E38 | Airplane Arms & Wild Strides with Grayson Murphy

Discover the remarkable journey of Grayson Murphy, affectionately known as Racin Grayson, as she navigates her path from a collegiate soccer player to a renowned professional runner for Saucony. With accolades including five-time US champion and two-time world champion, Grayson's story is a testament to resilience and reinvention.Our conversation takes you through the realm of mountain trail running and its growing influence, as we discuss the prospects of such races becoming an Olympic sport. Grayson provides her unique perspective on the potential benefits and challenges of Olympic inclusion. The episode also highlights how the sport's integrity can be preserved through increased drug testing, ensuring a level playing field for a diverse array of athletes. Grayson offers valuable reflections on maintaining consistency and avoiding injury, under the guidance of coach David Roche, who champions joy as an essential element of training. We wrap up by exploring Grayson's entrepreneurial journey with Wild Strides Paper Co., a venture born from her love for running and need for a tailored training log.