born to Run ultra marathons and prides herself in running slow and steady. She shares how she started the 100 Mile Club in 1992 and how her instinct led to developing a program that now reaches over 1.2 million children a year. With the 100 Mile Club, Kara is passionate about using running or other activities to inspire kids, as well as adults, to set a goal, work toward it a little each day, and help others along the way. We talk about a recent partnership 100 Mile Club has with our sponsor Goodr, which has resulted in a beautiful special pair of sunglasses that when purchased, enables two children to benefit from the 100 Mile Club program. Kara also shares about the amazing community of supportive runners she has met, including Chris McDougall, the author of Born to Run.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
100 Mile Club Website, Instagram, Facebook, Run Like a Kid Goodr Sunglasses
The Caballo Blanco Experience Episode 5 - The Kids Race - Video
This episode is recorded live in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts when host Matt Sorenson joined Jason Savageau for a relaxing run along the Charles River. Jason works as a social security disability attorney and is active in the visually impaired and blindness communities. He started running in 2015 after being fed up with how he felt and has since lost 75 pounds and has run seven half marathons. We talk about how his visual impairment affects him as a runner, the importance and impact of the running community, and the impact the bombings at the 2013 Boston Marathon affected Jason and the Boston community. Jason shares how he is preparing to train for his first marathon with goals of running the Boston Marathon in 2019. We also talk about donuts and beer, the November Project, Summerville Brewing, the Slumbrew Happy Soles and Achilles International Boston.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Jason’s Instagram @jaypic
Chewey Lam lives in Denver, Colorado and is a runner with type 1 diabetes as well as a number of other autoimmune conditions. He started running in 2016 and we talk about how he is heavily involved in the community, including being a Colfax Marathon ambassador, and an advocate for diabetes and migraine awareness. Chewey has run for or with a number of communities and groups such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (Team JDRF) and Beyond Type 1. In 2017 Chewey completed 138 races and he credits his diabestie (a diabetic’s best friend) for making this logistically possible. Chewey never allows his medical conditions to be an excuse and challenges runners to run their own race, to think outside the box, and to have the courage to change.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Chewey’s Instagram @cheweylam, Chewey’s Blog, Twitter, Beyond Type 1, Team JDRF
Ben Abell and Stephen Lease live in California and they are a part of the Goodr team. We talked with Ben and Stephen back on episode 4 and wanted to have them back to provide an update on Goodr, tell some stories, and let us know what to expect from Goodr moving forward. Stephen talks about running and training for his first 100-miler and Ben shares about quitting his full-time job as a lawyer. We learn how Goodr has helped the running community, including a partnership with the 100 Mile Club and how they are helping make running more inclusive and accessible by making it more fun, one pair of running sunglasses at a time.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Shop Goodr Sunglasses, Goodr Instagram, Goodr Facebook, 100 Mile Club
Rebecca Luhm lives in North Carolina, is a wife, and a mom to three children. We talk about how her running journey has had many ups and downs throughout life. Even through the hills and the valleys, Rebecca has been consistently running now since the summer of 2014. She shares how she makes running a priority and how she fits it into her busy schedule, often working out at the YMCA. We talk about a couple of the 10 half marathons she has completed, including a significant race this fall, in which she ran for a special cause, the Team Drea Foundation. Rebecca also shares about how her running teaches her kids life lessons, how she started a running group, and why she likes sharing her running story and journey.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Rebecca’s Instagram @ashevillemotherrunner, Team Drea Foundation Website
Vic Morales is from Iowa and tells the story of how he knew he was meant to run since the 7th grade. For about 30 years Vic has made an effort to not only keep running fun but how it also helped him in a weight loss effort, losing 45 pounds in order to get back to a healthy weight. Vic tells the story of an infection that spread within his body, sidelining him from running for months. He shares details from this unique experience as well as his recovery efforts. We talk with Vic about the strength of the human spirit and he reminds us that it’s ok to ask for help. He also challenges runners of all abilities to know their strengths and weaknesses, to learn from their failures, and to take pride in the fact that they are a runner.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Vic’s Instagram @iowarunner
On this week's episode, we have Dr. Kyle Longest as our guest. Kyle is a Professor of Sociology, a husband, a father, and an avid runner for the last 5 years. He talks about reaching some of the ultimate highs in a runner's journey, including breaking the 3-hour marathon barrier and honoring his father by fulfilling a lifelong dream of running the Boston Marathon. We also discuss the valleys he's endured from battles with overtraining, pelvic fractures and developing an unhealthy relationship with food, fitness and body image. Through it all Kyle has been able to reflect and gain some truly valuable insights on improving as a runner and being a more complete person. Kyle has recently begun to share these insights through coaching runners, helping them achieve their own goals.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2018” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Kyle’s Instagram (@coachlongest), Kyle’s Email: coachlongest4@gmail.com, Kyle’s Furman University Webpage
Eric Snader lives in Austin, TX and is a husband, father, and an aspiring comedian. Although he didn’t appreciate running when he started 20 years ago, in the past five years he has completed six marathons. We talk to Eric about the importance of the running community and how changing up his training method led to him running the race of his life and qualifying for the Boston Marathon at the 2017 California International Marathon. Eric shares his great perspective about the Hansons Marathon Method, nutrition, mental strength, donuts, and challenges our listeners to find a training method that works for them.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Gilbert’s Gazelles, Hansons Marathon Method Book, Eric’s Facebook
Ben Davies lives in the United Kingdom and always loves a running adventure. Before he was a runner, Ben took a job at a running store and was embarrassed for not knowing anything about running. He learned more and more about running from the patrons of the store and has since run more than 50 races 26.2 miles or longer. Ben’s love for running and trail running quickly progressed from a half marathon to ultra marathons and he has traveled around the world to take part in races, including finishing nine 100-milers. He shares lessons learned from races he was unable to finish and tells us about memories from his favorite events. Ben also shares how running has helped him with his mental health and advises runners to never shy away from races that might appear to be more challenging. Ben was introduced to the Runified Podcast by Lindsey Brown from episode 71. We also share an update from Iain Nelson who was on episode 66.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Ben Davies Facebook
Jacob Puzey lives in Calgary and is first and foremost a husband and a father of five children. We talk to Jacob about running, directing races, parenting, and coaching. Jacob has excelled at a number of distances, from marathon to ultramarathon, and even holds the world record for the fastest 50-mile effort on a treadmill. We talk with Jacob about how the running community has played a critical role in his life, including introducing him to the woman of his dreams and starring in a documentary with his brother, Tommy Rivers. Jacob emphasizes longevity and sustainability in running and is a student of the sport. We learn what makes Jacob an effective running coach and how he and his wife like to give back to the running community. Jacob finishes by telling us about how his company Peak Run Performance is seeking to make running as accessible as possible by providing coaching, nutrition, and others health services to diverse communities speaking different languages.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Jacob Puzey Blog, Instagram, Twitter, Peak Run Performance Website, Facebook
Melissa Malani is a speech-language pathologist, wife, and mother of three living in Winter Park, Florida. Melissa’s running story has many twists and turns, starting with avoiding running at all costs while growing up. After finishing her PhD in 2012 she unexpected and randomly decided to start running. Melissa’s determination and goal-oriented nature led her to complete many Disney races and a total of 12 marathons. She shares lessons from training and races that everyone can learn from. Melissa also talks about how her interest in the Boston Marathon evolved and how she finally qualified at the 2017 Snickers Marathon. Listeners will be challenged and inspired by Melissa as she encourages runners of all abilities to believe in themselves and to do something every day that puts them closer to their goal.
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This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Melissa’s Instagram @isamarathoner, Melissa’s Facebook
Shelly Bush lives in northern Utah and is a mom to two boys, a wife, and works for a local school district. In her youth, Shelly hated to run, avoiding it all costs by participating in sports that didn’t require running. Things changed for Shelly at the age of 35 when she was inspired at the finish line of the St. George Marathon, causing her to start running and change her life. Shelly tells us how her life was turned upside down by bankruptcy and divorce, and how running was a part of the ups and downs of life. Running provided Shelly clarity, strength and endurance in life and running, and she tells us how her running community was an integral part to this. We learn how Shelly’s one and only marathon went and how an active and healthy lifestyle is a priority for her family. Shelly challenges us to put ourselves in situations where we can be inspired, to lose your excuses, and to adapt to life.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Shelly’s Instagram @shellyluv2run
Calum Neff is an operations manager for an oil field company, husband, father to three young daughters, coach, and a volunteer. Even with these countless responsibilities, Calum has achieved something most runners never even dream of achieving, holding two Guinness World Records. Calum tells us about his half marathon and marathon records while pushing a stroller, and also talks about how running with his children is a benefit to everyone in his family. We also talk with Calum about helping with Hurricane Harvey rescue and relief efforts, as well as his love for coaching and giving back to the running community.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Calum Neff’s Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Website
On this Veterans Day-themed episode of the Runified Podcast, we talk with two runners associated with Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), an organization with the mission of enriching the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. We first talk with Mike Erwin, the founder of Team RWB, who graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, served as an intelligence officer in Iraq and Afghanistan, and taught cadets at West Point. Mike has completed dozens of marathons and ultramarathons and shares helpful training advice and encouragement. We also learn about Mike’s recent book, Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude, and how Jim Collins wrote the foreword for the book. Host Matt Sorenson then speaks with Philip Swift, an Army veteran living in Houston Texas, about how he discovered Team RWB and serving our country in Iraq. Philip shares about how he got lazy after getting out of the army, and how Team RWB has not only helped him physically but how it has also helped him re-engage with people, becoming more social and making quality friends he can count on. We also talk about how Philip’s running community helped his family recover from Hurricane Harvey. Philip tells us why he loves trail running and how it’s helped his mental health, enabling him to become a better husband and father.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Team RWB’s Website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Mike’s book Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude
On this episode, host Matt Sorenson reflects on the 2017 New York City Marathon which was on November 5, 2017. Matt talks about his own marathon experience, interviews other runners, and talks to a couple volunteers as well.
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Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Kyle Dando’s Blog
Kevin Brown lives in Utah, is married with four young children, and is in a band. He started running track and field in junior high with friends but didn’t get serious with endurance athletics until the age of 22 when he ran his first marathon. Kevin shares his inspiration behind his running and also lets us know why he tends to “go big or go home” when it comes to running, cycling, and triathlon. We talk about the Boston Marathon, the St. George Marathon, getting hit by a car, and the importance of Strava and the running community. Kevin believes that hard work, family support, and friends have made his athletic achievements possible. He challenges our listeners to set big goals and to chase their dreams. Kevin is married to Lindsey Brown, our guest on episode 71, and continues our conversation about incorporating fitness with young children. We recommend you listen to Lindsey’s episode to get the full story behind this amazing couple.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Kevin’s Strava, Lindsey Brown’s Instagram @triandtrailgirl (Kevin’s wife)
Runified is proud to be a part of The Running Podcast Network alongside Man Bun Run, Training for Ultra, The Negative Splits, and Heartland Running. Together, we release a running-related podcast every day of the workweek.
Lindsey Brown lives in Utah, is a wife, a mom of four, and somehow finds time to be an avid runner and triathlete. We chat with Lindsey about how their family makes rock climbing, biking, hiking, cycling, and running a priority as they strive to keep a tight-knit and active family. Lindsey shares how she became a runner and the unique and personal reasons she pushes herself towards some audacious goals. We talk adoption, the Boston Marathon, Ironman triathlons, balancing life with training, volunteering, and much more.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Lindsey’s Instagram @triandtrailgirl
Runified is proud to be a part of The Running Podcast Network alongside Man Bun Run, Training for Ultra, The Negative Splits, and Heartland Running. Together, we release a running-related podcast every day of the workweek.
Ian Aman lives in the Calgary area, has been married for 20 years and has three children. Ian played hockey growing up and found cross country running in high school. As he got older, Ian loved that he could continue running and compete against yourself. Ian has since completed eight full marathons, including the Boston Marathon and Chicago Marathon, and he describes why he loves this race distance. Ian shares the significant power marathons and training has had on his mind, enabling him to discover what he’s really capable of. We talk with Ian about how his children have become involved in running and track and field, inspiring others and the running community. Ian also shares about a 1600 kilometer / 1000 mile running journey he completed to raise money and awareness for mental health, as well as his coaching business Legacy Endurance, and his new book Soul Runner. Ian challenges our listeners to get out of the box, refuse to be average and to live a life worth remembering.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Ian’s Coaching Website, Ian’s Soul Runner Book, Ian’s Instagram @ianamanrun, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
Runified is proud to be a part of The Running Podcast Network alongside Man Bun Run, Training for Ultra, The Negative Splits, and Heartland Running. Together, we release a running-related podcast every day of the workweek.
Rylee McDermott lives in the Salt Lake City area in Utah. When he’s not working as a lawyer, he’s busy parenting his daughter or running. Rylee tells us how he found running a few years ago as he was recovering from his divorce. We talk about a number of marathons Rylee has completed, including awkward and funny stories. Rylee loves the pageantry of the marathon and shares how he has to get creative with his training schedule while being a single dad. We also chat with Rylee about his podcast, Man Bun Run, which is a part of the Running Podcast Network. Rylee advises the Runified community to enjoy the journey and process of running and to encourage others to get outside and join them.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Man Bun Run Instagram @manbunrun, Facebook, Twitter, iTunes Podcast
Runified is proud to be a part of The Running Podcast Network alongside Man Bun Run, Training for Ultra, The Negative Splits, and Heartland Running. Together, we release a running-related podcast every day of the workweek.
Leanne Rosser is a busy mom, wife and ultrasound technician living on a ranch outside of Houston, Texas. Even though Leanne ran track in high school, it wasn’t until later in life till she learned to love distance running. She has since run 15 marathons and shares the highs and lows from her more memorable races, including the Boston Marathon. Leanne also shares how her training is different from others and how her running group has helped her reach her goals. We talk about a recent skin cancer diagnosis and how that has changed her perspective on running and life. Leanne challenges everyone, especially runners, to get their skin checked regularly.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Leanne’s Instagram @lulurunstexas
Runified is proud to be a part of The Running Podcast Network alongside Man Bun Run, Training for Ultra, The Negative Splits, and Heartland Running. Together, we release a running-related podcast every day of the workweek.
Runified takes a break from our normal episodes to talk about running safety given a couple recent events here in Austin, Texas. We speak with a local police officer, a running group leader, and an individual runner to hear their perspective on safety while running. Guest share helpful advice and encouragement as we all seek to enjoy running in a safe manner.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Runified is proud to be a part of The Running Podcast Network alongside Man Bun Run, Training for Ultra, The Negative Splits, and Heartland Running. Together, we release a running-related podcast every day of the workweek.
Iain Nelson currently resides in Syracuse, New York. When he's not running or training for his next ultra you could find him on a golf course, reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. In the early 2000's, Iain started running a few miles to stay in shape while living in Houston, TX. It wasn't until after 2008, after he moved to Detroit, MI that Iain began participating in races as a purely social endeavor and to spend time with friends. In the podcast, Iain shares his story of taking a giant leap from half marathons as a way to socialize to a different type of competitive race, ultra marathons. We talk with Iain about life lessons that help him in both running and life, as well as running back-to-back ultras as he prepares for his first 100-miler. He also shares helpful advice and quotes from Steve Prefontaine, Admiral William McRaven, and John Wooden.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Iain Nelson’s LinkedIn, Facebook, 5 Reminders for Ultra Running and Life, 13.1 to 100k...What I learned or reconfirmed about myself after I ran my first Ultra (100k)!
Runified is proud to be a part of The Running Podcast Network alongside Man Bun Run, Training for Ultra, The Negative Splits, and Heartland Running. Together, we release a running-related podcast every day of the workweek.
Jens Jakob Andersen hails from Denmark and describes himself as an active person who loves mountains, nature, meditation, dogs, and numbers. When he’s not wearing socks and sandals you can find him doing short steep running races up mountains while trail running. His love for numbers and analytics led him to analyze over 35 million race results, leading to some interesting findings he tells us about. We also chat with Jens about his company and website, RunRepeat.com, a large independent database for running shoe reviews. Jens shares the difference between a good shoe and popular shoe and strongly believes that finding the best running shoe is a unique and personal effort and that trusting your gut and visiting a running shoe retailer can help. We end our conversation with Jens telling us why he challenges listeners to have one singular goal in running.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
RunRepeat.com Website, Jens Facebook, RunRepeat Running Studies, RunRepeat Best Rated Running Shoes, Email: jens@runrepeat.com
Jenn Kistler-McCoy lives in Sacramento, California and stays busy with her husband, young daughter, and her growing business. Jenn became a runner in her senior year of high school via cross country 17 years ago and has been running ever since. She has since finished four marathons with a personal record of 3:18. We talk with Jenn about her current training group and friends, her goal of breaking the three-hour barrier, and the Boston Marathon. Jenn tells us about the thriving and award winning business she started a year ago called Sac Running Tours. We also talk about running with children, including training and racing with an Olympian while pushing a running stroller. She shares advice in life and running as well as challenging our listeners to not be afraid to change your dreams in running and life.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Sac Running Tours Website, Instagram @sacrunningtours, Facebook, Jenn’s Personal Instagram @seejennrun
Bernie Calcote lives in Austin, Texas, is married with three kids and is a home builder. After getting married Bernie started running to keep his wife company when she was running early in the morning. Running enabled Bernie to further connect with and love his wife, but what he didn’t expect was to also fall in love with running. Bernie describes how trail running allows him to connect with himself and the creator. We talk about making running a priority and how Bernie and his wife have used running to help the adoption community through the Chosen Half Marathon and 5K in New Braunfels, TX. Not only have they been able to raise money for the general cause and specific families, but they also have used the race to support their own adoption. Bernie shares some great running advice and challenges our community to make the sacrifice to go run.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Ninja Running Team, Chosen Half Marathon & 5K, Chosen Care, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Crystal Hadnott lives in Houston, Texas. An injury in 2005 resulted in temporary paralysis on one side of her body from hip to foot. When doctors said she’ll need a cane and always walk with a limp, she told them that she wanted to run a marathon. This can-do attitude enabled Crystal to change her life, including running over 100 marathons and half marathons combined and currently training for an ultramarathon. Crystal found pilates to be critical to her recovery and has even developed her own form of pilates and started her own business called Synergy Total Holistic Health and Wellness. Crystal tells us why she can often be found running in pearls and red lipstick, shares helpful running advice, and challenges our listeners to believe in themselves.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Crystal Hadnott’s Website, Crystal’s Instagram, Synergy Total Holistic Health and Wellness Website
Nico Ericksen-Deriso, Bailee Mulholland, Charlie Watson, Sadie Witt, and Ziv Epstein met up with Runified Podcast host Matt Sorenson while they were in Austin, TX on their Running Road Trip. The mission of The Running Road Trip is to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease research. Partnering with the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, their team is traversing all 48 contiguous United States, visiting and running in every state while spreading the word as they attempt to reach their donation goal. Before and during an easy run on a beautiful trail, Matt talks with the team about their favorite runs so far, how they have been able to connect with both the running and Alzheimer’s community, and has fun learning about stories from their adventure.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
The Running Roadtrip Website, Donate to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Email: therunningroadtrip@gmail.com
Roy Smalley is from Wisconsin and is a personal trainer, and group exercise instructor, volunteer firefighter, hazmat response team member, husband, father, musician, volunteer, and cook. When he’s not busy with these things, you can find Roy running, but this wasn’t always the case. Roy shares how he was never active until later in life, when he realized he needed to make a change. We learn how Roy went from 250 pounds to 170 pounds through a weight loss competition, eating smarter, triathlon, and running. Roy also shares about how it was also the pending adoption of his daughter that inspired him to live a healthier lifestyle. Roy has run several marathons, half Ironmans, half marathons, obstacle course races, and many other shorter distances. We also learn how Roy uses running and exercise to help others, whether it be at a substance abuse rehabilitation facility, starting a running club at a non-profit coffee shop, or raising money for adoption or cancer-related causes. Roy shares training advice and challenges our listeners to never think that it’s too late to reinvent yourself and make significant changes.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Roy Smalley’s Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
This episode is Part II of our conversation with Kristen Kirkland (Part I is Episode 58). We continue talking with about her personal connection with the work that Every Mother Counts supports to help make pregnancy and childbirth safe for every mother, everywhere. Kristen shares a story about participating in the Hood to Coast Relay with Every Mother Counts. We learn about a number of ways runners can get involved with the organization, including running the New York City Marathon. Kristen shares training advice and challenges all our listeners to bring purpose to your running, no matter what it is.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Every Mother Counts Website, Facebook, Instagram, Team EMC Instagram, teamemc@everymothercounts.org
Kristen Kirkland lives in New York and has always been a runner. Running has always been a part of family activities and she ran her first marathon in college. Kristen has run 13 marathons, an ultra marathon, and has qualified for the Boston Marathon. Kristen tells us about an amazing non-profit called Every Mother Counts, a group with the goal of making pregnancy and childbirth safe for every mother, everywhere. We talk with Kristen about how running is integral to the efforts of Every Mother Counts and how the common theme of distance enables runners to connect with the purpose of the organization. This episode is Part I of our conversation with Kristen and be sure to listen to episode 059 for Part II.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Every Mother Counts Website, Facebook, Instagram, Team EMC Instagram, teamemc@everymothercounts.org
Tania Glenn started running in college and trained for her first marathon at the age of 30 after going through a significant breakup. She has since run 10 marathons, including the Boston Marathon. As a crisis and disaster response therapist for first responders, Tania helps those suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health issues. Tania shares how running helps her patients recover from very significant events and diagnoses. As a runner, Tania shares running advice and stories from her races and challenges listeners to help veterans and first responders.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Tania Glenn’s Website, Facebook, Twitter
After suffering from a heart attack and cardiac arrest, Shane Johnson found himself with a number of side effects and taking 13 different medications. Through changing his nutrition and becoming physically active, including running, he was able to completely turn around his health. Shane has now run a number of marathons and ultramarathons, including the Twin Cities Marathon as a Medtronic Global Hero. His advice for runners is to not ever give up on yourself and to not let a medical diagnosis stop you from living life. Shane’s story provides inspiration and motivation for runners of all types and abilities, as he wants to be a beacon of hope for others diagnosed with heart disease as he continues running for his life.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Shane’s Facebook Profile, Wounded Heart Project Website, Medtronic Global Heroes
On this episode, we continue the theme of SportsBraSquad from the previous episode with Jessie Barnes, Teresa Krammer, and Vanessa Mitchell from Austin, TX. If you haven’t listened to episode 54 yet, please listen before listening to this one. We attended the Global Sports Bra Squad Day event on June 24, 2017, in Austin and we share sound bites and thoughts from the leaders of the event as well as participants. These ladies speak about having a positive body image, and how this movement and their community has helped them become more confident and strong in their own skin.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
#SportsBraSquadATX Facebook Group, Austin event, @thejessiest, @slimt1213, @sunshineface, Kelly Roberts original #SportsBraSquad post, Run, Selfie, Repeat Website, list of 2017 Global Sports Bra Squad events
On this episode, we have Jessie Barnes, Teresa Krammer, and Vanessa Mitchell from Austin, TX. After, learning about the growing #SportsBraSquad movement Kelly Roberts started, this group of running friends felt led to be a part of fostering a supportive place where women can shed their insecurities and step out of their comfort zone. In 2016 they hosted a Sports Bra Squad event in Austin, TX which encouraged women of all ages and body types, and they will be hosting their second event on June 24, 2017, for Global Sports Bra Squad Day. Jessie, Teresa, and Vanessa are honest and vulnerable, sharing personal stories about their own struggles with body image, and how this movement and their community has helped them become more confident and strong in their own skin. Our guests also share running advice and challenge our listeners to join a community and to base your self-worth and body image on your talents and strength, not the shape of your body.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
#SportsBraSquadATX Facebook Group, Austin event, @thejessiest, @slimt1213, @sunshineface, Kelly Roberts original #SportsBraSquad post, Run, Selfie, Repeat Website, list of 2017 Global Sports Bra Squad events
Bam Garcia is a husband, father, UPS truck driver, and all around great guy from Tyler, Texas. Bam’s competitive and addictive personality got the best of him when he was in his early twenties and he struggled with addiction for 15 years. After a friend introduced him to running in the fall of 2014 he quickly realized running is where he needed to be. Bam shares how running has helped him replace a destructive addition with a constructive one, and how he achieved his goal of going from the couch to losing fifty pounds and running the Boston Marathon. Bam describes how he loves to give back to the running community by encouraging others via social media and meeting new people at every race he runs. Listen as he provides helpful training advice and motivates our community to have a whatever it takes attitude.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Bam Garcia’s Instagram @bamup_runner
Keighly Rector is a lawyer, proud cat mom, and former competitive Irish step dancer from New York. While Keighly started running while in law school as a form of stress relief, she also found that running helped with her long-term battle with an eating disorder. Keighly opens up and shares how running and a reframed view of fitness and nutrition has helped her develop a positive relationship with her own body. With a balanced and holistic approach to training, fitness, nutrition; she finds herself stronger and faster, but more importantly, with decreased disorder behaviors and less anxiety and depression. Keighly is a recently Boston Marathon qualifier and provides helpful advice and encouragement to our listeners, focusing on listening to your body and taking the time to care for yourself.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Keighly’s Instagram @keighlyerin, National Eating Disorder Association Website, Something Fishy Website
Runified Podcast host Matt Sorenson reflects on common themes that were present throughout the last 30 episodes of the Runified Podcast. He focuses the topics of the Boston Marathon, training, diversity, veterans, overcoming obstacles, epic adventures, and changing lives with running. This is a great chance to learn what Runified is all about! Our guests in the past 30 episodes are Audrey Springer, Victoria Phillippi, Chris Sanders, Shawanna White, Deyl Kearin, Stacy Holden, Sasha Wolff, Ben Jacobs, Kim Eagle, Arne Robertson, Marcel van der Kuil, Steph Cash Hogan, Martinus Evans, Bill O’Shields, Kate McKenzie, Martin Parnell, Thom Singer, BethAnn Telford, Ben Luke Smith, Nico Ericksen-Deriso, Mark Sutcliffe, Martina O’Connell, Bonnie Yesian, Eric Spears, Zuleyma Chazari, Adele Garcia, and Andy Cloud. We chat about the marathon, half marathon, ultramarathons, trail running, injury, training, running advice, coaching, challenges in life, mental health, education, technology, nutrition, and more.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Andy Cloud is a 39-year-old family man from Carthage, MO. When he’s not busy with his job, family, church, or other hobbies, he can be found running around southwest Missouri competing in everything from 5Ks to ultramarathons, but this wasn’t always the case. About five years ago Andy was very overweight, pre-diabetic, and had other health issues such as sleep apnea. He realized that he needed to change something. Though his faith, community, and inspiration from the 2013 Boston Marathon, Andy found the courage and discipline to improve his lifestyle. Andy shares how changes in his eating habits, exercising and connecting with other people enabled him to make this significant change in his life, losing over 130 pounds. He encourages our listeners to lean on others and your community, reminding us that running and life are hard and we don’t need to do it alone. Andy gives back to the running community by being a co-host of the Heartland Running Podcast and a race director for the Rallye 66 5K and Ranger Run benefiting Peterson Outdoor Ministries.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Heartland Running Website, Heartland Running Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Rallye 66 5K and Ranger Run, Peterson Outdoor Ministries
Adele Garcia lives in Michigan and started running in high school but never really liked it. After being injured by a roadside bomb while serving in the Army, Adele returned home with post-traumatic stress and survivor's guilt. She grew to love running as she found it to be an effective tool for channeling the negative energy and stress in a positive way. Adele has since run marathons and ultramarathons, as well as used running for more than just herself, including starting an event called Upward Spiral, a 24-hour run/walk to raise awareness around depression, self-harm, suicide, bullying, and mental health. She shares her inspiration behind starting Upward Spiral, the impact they have made so far, and her dreams for the program’s future. If you enjoy this episode, make sure to listen to Episode 28 with Sasha Wolff from Still I Run.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Upward Spiral on Facebook, upwardspiral.mi@gmail.com
Zuleyma Chazari is a hardworking student who is currently a biology major and junior at the University of Southern California. One of the ways she learned the power of hard work and setting goals was by training for and running her first marathon at the age of 12 with help from the Students Run LA program. Zuleyma tells us how the program and becoming a runner helped her become more socially and culturally aware since she was able to interact with some many different types of people while training and racing. Students Run LA and running has provided Zuleyma confidence and friends who are more like a family to her. Now having run seven marathons with the program, Zuleyma also gives back to the program by volunteering her own time to help students become who they want to be and to succeed in life and to make sure they know someone believes in them. If you want to learn more about the Students Run LA program, be sure to listen to the previous episode, 47, with one the founders Eric Spears.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Students Run LA Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube
Eric Spears started running by tagging along with his father as he was getting back to health after a heart attack, training for a 5K. Even though while as a kid he thought he would die when having to run the mile, it was children who inspired him to become a marathoner. While as a high school teacher in Los Angeles, he and a couple other teachers wanted to find a way to help at-risk kids. They started Students Run LA, a program that uses running to help students with character building and goal setting, by training for and running the Los Angeles Marathon. What started as a humble program has now grown to a program serving 175 schools. Eric tells us why he is so passionate about this program and how running has changed over 63,000 students lives, as well as his own.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Students Run LA Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, eric@srla.org
On this episode, host Matt Sorenson talks with three people he met while in Boston for the 2017 Boston Marathon. Listen as Jonathan “Scooby” Bolha, Jessica Marlier, and Kojo Kyereme tell Matt about their plans for the race and what Boston means for them. Matt also reflects on his own race and shares how previous Runified Podcast guests fared, such as Audrey Springer (episode 21), Steph Cash Hogan (episode 33), Bonnie Yessian (episode 45), and BethAnn Telford (episodes 39 and 40).
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Jonathan “Scooby” Bolha’s Instagram, Jessica Marlier’s Instagram, Kojo Kyereme’s Twitter
Bonnie Yesian started running in order to stay healthy when she started college, and gradually increased mileage up to the marathon. Having now run 21 marathons, Bonnie has learned a lot about running and training. Bonnie shares how she first learned about and qualified for the Boston Marathon, and shares some stories about past races. Having now completed 10 Boston Marathons, and preparing for 11th in 2017, Bonnie provides our listeners some advice on qualifying for Boston and training for this amazing race! Bonnie trains with Gilbert’s Gazelles, a running group in Austin, TX.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Gilbert’s Gazelles
Martina O’Connell started running in her teens as a way to deal with stress and feel good. Little did she know that this would increase over the years and turn into marathons and now trail running and ultra marathon distances. We talk with Martina about how she loves the sense of adventure while running, and we even chat about porcupines. Martina shares how she finds balance with her very busy life, which also includes her five boys, her husband, and a full-time job. As she is currently battling significant injuries, Martina tells us how she stays motivated while she can’t run. Martina also inspires runners to have fun while they run and encourages them to not wait till they find the perfect time to run.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Martina’s Instagram @marathonergonerogue
At the age of 30, Mark Sutcliffe began to run to get in better shape and because he was bored of working out in the gym. For years, Mark worked towards a goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon, which he accomplished in the 20th marathon he ran. Mark shares his running journey and the history of the Boston Marathon in his book, Long Road to Boston. We also learn about the magazine and podcast Mark started, iRun, as well as a story about Mark running with author Malcolm Gladwell. Mark also shares running advice, training inspiration, and a challenge for the Runified community.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Mark Sutcliffe’s Website, Long Road to Boston Book, Twitter, Facebook, iRun Magazine, iRun Podcast
Nico Ericksen-Deriso is a senior at Case Western Reserve University, where he runs track and field. His grandfather helped him discover running at the early age of four by running the Bolder Boulder 10K in Colorado and his love of exploration has led him trail running and running longer distances. Nico shares stories about his running experiences as well as the inspiration behind The Running Road Trip, in which Nico and his friends are planning to run in all 48 contiguous states to raise money for Cure Alzheimer's Fund, a nonprofit funding research with the highest probability of preventing, slowing, or reversing Alzheimer’s disease. Listen as Nico also provides advice and challenges for runners of all abilities. Nico will join the Runified podcast again after the Running Road Trip takes place.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Ben Luke Smith grew up in a small town in Alabama and spent his early years as most kids do, playing youth team sports and riding his bike. Ben describes how a series of very unfortunate events in his life over the past several years has shaped who he is as a man and runner. From being held at gunpoint, to losing his mom and others from cancer, Ben has encountered and overcome many obstacles in life. We talk with Ben about obstacle course racing, such as Tough Mudders, Spartan Races, Rugged Maniac, and Warrior Dash, and how his faith, fitness, and running have helped him continue to recover from PTSD and become stronger and more resilient. Ben has served in the U.S. Air Force since 2010 and encourages listeners to always keep going and never stop. He also reminds runners that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness, and challenges listeners to always lend a helping hand to others.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Ben Luke Smith’s Facebook, Instagram, Montgomery Advertiser Article
BethAnn Telford continues telling her story from Episode 39 by talking about her recent experience running the 2017 World Marathon Challenge, which consists of 7 marathons in 7 consecutive days in 7 continents. As the first competitor with live cancer in her body, she used this race as a platform to spread hope for those with brain cancer and to raise money for Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure. BethAnn shares stories about other competitors like Ryan Hall and Michael Wardian and how they all came together as a community to help each other achieve their goals. We reflect on the reason BethAnn continues to run and she challenges runners of all abilities to find a cause they believe in to run for, and to help others join the running community.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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BethAnn’s Website, BethAnn's World Marathon Challenge, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
BethAnn Telford began running in high school as a requirement to participate on her field hockey and soccer teams. After 9/11, BethAnn moved to Washington, DC and quickly began running marathons. In the 19th mile of the 2004 Marine Corps Marathon, BethAnn had an odd experience, leading to her discovering that she had a frontal lobe brain tumor. After surgery and recovery, BethAnn was back running the Marine Corps Marathon the following year. BethAnn has been utilizing her gift of life and running to raise money for Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure, an amazing organization supporting cutting-edge brain cancer research. To date, she has run a couple hundred marathons and has finished numerous endurance races and triathlons. BethAnn continues her story on Episode 40 in Part II, which will release on March 13, 2017.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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BethAnn’s Website, BethAnn's World Marathon Challenge, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
When Thom Singer first joined the Runified Podcast on Episode 5, he was a non-runner. Over the past year, Thom has eased into the life of a runner and shares the many different ways running has improved his life. Thom talks about training for and running his first half marathon. We also talk about how running has been a source of inspiration to further his own business and career, and likens his running transition and journey to challenges and progression and in the business world. As a professional speaker, Thom speaks about the Paradox of Potential, which he thought of while running. Thom challenges listeners to encourage others to start running by actively helping them through the transition from non-runner to runner.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Thom Singer’s Website, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
Martin Parnell never excelled at a single sport until his brother challenged him to a marathon at the age of 47. Martin quickly realized that he has the unique ability to run for very long distances and time. In cycling across Africa and playing sports with children along the way, Martin realized the power that sports can have in the lives of youth. Martin took his desire to help others through running to an extreme level in 2010 where he ran 250 marathons in one year to raise money for Right to Play. We talk with Martin about his epic adventures and how a serious health concern nearly took his life. Martin shares details about his recovery and the inspiration for his most recent journey, a marathon in Afghanistan. Martin continues the conversation from Episode 36 with Kate McKenzie and opens listeners eyes to the reality women face in this very different country. Martin shares his stories in two books and challenges runners to do something to help others with their running.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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The Secret Marathon Website, Film Trailer, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Martin’s Website, Facebook, Twitter
Kate McKenzie started running as a young child, feeling free as the wind ran through her hair. More recently, Kate made the jump from running 10k races to running her full marathon in Afghanistan. Kate shares the reasons behind the decision to run this marathon and tells us about the amazing film her team is creating called The Secret Marathon. The story Kate shares is one of hope and courage, sharing the reality that Afghan women face when trying to run. Not only does Kate want to shed light on inequality these women face, but she also wants to erase the stigma surrounding Afghanistan, as she describes her experience. Kate will open your eyes to a different world of running and challenge you to be a part of the change she is determined to see in this world. Be sure to check out the recently released trailer for the film and tune in next week where we will talk with Kate’s coach, Martin Parnell.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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The Secret Marathon Website, Film Trailer, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Running found Bill O’Shields when he was serving a 15-year sentence in a federal penitentiary for robbing a bank. While in jail, Bill trained with fellow prisoners and quickly ramped up to running 70 miles a week, mostly on a half-mile track within the prison walls. After reading about the Boston Marathon in Runner’s World in 2007, Bill decided that running this race would be his goal. After being released he immediately began running, eventually qualifying for the 2016 Boston Marathon. Bill shares helpful training advice and challenges our listeners to be open to everyone's situation and background and to not judge others. Bill’s motto of “run free” has meant a lot to him and he shares his story in his book Behind the wall to the Boston Marathon 2016. Bill loves to inspire others with his story while sharing his message of hope and freedom. Running has brought Bill to amazing places, including meeting Ryan Hall, Meb Keflezighi, and Bart Yasso.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Bill’s Book, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
Martinus Evans is not your typical runner. As a competitive football player, he always looked for ways to run the least amount possible while on the field. What started as a snide comment about his health from his doctor in 2012 turned into a love of running. Martinus is now a marathoner, a running coach, motivational speaker, blogger, and podcast host; all with the common goal of inspiring runners of all abilities to achieve more than they could ever think was possible. In our interview Martinus shares training advice, inspiration from his story, as well providing a unique perspective on running as a “back of the pack” runner. Be sure to check out 300PoundsAndRunning.com/runified for a special offer for Runified listeners, a free beginners guide to running.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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300 Pounds and Running Website, Podcast, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Steph Cash Hogan is a first-grade teacher living in Saratoga Springs, NY. Through college, she was athletic and played lacrosse, but always disliked running. A few years ago Steph was going through a stressful period in her life and needed to do something for herself. What started with running 30 minutes on her lunch break turned into accomplishing much more than she could ever imagine, including running several half marathons, three full marathons and qualifying for the Boston Marathon. Steph shares her running journey and amazing stories about the running community. She provides training tips for runners of all abilities and motivates them to reach their goals and to inspire others with their stories.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Steph’s Blog, Facebook, Instagram
Marcel van der Kuil has been running for 25 years. What started as a way to cope with significant heartbreak, has now evolved into the goal of being a sustainable runner for the rest of his life. Running has taught Marcel a lot about himself, mainly through recovering from a very significant and freak injury to his lower leg. Marcel has a well-rounded and balanced approach to fitness and life, including the Marathon Revolution methodology based on heart rate, and the Quantified Self approach. Marcel’s passions for technology, entrepreneurship and sport led him to start a company called SensoRun, as well as a Meetup group called Running 20/20, with the goal of accelerating the innovation of the running experience by bringing together scientists, runners, and entrepreneurs. Marcel challenges runners to connect with themselves and others, sharing the joy that can be found in running.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Marcel’s LinkedIn, Twitter
Arne Robertson was inspired to start running through a combination of internal and external promptings. From the initial mile he ran, to the marathons he has completed, running has helped him in many ways. We learn about lessons learned in his races and Arne humbly provides training and running advice. He also inspires listeners by challenging every runner to be an inspiration for others, as well as remember and acknowledge those who inspire you.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Running with Arne Robertson, Arne’s Personal Facebook Page
Kim Eagle is a nutrition coach, helping athletes across the world reach their fitness and nutrition goals with her Earn That Body programs. Kim became a runner a couple years before her son was born. After training for marathons by herself for years, she found that training with a coach and group enabled her to reach new levels. We talk with Kim about how she became a nutrition and fitness coach and how she has turned her love for fitness and nutrition into a thriving business. We talk about nutrition for long distance runners and Kim provides very helpful advice for runners of all abilities. Kim provides a special offer for our listeners you won’t want to miss.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2017” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Earn That Body Website, Earn That Body Podcast, Protein Powder Recipe, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Ben Jacobs started running in 7th grade to get in shape for hockey. He gradually learned to enjoy running and especially appreciated the community and team aspect, leading to running competitively in college. We chat with Ben about how he became a coach at the university level, as well as some injury and recovery advice. Ben also recently began coaching with a previous guest of ours on Episode 22, Victoria Phillippi with Run4PRs. Ben also tells us how he loves to give back to the running community and he’ll tell us about a nonprofit he launched in the twin cities of Minnesota called Rolling Thunder. Ben coaches athletes of all levels with custom plans. Be sure to listen for a special offer from Ben and Run4PRs.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Run4PRs Website, Instagram, Ben’s Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Email
Sasha Wolff started running in 2012 when her depression and anxiety flared up. She quickly fell in love with running and found that pushing herself and accomplishing goals helped her cope and manage her mental health challenges. Sasha recently started a group called Still I Run, that encourages people to run for their physical and mental health, raises awareness of mental health issues and seeks to stop the stigma surrounding mental health. Sasha tells us about the motivation behind this group, what it is all about, and explains what their logo means. She provides runners of all abilities helpful advice and reminds us that we are not alone, and there are communities like Still I Run that can help. You can purchase Still I Run products on their Etsy shop and find out more at their website.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Still I Run’s Website, Blog, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Etsy Shop
Stacy Holden is a native Houstonian who discovered running at the early age of seven with her parents. At age 10, she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and used running as a way to manage her disease. Stacy ran her first marathon at the age of 12 and has run consistently ever since. Stacy recently published a book entitled People of Memorial Park: Stories From Houston's Favorite Trail. Her book beautifully shares 45 amazing stories of people who frequent the park and running trail. Stacy tells us about the inspiration for the book and her efforts collecting the stories. She also describes a few of the stories that not only entertain and educate but also inspire readers. Stacy challenges listeners to share their stories since everyone has a valuable story that can inspire and help others. Be sure to check out the book’s website where you can purchase the book.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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People of Memorial Park Website, Facebook, Instagram
Deyl Kearin returns to the Runified Podcast (previously on episode 16) after completing the Grand to Grand Ultra, a six-stage, 170-mile race, starting at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon in Arizona and finishing at the Grand Staircase in Utah. Deyl talks about this amazing running experience and how he uses his ability to run to improve the lives of others through Run4Poverty and Opportunity International. Opportunity International helps people in third world countries by providing significant microfinance loans. Deyl talks about how his family, friends, donors, training partners, and a random stranger Jonathan, all made his race possible. He also talks about how running ultra marathons for others enables him to connect with and help people around the world through the money he raises. Deyl would love to have others join him with Run4Poverty, so please, reach out to Deyl if you have any interest in using your running for something bigger than yourself. You can reach Deyl at dkearin@gmail.com.
Shawanna White began running in high school and quickly found her passion. Her desire to keep improving has kept her running through the years. Shawanna loves racing everything from the 5K to the marathon and she working towards a goal of qualifying for the Olympic Trials for the marathon. Shawanna tells us about a significant injury that kept her away from running for 6 months and what made it possible for her to return to running stronger than ever. She also shares helpful advice for runners of all abilities. Shawanna’s positive attitude and energy are contagious and you’ll be sure to take something of value away from her interview. Shawanna is sponsored by Skechers Performance, Zensah, and Greenville Running Company.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Shawanna’s Instagram, Facebook
Chris Sanders found running at an early age and was almost immediately drawn to the relationships and connections with his teammates. After running cross country in college, Chris gradually increased the distance he runs, having now completed 10 marathons as well as 3 Ironman races. Chris loves pushing the limits of his body and even races up skyscrapers! We talk with Chris about pushing the perceived physical limits of our bodies and how technology helps us connect with our body as well as others. Chris is passionate about connected health and how technology can enable us to not only understand more about our bodies but also engage us in our own health more. He mentions a handful of startups making a difference in this industry, such as humon, WHOOP, and HealthRhythms.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Chris Sanders Website, Twitter, Instagram, Athlinks
On this episode, host Matt Sorenson reflects on the recent Presidential election and the effects it is having. We as Americans are all different, but the common bond of running ties us together, making “we the runners” stronger as a group than any one of us individually. Running is a unique avenue or tool that has the amazing power to bring people together, as well as positively change individuals, communities, and the world. Matt reflects on personal experiences, the stories of previous podcast guests, and challenges the Runified Community with simple yet meaningful things they can do. This message revolves around the belief that running together, as well as running for others, can help heal, unify and strengthen our nation.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Victoria Phillippi started running in high school by simply running around the block in the neighborhood. In college, Victoria started running 5K races and ended up running on the cross country team. Her coach took a chance on her and taught her how to truly train, believed in her ability and opportunity to improve. Since then, Victoria has run 16 marathons and has qualified for the Boston Marathon 11 times with a personal record of 3:14. Victoria started coaching runners by helping her mom prepare for a 5K for her 50th birthday, and is now certified by the Road Runners Club of America. Through her business, Run4PRs, Victoria coaches athletes of all abilities with customized plans, helping runners reach their goals in a way that works with their lifestyle. Make sure you listen for a special offer Victoria is offering to our listeners.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Run4PRs Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Email (irun4prs@gmail.com)
Audrey Springer joins the Runified Podcast and tells us how she went from being a serious soccer player to a runner. Although she didn’t like running at first, she was drawn to the community and friendships. An unfortunate event also helped her realize that running was for something much bigger than herself. After college, Audrey decided to challenge herself with the marathon, a distance she idolized since childhood. She tells us how she recently qualified for the Boston Marathon and what she attributes this amazing accomplishment to, including an amazing running coach and training partner. Audrey also describes how she’s not a natural runner and gives advice for runners of all abilities. Her blog, Running the Alley, and Instagram account allow her to share her story and inspire others.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Audrey’s Running the Alley Blog, Audrey’s Instagram
Runified Podcast host Matt Sorenson reflects on common themes that were present throughout the first 19 episodes of the Runified Podcast. He focuses the topics of community, running for others, overcoming obstacles, and entrepreneurship while including sound clips from each episode. This is a great chance to learn what Runified is all about! Our guests in the first 19 episodes are Guthrie Hood, Mike Thompson, Talaya Frazier, Ben Abell, Stephen Lease, Thom Singer, Yvonne Treviño Hayek, Anna Quinlan, Ty Reagan, Jennifer Fisher, Jenni Lord, Jim Hall, Gilbert Tuhabonye, Deyl Kearin, Emily Allport, and Mike Gitre. We chat about the marathon, half marathon, ultra marathons, trail running, injury, training, running advice, coaching, challenges in life, nutrition, and more.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
On this episode of the Runified Podcast we talk with Mike Gitre about how he became a distance runner and how his running community and competitive personality have helped him recover from a very serious injury. Mike has a very unique perspective on recovering that runners of all abilities can learn from. Mike also shares stories about how his running community has been important to him in all aspects of life, including his most recent recovery process. Mike is an accomplished runner, having completed 10 marathons, including the Boston Marathon. He appreciates the unique nature of a running community and the strength and motivation that results.
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Yvonne Treviño Hayek joins us again on the Runified Podcast! Yvonne originally talked with us back in episode 6 where we talked about her 20-year journey to the Olympics as a long jumper. In this episode, we talk with her about her experience in Rio and her performance. Yvonne provides some very helpful advice for runners of all abilities.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
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Yvonne’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
In this episode of the Runified Podcast we are joined by the one and only Emily Allport. Emily hails from San Diego California where she started her very own running group. She began running when she signed up on a whim for a half marathon, but was really drawn to the community of runners that she was a part of while training for her first race. The social aspect of running was what led her to start a running group in San Diego when she moved there. Starting with only one friend, she went on to attract an amazing group of women that has been there for each other in good times and bad. We talk with Emily about how this running group has positively impacted her life as well as others. Emily also gives runners some helpful advice.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Emily Allport Fitness
We are joined by Deyl Kearin who tells us about how he went from being a one-and-done marathoner to literally running across the Sahara desert. Deyl will also tell us why he runs and let us know about his next race, Grand to Grand, which he’ll be running when this episode is released. For Deyl, from running a marathon to running ultra marathons, he has really learned to enjoy the experience and run for something bigger than himself. Deyl has used his ability to run to raise money for an amazing charity called Opportunity International through an effort he started called Run4Poverty. We’ll talk with Deyl about this and let you know how you can get involved and help people in 3rd world countries by providing significant microfinance loans through Opportunity International. Please consider heading over to Run4Poverty.org to learn more about Deyl’s endeavours and to donate.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Opportunity International, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
In this episode, we bring Gilbert Tuhabonye’s story to present day. Continuing from Parts I and II, Episodes 13 and 14 respectively, we talk to Gilbert about how he was able to forgive the people who tried to kill him. For Gilbert, running was a big part of this. We also talk to him about how he turned his story of loss and survival into hope by the way of the Gazelle Foundation, a nonprofit that provides clean drinking water for people in Burundi, Gilbert’s home country. We also talk with the president of the Gazelle Foundation, Peter Rauch. Peter is a long-time friend of Gilbert’s and he shares how the Gazelle Foundation was started on a long run while training for a marathon. Additionally, we talk about how the Gazelle Foundation enables runners all over the world to help people in Burundi, mainly with the Run for the Water.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified and our running podcast!
Link to buy Gilbert’s book, This Voice in My Heart
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Gilbert’s Gazelles Website, Gazelle Foundation Website, Run for the Water Website
As we continue Gilbert Tuhabonye’s story from Episode 13, Gilbert describes how he barely escaped with his life when the opposing tribe in Burundi attacked his school. We talk about physical recovery in terms of running, as well as emotional and spiritual healing. While in the hospital, Gilbert received a letter that gave him a newfound hope in continuing his running career. Eventually, he was able to come to the United States to train for the Olympics. Gilbert describes his college years, including being a national champion, as well as how he serendipitously found himself as a running coach in Austin, TX. We close Part II of Gilbert’s story by talking with Roberto Diaz, a young man whose life was changed by being coached by Gilbert in high school. Part III of Gilbert’s story will be released on September 19, 2016.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified!
Link to buy Gilbert’s book, This Voice in My Heart
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Gilbert’s Gazelles Website, Gazelle Foundation Website, Run for the Water Website
Gilbert Tuhabonye was born in Burundi, a small country in east-central Africa. Despite the natural beauty of Gilbert’s home country, Burundi has had a history of conflict between the Tutsi and Hutu tribes, which Gilbert describes in detail. This turmoil reached a peak on a day Gilbert will never forget, a day he barely escaped with his life. In Part I of our interview with Gilbert, he talks about growing up in Burundi and how running was a part of everyday life. He also describes how he began to run competitively in high school. Part I closes with Gilbert beginning to describe the day in which he almost lost his life. We also talk with Ryan Hess, a runner and owner of Ready to Run, a running shoe store in Austin, TX. Ryan shares how Gilbert and his story have influenced him as a runner and man. Part II of Gilbert’s story will be released on September 12, 2016.
This episode is hosted by Matt Sorenson and is sponsored by goodr. Use code “runified2016” at www.playgoodr.com for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified!
Link to buy Gilbert’s book, This Voice in My Heart
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Gilbert’s Gazelles Website, Gazelle Foundation Website, Run for the Water Website
We begin Part II of Jim Hall’s story, which is continued from Episode 11, by talking with his wife Vicki to hear her perspective on how running has changed Jim’s life. Vicki also shares how she became a runner, as well as how their children have found a love for running and how running has become a familiar affair. We then continue our conversation with Jim learning about another significant curveball life threw at him, involving some serious and unforeseen health problems, including cancer. Even though life has provided many challenges for Jim, he believes that he has so much to be thankful for, helping him keep a positive outlook on life. Jim also highlights how his running community has significantly influenced him in a positive way and encourages our listeners to share their love of running with other people.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount and to help support Runified!
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Although Jim Hall was an active child, as he moved into adulthood he became less active. In August of 2010, at the age of 35, a very difficult and unexpected event prompted Jim to commit to running his first marathon. This was a very significant decision because he never ran more than two miles before he started training. In Part I of our interview with Jim, we focus on the circumstances that led to this drastic change in his life, as well as the process by which he became a runner. Jim also tells us how he has found motivation to keep improving as a runner, to now running ultra marathons. In becoming a runner, Jim has also been blessed to be a part of an amazing running community that has encouraged him in running and life.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
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Jenni Lord fell in love with running when she had her first “runner’s high” in her late teens. When she was at the start line of her first half marathon, she realized that she needed to run for something more than herself. This was the genesis of Chosen, which is an organization that provides adoptive families financial, educational, and mentoring services. Additionally, they are involved in orphan and foster care around the world. We talk with Jenni about her running past, what motivated her to start Chosen, and also talk about some amazing stories that have resulted from their efforts. Jenni describes that the connection between adoption and running is quite natural, as they both take a lot of time, training, sacrifice, perseverance, and endurance. One way Chosen advocates for vulnerable children in need for homes is by organizing what has been called the “Prettiest Race in Texas”, which in it’s 7th year will be a 5K and half marathon. This year’s race is on November 19, 2016 in New Braunfels, TX. Use the discount code AB16MS for $5 off.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
Chosen Half Marathon & 5K, Chosen Care, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter,
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Jennifer Fisher went from being a shy bookworm in elementary school to now running marathons and clawing through mud pits. Jennifer developed a love for fitness early in life and was serendipitously introduced to the idea of the marathon via a stranger in a park, leading her to barely missing a qualifying time for the Olympic trials. The Fit Fork is Jennifer’s very popular blog where she shares recipes for quick, healthy, and delicious meals. In our time together, Jennifer shares tips for leading a busy, balanced, and healthy lifestyle alongside three teenage boys and her husband. We also learn how incorporating strength training and the POSE running technique with Valerie Hunt of RUNATX and BVM Crossfit has helped her grow stronger and avoid injury. Jennifer is a Beef Team Member, as well as an ambassador for a number of running and fitness related brands.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
The Fit Fork Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter,
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Ty Reagan joins the Runified Podcast to tell our community about how he went from following an unfulfilling career as a musician and band director to, through running, finding his path as a business owner and ultra marathon runner. Ty shares advice concerning setting goals and provides insight into what makes a great running coach. He is a co-founder of Motiv8 Health and Fitness, a fitness company with a holistic approach to running that helps their athletes stay injury-free. Ty lives in Austin, TX, loves trail running, and recently completed his first 100-mile race.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
Motiv8 Health and Fitness Website, Blog, Facebook, Instagram
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Anna Quinlan shares the story by which her son Noah joined their family through adoption and the reason Anna chose to run her first marathon. It’s a unique and amazing story of sacrifice, endurance, and hardship. She also provides some helpful lessons learned from training and completing for the Big Sur International Marathon, in which she also raised money for the charity Every Mother Counts. Anna lives in Sacramento, CA, is the mother of two active boys, and is a professional writer.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
Anna Quinlan’s Website, Instagram, CrowdRise, The Hardest Mile
Every Mother Counts Website, Run for EMC, Instagram
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Yvonne Treviño Hayek joins the Runified Podcast to talk about her 20-year long journey to the Olympics. Yvonne shares how she was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico, where she was introduced to running and long jump at the age of 8. Her childhood coach saw something special in Yvonne and told her that she had the potential to be great, maybe even the best. Yvonne shares the story of developing as an athlete, including some significant personal and physical setbacks on her quest to qualify for the Olympics. Yvonne currently lives and trains in Houston, TX, holds the women’s Mexican long jump record, and will represent Mexico at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
Yvonne’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Runified’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
In this episode of the Runified Podcast we talk with Thom Singer. Thom is a professional speaker and is known as the “conference catalyst”. We talk with Thom as he is beginning to venture into the world of running. He provides a great perspective as a middle-aged man who very recently started to run to connect with his daughter and for health benefits. Even though Thom is adamant that he is not a runner, we chat about how he is gradually fitting running into his busy life. He highlights how he has learned to gradually increase his running mileage and also about the benefits he has already noticed.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
Thom Singer’s Webpage
Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do Podcast
Runified’s Webpage
Runified on Instagram
In this episode of the Runified Podcast we talk with Ben and Stephen, the co-founders of goodr, a startup company that has developed affordable running sunglasses that not only function well while running but also make you look cool no matter what you’re doing. We talk with Ben and Stephen about how they became avid runners and about the genesis of their company. Join us as we dig into the nuts and bolts of their lives as entrepreneurs and ultramarathoners and you’ll be able to take away some solid advice for running and life. As a note, this episode was recorded before goodr offered to sponsor the Runified Podcast.
Episode sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
playgoodr.com
Runified.co
Runified on Instagram
Talaya Frazier joins the Runified podcast and shares how she started running to advocate for children around the world. Talaya shares her personal story of her daughter battling a rare condition as an infant, which led her to starting Cheyana’s Champions for Children (CC4C) in 2012. CC4C is a foundation that helps children with rare and undiagnosed conditions in Austin, TX. CC4C forms a support network around each child to help them reach their recovery finish line. This includes a Champion Teammate, who utilize their platform to serve as an advocate for the child, as well as provide unforgettable experiences. Champion Teammates range from celebrities like The Undertaker and Jack Ingram, to athletes like Desiree Ficker and Jeni Raymond. In addition, Talaya has finished 10 Boston marathons, is a fitness model, and owns her own jewelry business.
Episode Sponsored by goodr, use code “runified2016” for a special Runified discount!
http://cc4c.org/
http://www.talayas.net/
http://www.neu.fit/
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Mike Thompson tells us the story of going from being a very active 10-year-old boy, to suddenly being shackled to an IV pole, thrown into the gauntlet of fighting cancer. Mike is now a four-time cancer survivor with an amazing story of how running and endurance athletics has helped him to not only beat cancer but to thrive. Despite cancer wreaking havoc on his body, he describes how he has gone on to run a number of endurance events, including the IRONMAN World Championship. During our time together, Mike unpacks his belief that running creates happiness in a unique and exhilarating way. Mike has been an active member of the running and triathlon community in Austin, TX and is currently at his dream job as a Community Engagement Champion at LIVESTRONG. Mike loves sharing his story and encouraging those impacted by cancer. We also chat with Melissa Lewis at LIVESTRONG to learn how runners can get involved with LIVESTRONG.
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Mike’s LIVESTRONG STORY (Video)
LIVESTRONG
Team LIVESTRONG
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Guthrie Hood describes how being born with clubfeet has impacted his running and perspective on life. Guthrie tells the Runified community about his experiences running on the North Central College track and cross country teams under head coach Al Carius. His unique perspective on running includes a focus on the lasting relationships running can foster, including a friendship with professional runner Patrick Rizzo. He is a teacher and coach in central Illinois and enjoys encouraging his athletes to run for fun and personal bests.
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North Central College
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This trailer provides an introduction to the Runified Podcast. Listen as host Matt Sorenson describes the idea behind Runified and unpacks the mission of helping runners run, together. This podcast will tell stories that make runners who they are, beyond the training and racing. We trust that these stories will inspire, educate, and motivate runners of all abilities and help them achieve their goals. Our guests are runners who are cancer survivors, founders of nonprofits, beginners, Olympians, young, old, and entrepreneurs. Our hope is that these stories will change the way you think about running, and motivate you to live your own story with endurance, strength, and joy.
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