We have some big news, the time has come for our first Le Run Down host Justin Pugliese to move on, good news for all of you, Justin has launched his own podcast, @justinstridepod. Give it a listen! While we begin our search for a new host for the show, our guest hosts emma.deguara and leslie woods interview pro wakeboarder, Ben Leclair for his second appearance on the pod. Catch the first episode #16 with Ben Leclair here. Heads up! Both Ben and Emma are francophones, so we go back and...

On this episode of Le Run Down I had an eye opening conversation with ultra runner, Jerry Hughes. He overcame adversity far before getting into running, pushing forward through his diagnosis and treatment for Gardner's Syndrome. He used running as a way to improve his health and quickly realized endurance was for him. From marathons, to 100 milers and now the Canadian 48 hour record, he's inspiring the run community and proving that we are all capable of so much more than we think. News: Al...

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Offers: From Xact Nutrition This episode was brought to you by our friends at Xact Nutrition. They're offering you 15% OFF your order when you use promo code LERUNDOWN. So go to us.xactnutrition.com and FUEL YOUR GOALS today. ---- On this episode of Le Run Down I had a fun conversation with professional triathlete, Katie Zaferes. Katie was a natural runner growing up becoming a multi-time cross country champion in High School. She was later identified by the USA Triathlon Recruitment Program...

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Offers: From Xact Nutrition This episode was brought to you by our friends at Xact Nutrition. They're offering you 15% OFF your order when you use promo code LERUNDOWN. So go to us.xactnutrition.com and FUEL YOUR GOALS today. ---- On this episode of Le Run Down I had a nice fun chat with comedic content creator and distance runner, Laura Green. She loves to run and crack jokes and combines those two passions to create hilarious reels for all of us to enjoy. Laura pokes fun at all the quirky...

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Offers: From Xact Nutrition This episode was brought to you by our friends at Xact Nutrition. They're offering you 15% OFF your order when you use promo code LERUNDOWN. So go to us.xactnutrition.com and FUEL YOUR GOALS today. ---- On this episode of Le Run Down I had an inspiring chat with Ultra Runner and creator of End2End, Alexis Limoges. He started with 3 kilometer runs around his house but slowly increased his distance and saw there was so much more to discover the further he...

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On this episode of Le Run Down I had an awesome chat with distance runner and community builder, Robbie Tubajon. I've had the pleasure of meeting Rob at a few running events throughout the years and simply put his energy is contagious. He has the ability to raise people up, supports them and helps them grow. It's not only his passion, it's his job. Whether it's a race weekend, long distance relay or world major, Rob always brings the positivity and a great big smile wherever he goes. News...

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Offers: From Xact Nutrition This episode was brought to you by our friends at Xact Nutrition. They're offering you 15% OFF your order when you use promo code LERUNDOWN. So go to us.xactnutrition.com and FUEL YOUR GOALS today. ---- On this episode of Le Run Down we discuss fueling with Ultra Trail Runner, David Jeker. David's first love was cycling, embarking on long multiday tours to travel and explore Europe. He still uses the bike to commute but now it's more of a way to get to exciting run...

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Offers: From Xact Nutrition This episode was brought to you by our friends at Xact Nutrition. They're offering you 15% OFF your order when you use promo code LERUNDOWN. So go to us.xactnutrition.com and FUEL YOUR GOALS today. ----- On this episode of Le Run Down I enjoyed a great conversation with Elite Distance runner and Mile2Marathon coach, Justin Kent. Justin played all sports growing up but decided to turn his focus to running. With the influence of his father and coach's, he's been...

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Offers: From Xact Nutrition This episode was brought to you by our friends at Xact Nutrition. They're offering you 15% OFF your order when you use promo code LERUNDOWN. So go to us.xactnutrition.com and FUEL YOUR GOALS today. ----- On this episode of Le Run Down I spoke with Canada's best 10K runner, Benjamin Flanagan. Ben played all sports growing up but showed some promise in X country back in high school. It's there that the dream to one day make an Olympic team was born. He currently...

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Offers: From Xact Nutrition This episode was brought to you by our friends at Xact Nutrition. They're offering you 15% OFF your order when you use promo code LERUNDOWN. So go to us.xactnutrition.com and FUEL YOUR GOALS today. ----- On this episode of Le Run Down I had a fun chat with Ultra Trail Runner, Joshua Ferenc. I was fortunate to meet Josh a few years back at Ultra Trail Harricana in Charlevoix Quebec and his energy was contagious. He's got a love and passion for the sport that's hard...

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Offers: From Xact Nutrition This episode was brought to you by our friends at Xact Nutrition. They're offering you 15% OFF your order when you use promo code LERUNDOWN. So go to us.xactnutrition.com and FUEL YOUR GOALS today. ----- On this episode of Le Run Down I spoke with marathoner and Tracksmith Marketing Manager, Drew Hartman. Growing up it was all about soccer for Drew. It was only when he realized he couldn't live out his childhood dream that running took center stage. Now he's...

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On this episode of Le Run Down I spoke with endurance athlete and suicide prevention advocate, Lynn Keane. She loved running in school and was competitive on the track before taking a long hiatus from the sport, coming back at age 39. Running and triathlon remain a huge part of her life. It helped her to grieve over the tragic loss of her child, and allowed Lynn to find a path forward showing tremendous perseverance and resilience. News...

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On this episode of Le Run Down I had a great conversation with ultra trail runner and recent Western States 3rd place finisher, Marianne Hogan. She did elite level triathlon, distance running for her school in California, trails in Colorado, and over the last few years Marianne has built a solid ultra running resume. Battling through serious injury, she earned herself a Golden Ticket to Western States and finished that race on the podium. It really seems like she's finding her stride and...