227. Ryan Montgomery: Creating Community For LGBTQ+ Athletes

<p>Ryan is a runner with a full time job, family man, ultra trail athlete, queer and gay person.</p> <p>In this episode we talk about:</p> <p>-dealing with a multitude of injuries</p> <p>-running identity when you can’t run</p> <p>-wearing many hats and being more than a runner</p> <p>-channeling a competitive type A personality</p> <p>-growing up and running in Alaska</p> <p>-running 5 marathons in 5 days aged 16</p> <p>-connecting with your mind, body and surroundings through running</p> <p>-ultra running unlocking possibilities</p> <p>-belonging as a queer and gay trail runner</p> <p>-running retreats to help LGBTQ+ youth find themselves on the trails</p> <p>-giving back and having an impact</p> <p>-the pull to run longer and longer</p> <p>-Ryan’s first ultra marathon</p> <p>-getting hooked on ultra running to discover yourself and explore the unknown</p> <p>-growth and development in ultra and trail running</p> <p>-goal setting</p> <p>-sustainable motivations for lifelong running</p> <p>-community being about shared values</p> <p>Follow Ryan on Instagram @ultra.ryan and For The Long Run @forthelrpod</p> <p>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support">https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support</a></p> <p><strong>Tracksmith</strong></p> <p>Thank you to <a href="https://www.tracksmith.com/"><u>Tracksmith</u></a> for sponsoring this episode.</p> <p>Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. Their Summer Collection, inspired by the blue hues of summer watering holes, is now available and features staples thoughtfully designed for training. From their race-day-ready Van Cortlandt Singlet cut from Tracksmith’s signature 2:09 mesh, to the Allston Half Tights and Shorts built to provide a sleek fit in a minimal silhouette, these pieces are built to work as hard as you do.</p> <p>Visit <a href="https://www.tracksmith.com/collections/new-arrivals?utm_source=FortheLongRun&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=2022"><u>Tracksmith.com/forthelongrun</u></a>