October 4, 2024
How Jason Bahamundi Overcame Burnout and Disordered Eating to Build a Media Platform for Everyday Athletes
For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind RunningAbout this episode
Is building a media company a bigger test of endurance than a 250 mile race? Jason Bahamundi is an 8x Ironman and 8x 100 Mile finisher, plus a finisher of the inaugural Cocodona 250. But he thinks his biggest endurance feat so far is founding his sports publication, Run•Tri•Bike. Jason believes that there is a spot at the starting line for everybody and every body, despite the obstacles they may encounter along the way. Listen to hear about: The evolution of running culture alongside social media Personal takes on Boston Marathon Qualifying Times Navigating burnout in Ironman training and in business How healing from disordered eating opened Jason up to connection with others The evolution of Run•Tri•Bike and connecting with everyday athletes Stay connected: Jason Bahamundi on Instagram: instagram.com/cooktraineatrace RunTriBike Magazine: runtrimag.com 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 This episode is supported by: Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Use code FTLR for 15% off your pair at https://alnk.to/3ybGCzH . MadeGood: Get better-for-you, organic, and gluten-free snacks that help you fuel your training. Use LongRun15 for 15% off MadeGood on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/MadeGood/page/D52B1F41-B2AC-4B27-A77F-E83775F7089F PUMA: Get 20% off any PUMA run or train products from shoes to apparel with code FTLROCT at www.puma.com . Hyperice: Innovative recovery tools for all types of training. My favorite are the Normatec leg boots and Normatec Go portable calf sleeves. Get 10% off with code LONGRUN10 at hyperice.com .