For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

Ryan Montgomery on Unlocking a Mind, Body, and Environmental Connection Through Professional Running


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While most professional athletes choose between excellence and everything else, what happens when you refuse to pick just one lane?

Ryan Montgomery’s impressive resume includes over 50-60 ultra marathons, with 17-18 of those being 100-mile events, demonstrating their particular affinity for the longest distances the sport offers.

Currently balancing a professional running career with graduate studies in strategic sales management, Ryan exemplifies the modern multi-dimensional athlete. He's also a Team Janji athlete and passionate advocate for inclusivity in trail running, organizing annual retreats for the queer running community.

Jon chats with Ryan about:

  • revisiting Ryan's running journey and ultra marathons

  • mind-body connection in trail running

  • managing injuries and recovery strategies

  • balancing multiple professional roles successfully

  • LGBTQ+ advocacy in running community

  • Stay connected:

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    https://www.instagram.com/ultra.ryan/

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