Brandon Dugi is a competitive ultra runner who grew up in LeChee, Arizona, a small community in the Navajo nation. He runs several miles a day and competes in ultra races around the southwest. By becoming part of this larger running community, Brandon has made meaningful connections with other athletes and brands with the goal to celebrate and share the story of his Diné roots. 

Connect with Brandon: 

• Instagram
• Running Instagram

Resources: 

• Watch Running the Grand Canyon with Brandon Dugi (Diné) on REI’s YouTube Channel 
• Watch HOKA’s Time To Hózhó film 
• Water is Life website 
• Check out REI’s Fall 2022 Editor’s Choice Awards