Make Time for Triathlons and Ultramarathons Even with a Packed Life: Pro Runner Allison Baca

Hoping to make time for your goals even when you have a million obligations to manage?Allison Baca is a professional trail runner for HOKA. She juggles parenting a 3-year-old and working full time in finance while squeezing in training to compete in big mountain races.Listen to hear about:Getting into endurance sports with triathlons and transitioning to trail runningChallenges of balancing training, work, and family lifeAlignment of values with Allison’s sponsor, HOKAImportance of picking races responsibly in order to not over-racePositive influence of running on physical and mental healthImpact of small victories on overall well-beingRunning community and desire to inspire and support othersStay connected:Follow Allison Baca on Instagram: instagram.com/allisonlbacaFor The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpodJon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevittJoin the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.comThis episode is supported by:Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Get 20% off when you use this link!Pillar: If you’re looking to step up your performance, check out PILLAR at TheFeed.com and use FTLR for 15% off your first purchase.Boulderthon: Our favorite Colorado race event with a variety of distances. Use code FTLR20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon when you register at www.boulderthon.org.