The I Heart Running Podcast

Daniel Leung was once a reluctant runner. That was in 2017. Then he started hitting the trails, and got lost in the woods. Literally. Now he's leading trail runs, and he makes sure that everyone has a good time, and of course doesn't get lost. In 2022, Daniel agreed to join me for one of the Squamish 50 orientation runs. Just for fun. He must have enjoyed himself so much that he decided to...

Anna Razzell is an ultramarathoner, a mother, and one of the co-founders of Ridge Meadows Run Crew. It is hard to believe that she only ran her first ultra, Diez Vistas, in 2019 considering her accomplishments, and her confidence on the trails. Like many runners, Anna is so humble, but is so encouraging of others, whether they are new to the sport, or an accomplished runner looking for the next ch...

Coach Carey Nelson's notable achievements are vast, but you would never know it. A humble runner and coach, Coach Carey has been running for over 44 years, and just completed his 6th world marathon major in Berlin. This accomplishment is just one of many, which include winning the Houston Marathon with a time of 2:12 in 1991, and qualifying for the Olympics 3 times, competing in the 5000m distance...

Have you ever asked yourself whether it is possible to get better as a runner as you age? That is definitely something that Phil likes to talk about as he takes on new and loftier challenges with each year. Phil has been running since a senior in high school in a small town, and now he's one of the most well known runners in our community as a masters runner. He is definitely wiser, and faster, an...

Jeannine is such an inspirational and relatable athlete that I had to share her story with you guys. Our podcast ended up being over an hour because she's that easy to talk to--whether it is about shenanigans on the trails, or serious talk about how to tackle the next Gary Robbins race. Jeannine is definitely a huge part of our local run community and it's no big surprise. From sharing her trials...

Chris Chan aka Chanorama aka On Running's biggest fan! Chris starting his running journey only a few years ago in 2015, starting with running on the treadmill to his first race (the Sun Run 10k). He soon realized his love for the experience of races, but running with others. Chris brings so much joy to others as he always brings so much energy regardless of the weather, day, or how tired you are....

Runner? Yogi? Human. That is who Simon Richards is, and more. This episode is for all runners. Simon is an accomplished runner, and not because he has been running his entire life. It started with his first step not that long ago, and Simon has not stopped moving. Listen in to hear about the what and why. I think many of us can relate to his story and why many of us embark on this journey.  I...

Walter Downey, who was my guest on episode 3, is back! (go back and have a listen, if you haven't yet!). Walter is now 60 years old, and he just completed marathon #40 in Napa! Not only did he kill it, he's now officially the course record holder for 60+ division! We talk about his training leading up to Boston in a few weeks, and training and staying injury free. Another inspirational episode! If...

"GROUNDED BY EXPLORING WILD SPACES.  DRIVEN BY COMMUNITY. PASSIONATELY INSPIRING OTHERS TO DO MORE." This is the header on Krissy's webpage, and it sums up Krissy to a T. Race director of Chuckanut 50k, accomplished ultramarathoner, running coach, author, and dog mama, I am so excited to have Krissy on the I Heart Running Podcast because Krissy was instrumental in my own running journey, as well a...

Ashley Feldstein is guest #5! I have been a long time follower of Ashley on Instagram because I love her wit, sense of humour, and of course her passion for running. We have bonded over our shared love of running, coffee, and disdain of forced rest days. She is extremely funny, and always keeps it real when it comes to this sport we love so much. In this episode we chat about how to deal with runn...

Cassie Paul is guest #4 of the I Heart Running Podcast. Cassie started her running journey with a 10km race, and quickly fell in love with running. Her favourite running distance is the marathon, and she now has 9 marathons under her belt. Cassie talks to us not only about her running journey, but her journey with her mental health and other struggles that she had to acknowledge and overcome. This...

Walter Downey is one of the most dedicated and passionate runners out there. You would NEVER know that he only started running at age 40, and even more incredible is the fact that he is now 60 and getting even better. He has completed 39 marathons so far, which includes all 6 World Marathon World Majors in 2019 (plus 4 more). If you follow Walter on Strava you will see that his achievements are no...

Laura & Randy are runners from Langley, BC. Randy started running in 2014, and just recently ran an amazing PB of 2:50:45 at CIM in December 2021. Randy is self-coached, and is on at least day 956 of his runstreak. His inspiration is his wife Laura, who originally started running in 2009 to lose weight, only 9 months after having her second child. They both now have 4 kids, and have run everyt...

Linda is guest number 1! Mom of 2 little ones, and a fitness enthusiast who has competed in fitness competitions, Linda was mostly a lunch hour runner until after she had her second child. With many 10ks and park runs under her belt, and with races happening again, she is training for her first half marathon. In this episode we discuss her journey, how she gets it done despite some hiccups and cha...

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