Ali on the Run Show

"Expectations obviously are higher now. But I put them on myself." —Allie Kieffer When Allie Kieffer was on Episode 46 of the Ali on the Run Show last November, she was fresh off a fifth-place finish at the 2017 TCS New York City Marathon. Her 2:29 finish was triumphant: She was this unknown, unsponsored runner from Buffalo, NY, who happened to be the first American woman to finish behind winner Shalane Flanagan. Now, Allie is no longer unknown or unsponsored. She signed with Oiselle soon after NYC, trained in Kenya for seven weeks, and recently moved to Boulder, CO, where she's gearing up to return to the New York City Marathon. Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring What's New With You Week on the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $55 off your wireless headphone bundle!   What you’ll get on this episode: Allie reflects on the 2017 TCS New York City Marathon and how it impacted her career (2:15) Allie’s best advice for moving past a bad race or workout (6:05) How Allie became a sponsored runner, thanks to Oiselle, what the signing process entailed, and what her sponsorship agreement looks like (7:20) Whether becoming a well-known, in-the-public-eye runner after the 2017 NYC Marathon was stressful or motivating for Allie (13:40) What training in Kenya was like — and how Allie ended up there in the first place (15:30) How Allie coped emotionally after going from being in the best shape of her life to having a stress fracture and being totally sidelined (22:10) Why Allie traded Buffalo for Boulder (28:00) Allie opens up about how she became an advocate for body positivity, and her relationship with her body and race times (31:15) What’s next for Allie Kieffer (37:00) What we mention on this episode: Allie Kieffer on Episode 46 of the Ali on the Run Show AJC Peachtree Road Race Portland Track Festival Emma Coburn New York Road Runners Nike Moonshot Project Oiselle Brad Hudson Sarah Lesko TCS New York City Marathon Desiree Linden Boilermaker 15K Follow Allie:  Instagram @kiefferallie Twitter @alliekieffer Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

5 Elo 201839min

"I felt relieved. I knew mentally and physically, I was not ready to be on that starting line." —Michele Gonzalez The last time Michele Gonzalez (AKA "NYC Running Mama") was on the show, she was gearing up to run the 2017 Boston Marathon. During that episode, Michele and I joked about someday being pregnant at the same time — and now here we are, both expecting babies this fall! Michele is a full-time working mom of two, and her third child is due in November. On this episode, she talks about her pregnancy, what her running looked like over the past year, and whether she has any postpartum running goals. She also shares her secrets for snapping those gorgeous sunrise running photos! Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring What's New With You Week on the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $55 off your wireless headphone bundle! What you’ll get on this episode: Michele shares all the exciting news about her pregnancy (1:45) How Michele’s recent running goals factored into her decision to have a baby right now (8:30) How Michele dealt with and got through a tough running year in 2017 (11:45) Whether Michele has any big postpartum running goals, and the pressure she felt in the past to return to running and racing soon after having a baby (16:00) Michele opens up about whether she’s worried to take time off from work post-baby (21:00) Michele’s best advice for getting back into the workforce after taking time off to raise a family (28:45) Michele shares her secret to getting those gorgeous sunrise running shots (31:30) What we mention on this episode: Michele Gonzalez on Episode 19 of the Ali on the Run Show Mary Johnson, Michele's coach Follow Michele: Instagram Facebook Twitter Blog Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

3 Elo 201838min

"I don’t think I’ll ever retire. If something motivates me, I want to go for it." —Kara Goucher Kara Goucher is back on the Ali on the Run Show, talking about her new book, Strong, how keeping a confidence journal changed her life, and where her running career is at right now. She also talks about the current state of women's running, and reflects on how choosing to have a child at the height of her professional running career affected her job. Plus, she answers the two questions everyone keeps asking: Is she retired, and does she want more kids? Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring What's New With You Week on the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $55 off your wireless headphone bundle!   What you’ll get on this episode: Kara dishes about her new book, Strong, and how keeping a confidence journal has changed her life (2:00) Kara recounts her performance at this year’s Grandma’s Marathon, and reflects on the highs and lows of the day (7:30) Kara opens up about what it’s like when your competitor has an amazing day and you have a less-than-stellar one (13:10) Where Kara’s at with her running career right now (17:40) What it’s like watching American women dominate on the roads and track right now (20:15) Kara talks about running during and after pregnancy, and why she returned to running so soon after giving birth to her son, Colt (26:30) How choosing to have a child actually affected Kara’s professional running career (32:35) Whether Kara still wants to dabble in ultra running (38:00) Is Kara retired? (40:00) Does Kara want more kids? (42:00) What we mention on this episode: Kara Goucher on Episode 43 of the Ali on the Run Show Dr. Stephen Walker, sports psychologist Grandma’s Marathon Kara’s Podium Retreat Emma Coburn BolderBOULDER 10K Western States Endurance Run Follow Kara:  Instagram @karagoucher Twitter @karagoucher Facebook Blog Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

3 Elo 201846min

“I now live in a barn with an elderly schnauzer, surrounded by goats.” —Emily Halnon Emily Halnon was the very first guest on the Ali on the Run Show, and now she’s back to kick off What’s New With You Week. Emily is an ultra runner who lives in Eugene, OR, by way of Washington, DC, and Vermont. When we last talked on the show, Emily was dating a man with a cute dog and training for 100-mile races. Where’s she at now? Well, she still has the dog. Listen in for the rest. Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring What's New With You Week on the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $55 off your wireless headphone bundle!   What you’ll get on this episode: An update on Emily’s “If my boyfriend and I ever break up, I’m keeping the dog” joke, and her current living situation (3:00) Why Emily is currently in a cast (10:30) Where Emily’s at with running, and what she’s training for right now (13:00) What Emily’s excited about right now, and what stresses her out (25:00) What’s next for Emily Halnon — plus details about her current relationship status (29:50) What we mention on this episode: Emily Halnon on Episode 1 of the Ali on the Run Show University of Oregon Cascade Crest Endurance Run Western States Endurance Run Hardrock 100 Waldo 100K Ultramarathon Dogs Being Basic Emily’s mom, @andyjha Follow Emily: Instagram @emilysweats Twitter @emilysweats Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

2 Elo 201839min

“It’s never too late to do what you wanted to do growing up. But it’s not going to come easy, and no one’s going to hand it to you.” —Katie Burke Katie Burke is the Chief People Officer at HubSpot, a marketing software company in Boston that employs more than 2,300 people worldwide. Of those 2,300, Katie was the company’s first female to land a spot in the c-suite. (Today, 45 percent of the company’s vice presidents are women.) And on this episode, Katie is answering all of your career-related questions! From negotiating raises and promotions to navigating tricky bosses, office politics, and big career changes, Katie has brilliant advice for all of it. You’re going to want to take notes for this one! Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring this episode of the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $55 off your wireless headphone bundle!   What you’ll get on this episode: Katie talks about her upcoming sabbatical and how she plans to spend it (1:30) Katie’s best advice for building and strengthening confidence (3:10) Katie’s take on “being nice” (5:00) What to know about making a career change (9:00) What are the top three things that make a resume stand out? (13:00) Do you really need to know someone to get a job at a company? (14:00) What should an awesome cover letter look like? (15:00) Applying for more than one job or role at a company: Yay or nay? (16:00) How to explain a gap in employment to be a stay-at-home parent (16:30) How do I know what I’m worth? (18:20) How to negotiate your salary (21:25) Everything to know about raises (25:15) Maternity leave: When to tell your boss and how to negotiate the terms (28:00) How not to get talked over or disrespected during meetings (34:20) How to handle an unresponsive, disengaged boss (36:25) What to do when you and your friend are both up for the same job or promotion (38:00) What to do when you love your job and field, but everyone around you is miserable (39:30) How to apply for a different role within your current company, and when to tell your manager (42:10) How to be a standout employee during your first 30–90 days at a new job (44:15) How to deal with insecurity at a new job (46:30) How do I figure out what I actually want to do with my life? (48:00) What we mention on this episode: Katie Burke on Episode 70 of the Ali on the Run Show HubSpot Oprah’s Super Soul Conversations with Marianne Williamson Kim Scott’s Radical Candor Werk Glassdoor Jeni’s Ice Cream Follow Katie: Instagram @katieburke16 Twitter @katieburke LinkedIn Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

25 Heinä 201857min

“I had no idea there was a camera on me. But yes, I have seen all the memes.” — Ryan Linden If Ryan Linden’s last name sounds familiar, that’s because yes, he is married to 2018 Boston Marathon champion Desiree Linden. Ryan was the undeniably proud face the cameras kept cutting to as Des neared the historic Boston finish line, and on this episode, he breaks down every detail from that life-changing Marathon Monday — from his perspective! He also shares what Des is really like on race morning, how they met and got engaged, and how they balance their intense work and training schedules. In addition to being a super husband and stellar spectator, Ryan is also a tremendous athlete himself: He’s a 2:26 marathoner turned Ironman, and is hoping to return to Kona to compete this year. He’s also a new business owner and entrepreneur: Ryan, along with Des and fellow runner-husband-and-wife team Ben and Sarah True, founded Linden & True Coffee earlier this year to much fanfare. Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring this episode of the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $55 off your wireless headphone bundle!   What you’ll get on this episode: Ryan explains what he does for a living, where his Ironman pursuits fit into that lifestyle, and how he became a competitive athlete (4:05) What motivates Ryan, and what the “Linden on the run” partnership is like (9:15) What a day in the life of Ryan is like, and whether he still dreams of a 2:22 marathon and Olympic Trials qualifier (12:30) How Ryan and Des met, started dating, and got engaged — plus what went down at the 2010 Chicago Marathon (17:00) What Ryan and Desiree’s relationship dynamic is like, and whether they ever get competitive with each other (23:20) Ryan shares what Des is like on race morning, then breaks down the 2018 Boston Marathon from his perspective (30:30) What it was like seeing Des make that final turn about to win the Boston Marathon (41:45) What post-Boston life has been like for the Lindens, including walking the red carpet at the Billboard Music Awards, and what Ryan wants to see Des do next (44:00) How and why Des, Ryan, and Ben and Sarah True decided to start Linden & True Coffee, and what that process has been like (46:00) What we mention on this episode: Desiree Linden on Episode 64 of the Ali on the Run Show Desiree Linden on Episode 77 of the Ali on the Run Show Linden & True Coffee Mallory Safety & Supply Tracksmith Follow Ryan: Instagram @rl_linden Twitter @rl_linden Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

19 Heinä 201856min

“You have to be OK with hearing no, but also not letting that be the last thing that you hear.’” — Tim Murphy Tim and Jessica Murphy are the husband-and-wife team behind BibRave — the Yelp for running races. They’re the ultimate industry insiders, and on this episode, they share their journey to becoming entrepreneurs (before going all-in on BibRave, Jessica worked at LinkedIn, Nike, and Runner’s World, and Tim worked just about everywhere, doing a little of everything), and the challenges they’ve faced along the way. They open up about the moments — and emails! — that made them question what they were doing, and ultimately share what has made BibRave so successful. Plus, Tim (an ultra runner) and Jessica (a 20-time marathoner) talk about what they’ve learned from the BibRave community, and what people really love and really hate about races. This is a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs or anyone who has thought about going into business with a significant other. Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring this episode of the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $30 off your wireless headphone purchase!   What you’ll get on this episode: Tim and Jessica share how they came up with the idea for BibRave, and when they realized it could be a viable business (5:00) What Tim and Jessica were doing before they became entrepreneurs, and how their careers prepared them to make them jump (11:45) Who’s the boss at BibRave? (18:20) How Tim and Jessica actually grew BibRave into a business, and the moments that made them question what they were doing (19:45) How Tim and Jessica let rejection and tough phone calls roll off their backs (24:30) What Tim and Jessica fight about, and whether they get sick of each other (26:00) What Tim and Jessica spend most of their time worrying about, and what’s next for their business (41:15) What Tim and Jessica say people love — and loathe — most about races (51:20) Tim and Jessica share their best advice for couples who choose to become business partners (57:40) What we mention on this episode: BibRave Ali on the Run Show Live Chicago Marathon The Atlantic Runner’s World Honolulu Marathon Running USA The BibRave 100 Missoula Marathon North Face Endurance Challenge Series Leadville 100 Steamtown Marathon Desiree Linden Meb Keflezighi Follow Tim: Instagram @tmurph135 Twitter @tmurph135 Follow Jessica: Instagram @jmurphy628 Twitter @jnimurph Follow BibRave: Instagram @bibrave Facebook Twitter @bibrave Podcast Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

11 Heinä 20181h 8min

“I said, ‘No way am I running Western States! That’s 100 miles!’” — Rob Krar, Western States Endurance Run winner 2014 Rob Krar is one of the kings of ultra running. He was a middle-distance runner through college, but then threw his running shoes in the trash, insisting he was done with running forever. Famous last words: Though Rob did take a break from running (during which time he worked grueling 12-hour graveyard shifts as a pharmacist), he eventually returned to the sport in a big way — as an ultramarathoner. He has won the most prestigious and competitive ultras, including Western States, Leadville, Run Rabbit Run, and a handful of North Face Endurance Challenge races, to name just a few. Rob is also a vocal advocate for mental health, and on this episode he opens up about his struggles with depression. Rob lives in Flagstaff, AZ, with his wife and fellow ultra runner, Christina. Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring this episode of the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $30 off your wireless headphone purchase!   What you’ll get on this episode: How and why Rob transitioned from the track to ultra running (4:15) How Rob met his wife, Christina, and the role running plays in their relationship (12:10) How Rob says he found his purpose through running after a difficult time in his life, and why he became drawn to ultras (18:45) What Rob’s relationship with pain is like (26:45) How Rob, who is self-coached, plans his training schedule and goal races (33:50) Rob’s advice for dealing with injuries, both physically and emotionally (41:10) What Rob tells people who are interested in getting into ultra running (43:50) Rob opens up about his mental health struggles and experience with depression (45:45) What we mention on this episode: Butler University Western States Endurance Run Boston Marathon TransRockies Run Moab Red Hot 33K Hardrock 100 Emily Halnon on Episode 1 of the Ali on the Run Show Dave Mackey Leadman Series Depressions short film Follow Rob: Instagram @robkrar Facebook Twitter @robkrar Website Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

5 Heinä 20181h 4min