Ryan Montgomery on Unlocking a Mind, Body, and Environmental Connection Through Professional Running

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For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

Jonathan Levitt

412 episodes

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Exploring the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. Running is a sport that has the power to unite us all and we are here to share conversations about how running has shaped the lives of people within our community, as well as how running has created community in itself. From pro runners and Olympians to ultramarathoners running their first big race to business owners who use running to improve their entrepreneurial journey, we believe in creating community and expanding the running world for all. Hosted by running enthusiast, Jonathan Levitt.

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Ryan Montgomery on Unlocking a Mind, Body, and Environmental Connection Through Professional Running

For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

57 minutes 9 seconds

1 month ago

Ryan Montgomery on Unlocking a Mind, Body, and Environmental Connection Through Professional Running

While most professional athletes choose between excellence and everything else, what happens when you refuse to pick just one lane?

Ryan Montgomery’s impressive resume includes over 50-60 ultra marathons, with 17-18 of those being 100-mile events, demonstrating their particular affinity for the longest distances the sport offers.

Currently balancing a professional running career with graduate studies in strategic sales management, Ryan exemplifies the modern multi-dimensional athlete. He's also a Team Janji athlete and passionate advocate for inclusivity in trail running, organizing annual retreats for the queer running community.

Jon chats with Ryan about:

revisiting Ryan's running journey and ultra marathons
mind-body connection in trail running
managing injuries and recovery strategies
balancing multiple professional roles successfully
LGBTQ+ advocacy in running community

Stay connected:

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