When Running Stops Feeling Joyful

Everyday athlete isn’t just a label. For us, it’s a reality check. In this Fireside Chat, Santino Williams and I unpack burnout, joy in running, and the burnout signs we ignore until it’s too late. This episode focuses on the everyday athlete balancing life, training, and expectations while quietly riding the edge. From Santino’s decision to skip the Pittsburgh Marathon to the pressure of chasing metrics, this conversation explores how burnout builds and how to protect your joy. If you’ve felt disconnected from running, this episode reminds you: you’re more than your numbers, and your why is worth revisiting.