How to Enjoy the Whole Process of Long Distance Running with Makena Morley

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.