For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

From a finance pro who decided to chase what scared him, to a trail runner who's pushed the boundaries to 200 miles: Meet Dom Bubri, who discovered that the most extraordinary transformations happen when you stop thinking and just start running.
Dom is a trail and ultra runner who loves the grind of long miles and the clarity that comes from spending time outside. By day, he leads finance teams, but his favorite lessons come from the trail - showing up consistently, embracing discomfort, and playing the long game. Running has shaped how he thinks about work, leadership, and life beyond the finish line. 
Jon chats with Dom about:
his introduction to running

the transition from road to trail running

going from 50K to 100 miles

his winning mental approach 

getting to the 200 mile race distance 

Stay connected:
Follow Dom:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dbubri/
LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/dbubri

This episode is supported by:
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Vacation Races Run where you play and chase the extraordinary. Use code “FTLR” for 15% off their half marathons, ultras, and trail fests at vacationraces.com through the end of 2026.
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Mount to Coast Mount to Coast is partnering with For The Long Run because they want to tell the stories behind the runners. The why. There's something specific coming around the Boston Marathon that I can't fully get into yet. But stay tuned. It's worth it. For The Long Run it will be indeed.

Nutrition expert Alex Larson reveals how one simple timing shift in daily eating can dramatically transform sleep quality, recovery, and performance for endurance athletes — but most runners are doing the exact opposite of what actually works.
Alex Larson is a Minnesota-based registered dietitian who felt her calling the moment she crossed the finish line of Ironman Wisconsin and has leaned into this mission of serving endurance based athletes. She works with endurance athletes on fueling for improved performance and body composition through a flexible eating style. She’s worked with athletes from all over the U.S. and in over 15 different countries and she herself has completed 20+ triathlons including Ironmans and multiple 10K and half marathons. Her clients fall back in love with their sport and life again.
Jon chats with Alex about:
daily fueling strategies and meal timing

pre-run nutrition and carbohydrate intake guidelines

recovery nutrition and post-workout fueling protocols

supplement evaluation: creatine, protein powders, ketones

sleep quality optimization through proper nutrition timing

Stay connected:
You can find Alex on Instagram here:
http://instagram.com/alexlarsonnutrition
and her website here:
https://alexlarsonnutrition.com
TikTok: @alexlarsonnutrition
Podcast: Endurance Eats
This episode is supported by:
Vacation Races Run where you play and chase the extraordinary. Use code “FTLR” for 15% off their half marathons, ultras, and trail fests at vacationraces.com through the end of 2026.
Precision Dial your fueling in this year. Use code “LONGRUN26” for 15% off your first order at www.precisionhydration.com.
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Boulderthon - Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR2026 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
AmazFit Check out the T-Rex 3 and a selection of GPS watches at https://us.amazfit.com/discount/FTLR2026 and use code “FTLR2026” for 10% off.

The formula for elite running performance lies in the consistent application of stress and recovery - repeatable things that you can sustain over time.
Cliff Pittman serves as the Coaching Development Director for CTS, where he leads the Ultrarunning and Cycling Coaching staff. With a deep passion for ultrarunning and a commitment to excellence, Cliff specializes in coaching athletes at all levels—from beginners to elite runners. 
Jon chats with Cliff about:
• stress and recovery fundamentals
• minimum effective dose for training adaptations
• subjective feedback vs. objective data analysis
• training specificity for race demands and terrain
• how to manage life stress as part of your training load
Stay connected:
Follow Cliff:
www.instagram.com/coachcliffpittman
This episode is supported by:
AmazFit Check out the T-Rex 3 and a selection of GPS watches at https://us.amazfit.com/discount/FTLR2026 and use code “FTLR2026” for 10% off.

Vacation Races Run where you play and chase the extraordinary. Use code “FTLR” for 15% off their half marathons, ultras, and trail fests at vacationraces.com through the end of 2026.

Precision Dial your fueling in this year. Use code “LONGRUN26” for 15% off your first order at www.precisionhydration.com.

Tifosi Optics If you've been curious, now's a great time to try them. Head to tifosioptics.com and use code [FTLR2026] for [20% off]. That's tifosioptics.com with code FTLR2026 to tell ‘em i sent you!

When pro ultrarunner Hayden Hawks faces challenging conditions on the trails, he doesn't just endure them—he transforms them into opportunities for growth, proving that sometimes the hardest moments forge the strongest athletes.
Hayden Hawks has been a professional ultra runner for 10 years competing at and winning some of the biggest races in the world. He is sponsored by HOKA, AG1, Precision Fuel and Hydration, as well as many other sponsors. He has also been a huge advocate for helping and building youth group initiatives and inspiring the younger generation around the world, most notably the Trail Fam. Hayden is also a coach with Hawks Running and Centurion Running. He is a father of 2, husband to Ashley Hawks, and loves traveling with his family and being outside as much as possible. 
Jon chats with Hayden about:
balancing competition with being a good person and giving back

gradual training progression instead of extreme volume jumps

fueling runs over 90 minutes for better performance

mental toughness through embracing uncomfortable mountain conditions

consistency over time creates sustainable athletic careers

Stay Connected:
Follow Hayden:
https://www.instagram.com/hawks_hayden/
“Hayden Hawks” on Strava
https://trailfam.com/
https://www.hawksrunning.com/

This episode is supported by:
Precision Dial your fueling in this year. Use code “LONGRUN26” for 15% off your first order at www.precisionhydration.com
Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR2026 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.
AmazFit Check out the T-Rex 3 and a selection of GPS watches at https://us.amazfit.com/discount/FTLR2026 and use code “FTLR2026” for 10% off
Vacation Races Run where you play and chase the extraordinary. Use code “FTLR” for 15% off their half marathons, ultras, and trail fests at vacationraces.com through the end of 2026

Legendary ultra-marathoner Pam Reed has a simple solution for people who feel tired: stop sitting and start moving.
Pam Reed is an accomplished ultra-runner who has been competing since 1992. She is a hyperactive person who strives to get every moment out of every day, structuring her schedule as full as possible because she considers time the most valuable asset.
Beyond racing, Reed directed the Tucson Marathon for 30 years before passing it to Jamil, believing that successful race directors must be hands-on and understand every aspect of event management. She continues racing with a full 2026 schedule and maintains her philosophy of maximizing each day while gradually accepting that recovery takes longer as she ages.

Jon chats with Pam about:
ultra-running discovery through tennis training and progression

natural energy and ability to bounce back quickly

heat and cold training strategies with specific tips

Triple Crown achievement: Western States, Hard Rock, Badwater

her winning mental approach

Stay connected:
Follow Pam:
https://www.instagram.com/pamreed100/

This is episode is supported by:
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Precision Dial your fueling in this year. Use code “LONGRUN26” for 15% off your first order at www.precisionhydration.com
AmazFit Check out the T-Rex 3 and a selection of GPS watches at https://us.amazfit.com/discount/FTLR2026 and use code “FTLR2026” for 10% off.