About this episode

Ever thought about starting a run club or event of your own? Listen up!

Alexandra Weissner is the co-founder of Brunch Running, a community-focused run club and event series based in Denver.

With years of experience producing events like The bRUNch Run and the Steamboat Marathon, Alexandra has built a vibrant community that celebrates running, connection, and post-run brunches.

Want to run the Steamboat Marathon? Use code FTLR15 for 15% off your race entry of any distance!

Listen to hear about:

  • Run clubs as social hubs for community and inclusion
  • How you can start a run club yourself
  • Getting in the mindset to create something new
  • How Alex balanced training and work while professionalizing her running
  • Finding local support and volunteers to make events like the Steamboat Marathon happen

Stay connected:

  • Code FTLR15 for 15% off race entry: steamboatchamber.com 
  • Alexandra Weissner on Instagram: instagram.com/alexweissner
  • Brunch Running Club on Instagram: instagram.com/brunchrunning 
  • Brunch Running Club Website: brunchrunning.com
  • For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram: instagram.com/forthelrpod
  • Jon Levitt on Instagram: instagram.com/jwlevitt
  • Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

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