EPISODE · Aug 4, 2026 · 46 MIN
#59 Why Running Never Leaves You | Deena Kastor
from The People Run Podcast · host Fitz Mayi
Olympic medalist, author, and lifelong runner Deena Kastor joins The People Run Podcast.We talk about how her relationship with running has evolved, why joy matters more than chasing personal bests, what keeps her running today, the growth of the running community, writing Let Your Mind Run, and the lessons running continues to teach her decades after standing on the Olympic podium.If you’ve ever wondered why we keep coming back to running, this conversation is for you.Enjoy the episode.Chapters00:00 Why Running Never Leaves You02:58 Deena's Current Running Routine and Goals06:59 Evolving Relationship with Running and Aging12:00 The Impact of Community and Environment on Running17:02 The Growth of the Sport and New Major Races22:05 Deena's Reflection on Her Marathon Journey26:53 The Mental and Emotional Benefits of Running33:50 Writing Let Your Mind Run42:00 The Power of Inspiration and Quotes in Running45:06 Kindness, Community, and the Future of RunningFollow Deena:instagram.com/deenakastor/Follow The People Run Podcast:instagram.com/thepeoplerunpodcast/Music: instagram.com/mech__beats/
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Olympic medalist, author, and lifelong runner Deena Kastor joins The People Run Podcast. We talk about how her relationship with running has evolved, why joy matters more than chasing personal bests, what keeps her running today, the growth of the running community, writing Let Your Mind Run, and the lessons running continues to teach her decades after standing on the Olympic podium. If you’ve ever wondered why we keep coming back to running, this conversation is for you. Enjoy the episode. C...
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