RUNWITHALLI LIVE

What if your biggest breakthrough came years after you thought your competitive running career was behind you? This week on RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I'm joined by Alana Levy, my fellow Horace Greeley High School alum, a 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier, and one of New York City's top marathoners. Alana is a Product Manager by trade, an incredible human, and someone who proves that yo...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I sit down with sports psychologist Haley Perlus to explore the mental skills that help runners thrive both in training and on race day. While many athletes search for the perfect workout, Dr. Perlus reminds us that lasting progress starts with mastering our mindset. One of the biggest themes from this conversation? Patience. As runners, we often expect immedia...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I sit down with ultrarunner, coach, content creator, and one of the original voices in online running, Sage Canaday. From Division I running to Olympic Trials qualifying marathons, 100-mile trail races, coaching thousands of athletes, and building VO2 Max Productions, Sage shares one theme that kept resurfacing throughout our conversation: Patience. In a world...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I sit down with Fiona O’Keeffe, Olympic Marathon Trials champion, Stanford standout, and one of the most exciting rising stars in U.S. distance running. Fiona made headlines by winning the 2024 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in her first-ever marathon, running 2:25:10 and securing her place on Team USA. But what makes her story even more powerful isn’t just the r...

In today's episode, RUNWITHALLI LIVE host Alli sits down with professional distance runner Katie Izzo, a 3x Team USA Cross Country athlete (2023, 2024, 2026) and recent 2nd place finisher at the U.S. Cross Country Championships to talk about what it really takes to rise through the ranks and compete at the highest level. From her standout NCAA career at the University of Arkansas where she fi...

On today’s episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I’m joined by the incredible Lisa Goodin, an Olympic Trials Marathon Qualifier at 39, mom of three, wife, and all-around powerhouse and kind human! This conversation is about so much more than running. It’s about what’s possible when you commit to something bigger than yourself, stay in the process, and give yourself permission to chase goals, no matter wher...

This week on RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I’m joined by David Machin, Lead Community Organizer for Health Poverty Action, the charity I’m fundraising for as I prepare to run the 2026 London Marathon. I’ll be honest: there were things I learned in this conversation that I didn’t even know before diving into the topics David breaks down in this episode. It was eye-opening. I believe it will be for you, too. We...

On today’s episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I’m joined by a very special guest, Bill Armstrong, Founder & CEO of Neversecond™. Founded in 2020, Neversecond™ has quickly become my go-to fueling brand and has firmly established itself within the endurance and high-performance running community. Neversecond™ is the official fuel sponsor for RunWithAlli Coaching, and I truly believe this product can c...

On today’s episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I’m joined by special guest and dear friend, Kimberly Penharlow. Kimberly is a Global Executive Coach, leadership facilitator, and endurance athlete, and together we explore the powerful parallels between leadership and athletic performance. We dive into the importance of cultivating a growth mindset, helping people think differently through movement, and le...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, we sit down with Kylie Mantz — a strong, grounded, and intentional woman who offers a refreshing look at what life really looks like behind the scenes of elite running. Kylie opens up about life inside the Mantz household during training cycles, the emotional highs and lows of being married to a professional runner, and the quiet moments that often go unseen. T...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I sit down with Mille, co-founder of Planet Nusa — a community-driven activewear brand born in Denmark and rooted in movement, inclusivity, and connection. What’s inside: How Mille’s background and co-founding the brand with Kristine shaped the mission of Planet Nusa — making it more than just apparel, but a true community.  The story of how Planet Nusa started...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I sit down with the powerhouse CEO of JetRockets, an AI-enabled coaching and personal growth platform — a mom of two, RWA-coached athlete, and lifelong learner — to talk about what it really takes to balance leading a company, raising a family, and chasing personal goals through running! You’ll hear how Natalie: Structures training as a busy leader and mom  Use...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE , I’m thrilled to sit down with Shaina Partlow , a health and wellness coach whose journey from English literature to fitness coaching is nothing short of inspiring. We dive into her story — from earning a B.A. in English and a Master’s in Student Affairs Administration to discovering her true passion in helping women define what healthy means for them . Togethe...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I sit down with Delphine Godley Sellars, co-founder of Urban Community AgriNomics (UCAN). Just like we runners know the importance of fueling well and respecting the process, Delphine’s work is all about transforming food access, environmental justice, and community resilience in Northern Durham. We talk about how a vision of healthy food, soil justice, and you...

In this special episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE , I sit down with Devon Lévesque to talk all things Runningman — a one-of-a-kind gathering designed for everyone , not just competitive runners. Devon shares how the festival is about so much more than running: Connection — meet like-minded people and build friendships that last a lifetime. Friendly Competition — choose your distance and test your grit i...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE , Jen Steele, founder of Misadventure Coaching and certified run coach, shares her mission to help women chase their running goals without sacrificing the joy that drew them to the sport in the first place. A self-described “back-of-the-pack” runner turned empowered coach, Jen knows firsthand the challenges of balancing life, training, and the mental load that c...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE , Coach Alli sits down with Alec Scheerer, founder of American Track Ascension , for a deep dive into the mindset, methods, and mission behind his innovative coaching platform. Alec shares his journey—from his own athletic background to coaching runners of all levels—and the pivotal moments that shaped his unique philosophy: running more isn’t always the answer...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE , I’m joined by Coach Jasper—an elite runner, 2:19 marathoner, and coach who brings both passion and purpose to the running space. Jasper shares his story from the ground up, reflecting on how he got started in the sport and what fueled his transformation into one of today’s most driven marathoners. We dive into: His early inspiration to start running and how th...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I’m joined by Kathleen Ferguson — Founder and CEO of Coach360, a game-changing platform designed to empower fitness professionals through career development, virtual labs, and real-world networking. Kathleen is a passionate advocate for coaches and trainers, leading the charge in redefining how the coaching community connects, grows, and thrives. I enjoyed conn...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE , I’m joined by Dr. Randy Katzke—a dedicated runner, father, husband, medical professional, and the leader of Nice Jewish Runners in Westchester County, NY. He wears many hats, and we’re lucky to have him share his story and wisdom with us! Coach Alli (@runwithalli) and Dr. Katzke dive into: 🎯 How to focus on what’s within our control ☀️ Staying optimistic thro...

In this episode of RUNWITHALLI LIVE, I’m joined by Professor Christopher Gardner, PhD — a world-renowned nutrition scientist, Rehnborg Farquhar Professor of Medicine at Stanford, and Director of the Stanford Nutrition Studies Research Group. For over 30 years, Professor Gardner has led groundbreaking human nutrition studies exploring the real-world impact of diets like Mediterranean, Ketogenic, Ve...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Emily Moore, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Running and Strength Coach, and accomplished runner. Emily founded a private coaching practice where she helps runners optimize their nutrition and training strategies to enhance performance, improve overall health, and build long-term sustainability in the sport. Our conversation explores the vital connection between...

WE'RE BACK! Biweekly. Today's 'Ask Alli' episode is a new, solo episode all about my ‘WHY’ and what drives me, how to train for the track mile to the road half marathon, and what that could look like for you! I hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired and motivated to tackle your next goal, stay resilient, be open to facing controversy, and overcome your biggest fears to e...

Alexander Zakharin is an established realtor based in NYC and has worked with me (Coach Alli) for over two years. From running the streets in his hometown in Russia as a kid to taking his talents to the marathon and distance running world, Alex has set his eyes on a sub-3-marathon goal and has been chipping away with new PRs in distances ranging from the mile to the marathon to get there. Recently...

Angie and Trevor Spencer, founders of the Marathon Training Academy podcast and brand, are one of the first podcasts I have ever listened to before delving into the running space full-time. Fast forward several years, and they're now guests on the RUNWITHALLI LIVE podcast! Pinch me, please! Trevor and Angie are a personal inspiration to me, and having them on here to chat about their brand, b...