Grayson Murphy's Pursuit of Health + Happiness in Running




For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running show

Summary: <p>Grayson Murphy is a 2x World Champion and hybrid athlete, competing at the elite level of track, road, and trail running. Much more than a fast runner, Grayson is the founder and CEO of RG Training Logs, all-around kind person and spreader of joy, even amid her own physical and mental health challenges.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>In this episode we talk about:</strong></p> <p>-highlighting sub-ultra trail running</p> <p>-how elite athletes view success, failure, and fulfillment</p> <p>-sponsorships and brand partnerships in 2023 and beyond</p> <p>-self-advocacy and dealing with health issues as an athlete </p> <p>-being more than an athlete: diversifying your passions and pursuits beyond sport </p> <p>-Racin’ Grayson Training Logs + Planners</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Grayson on Instagram @racin_grayson her business RG Training Logs @rg_traininglogs and For The Long Run @forthelrpod </p> <p><br></p> <p>--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support</p> <p> </p> <p>Past guests on For The Long Run include: 177. Molly Seidel; 226. Mike "Kofuzi"; 228. Kara Goucher; 59. Shalane Flanagan; 234. Camille Herron; 198. Courtney Frerichs; 229. Jes Woods; 207. Tyler Andrews; 197. Dean Karnazes; 206. Katie Arnold; 220. CJ Albertson; 153. Joe Holder; 199. Kelly Roberts; 188. Gwen Jorgensen; 205. Emily Abbate; 209. Sara Vaughn; 174. Nick Bare; 97 Amelia Boone; 101. Courtney Dauwalter, 219. Dylan Bowman; 191. Matt Chittim; 200. David Roche; and more!</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Darn Tough</strong></p> <p>Thank you to Darn Tough for sponsoring this episode. I’ve been a fan of, and running in Darn Tough socks for years now, so we’re excited to welcome them to the For The Long Run family. Use code FTLR-SOCKS to get 10% off and free shipping when you shop through this <a href="https://darntough.com/discount/FTLR-SOCKS">link</a>. </p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Microcosm Coaching</strong></p> <p>This episode is sponsored by the good people over at Microcosm Coaching, our friends TJ David and Zoe Rom.</p> <p>It’s that time of year again, time to jumpstart your 2024 running goals. We love partnering with Microcosm because they truly align on our beliefs for this show - they support their clients through breakthroughs, setbacks and plateaus, and are in it for the long run.</p> <p>Whether you’re running your first 5K, or your tenth 100-miler, the coaches at Microcosm have a personalized training plan designed to fit your life and your goals. Not only will you have a strong relationship with your coach, but you’ll also be part of a community of other people like you to help encourage you, strengthen your commitment and support accountability. Head on over to <a href="https://www.microcosm-coaching.com/">Microcosm Coaching</a> and let them know that the team at For The Long Run sent you. </p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Grayson Murphy</strong></p> <p>This episode is sponsored by the Racin’ Grayson Training Log + Planner, now on it’s 6th edition! We love this planning and goal-setting tool from our friend Grayson Murphy. This training log is the perfect gift for you or the favorite runners in your life. Check it out <a href="https://www.racin-grayson.com/category/shop?gclid=Cj0KCQiAgqGrBhDtARIsAM5s0_meuiW3qZVYvTwUaO5afxmpawj_3XqFCHCRcR9w9zvZ3QYQuFitfecaArW0EALw_wcB">here</a>. </p> <p><br><br></p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthelongrun/support</a>