There are a million and one ways to train for running. But the best way? To Makena, it’s whatever gives you the most fun.

Makena Morley is a long distance runner living in Bozeman, MT and running for ASICS. She graduated from University of Colorado in 2020 and now coaches via RunDoyen.

Listen to hear about:

• ​Struggles and challenges of transitioning to competitive running
• ​Experimenting with trail and road running to train for marathons
• ​Working through the mental challenges of getting back to running after injury
• ​Coaching runners with a focus on the well being and enjoyment for athletes 
• ​The impact of podcasts, social media, and storytelling in the running community 
• ​Balancing goals and how the definition of success can evolve 

Stay connected:

• ​Makena on Instagram: instagram.com/makena_morley
• ​For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
• ​Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
• ​Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com
• ​RunDoyen: https://www.rundoyen.com/

This episode is supported by:

• ​Visit Leadville: So you think you know Leadville? Lake County has so much more to offer year-round than just the 100 miler in the summer. If you’re thinking of getting away, highly recommend booking a trip to Leadville to get up into the mountains, eat yummy food, and play outside. Check out more of what Leadville has to offer here!
• ​Hyperice: Innovative recovery tools for all types of training. My favorite are the Normatec leg boots and Normatec Go portable calf sleeves. Reach out to me on Instagram for a discount code to use at hyperice.com.