RUN FOR THE FUN OF IT!

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí interview Romain Carette about his path to his recent 2:22 marathon in Valencia, his upcoming races and his goal of running all 7 major marathons in 2025! Link to Episode 16 on WebsiteAbout the Guest Romain Carette is a French runner who has been living in Toronto (Canada, ON) and working for Stinson Design since June 2021. He will turn 35 in 2025, the year he plans to complete this incredible challenge. He started running in 2010 and ran his first marathon in 2015. He fell in love with the distance, over which I recently smashed my personal best in 2h22min37sec in Valencia (Spain). Romain’s PBs: 5k10kHalf MarathonMarathonSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaRomain Carette - IGRomain Carette - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2024-03-04 Date Released: 2024-03-22 SuperPower 5k 2021 ResultsRomain’s Valencia Marathon on Strava7 Major Marathon’s in 1 Year (2025): A crazy project for a good causeFront RunnersStinson DesignStinson Design CareersIG Reel of Running All 6 Marathon Majors in 1 YearStudio Fitness on SpadinaIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the US Olympic Marathon Trials while failing to watch them, chat about recent trips to Vegas and Costa Rica and recap the 3M Half Marathon! Link to Episode 15 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2024-02-03 Date Released: 2024-02-14 CITIUS MAG PodcastCITUS Mag: U.S. OLYMPIC MARATHON TRIALS WATCH PARTY: LIVE FROM ORLANDOThe FloTrack PodcastOlympic Marathon TrialsChevron Houston (Half) MarathonLe GourmandBar HopLas Vegas SphereMillrose GamesSit & Kick Podcast: SD Half Marathon Chat / World Record Focus / The Friendship of Josh Kerr & David RibichSan Diego HalfNell Rojas on IG3M Austin HalfFreeleticsChilly HalfIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about YüBaí joining BlackToe, races including the Holly Jolly Fun Run, Black Toe Holiday 10k, San Diego Half, goals for 2024 and more! Link to Episode 14 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-12-22 Date Released: 2024-01-12 Toronto TCS 2023 MarathonSan Diego HalfSan Diego Half ResultsJosh Kerr on IGBlackToe Run ClubMark McAvoy on StravaCityStrides.comBoston MarathonToronto running quintet sets Guinness World Record in TTC streetcar costumeGreat Trek 10kHolly Jolly Fun Run 5kHolly Jolly Fun Run 5k ResultsBlack Toe Holiday 10KBlack Toe Holiday 10K ResultsNell Rojas on IGAllie Buchalski on IG3M Austin HalfChilly HalfToronto HalfSporting Life 10KKlausHolidateIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the Twilight Tracksmith 5k, the SuperPower 5k, the 2023 World Athletics Championships, the Diamond League Final and more! Link to Episode 13 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-09-20 Date Released: 2023-09-22 Anteloupe CanyonVinWonders Nha TrangTwilight Tracksmith 5k TorontoTwilight Tracksmith 5k Toronto ResultsBlackToe Run ClubSuperPower 5kSuperPower 5k ResultsToronto BrickworksCityStrides.comRUN FOR THE FUN OF IT! Episode 10: Roaming Rome & CityStrides.comBerlin 2023 MarathonChicago 2023 MarathonToronto TCS 2023 MarathonSifan HassanCourtney Dauwalter2023 World Athletics ChampionshipsCITIUS MAG PodcastBackstraight Boys PodcastF1: Drive To SurviveSteeplechaseSit and Kick PodcastUntitled: The Noah Lyles ProjectDiamond League Final / Prefontaine Classic ResultsIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor, YüBaí and Alison chat about how running affects your mental health and identity and finish with a recap of the 10KTO and a preview of Twilight Tracksmith 5K. Link to Episode 12 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-07-26 Date Released: 2023-08-02 CityStrides.comGrant Fisher Podcast - The Halfstep PodBlackToe Run Club10KTO Race10KTO Race ResultsNorthern Endurance ProjectCulture Athletics GTEast York RunnersLongboat RoadrunnersOne Academy Run ClubPace and Mind Run ClubPolar Pals Run ClubRunning Works GuelphTurtle Run ClubWe Run North York Run ClubRally Beer CompanyTwilight Tracksmith 5k TorontoMonaco Diamond LeagueLondon Diamond LeagueSifan Hassan Epic Comeback in 2023 London MarathonTwilight Tracksmith 5k TorontoEndure by Alex HutchinsonHow Bad Do You Want It? by Matt FitzgeraldElite Minds by Stan BeechamIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor, YüBaí and Alison discuss Conor’s 1st place finish in the Meaford 5k, the USATF Outdoor Championships, the best snacks, the Krispy Kreme Challenge and more! Link to Episode 11 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-07-10 Date Released: 2023-07-12 Seasonal Affective DisorderCityStrides.comMeaford 5kMeafrod 5k ResultsUSATF.TVUSATF Outdoor Championship ResultsDrew Hunter, The Greatest Comeback In H.S. History, Anchors Penn Relays DMRAthing Mu World’s Fastest Young Female in Track & Field History, 2x Gold Medalist at 20 | The PivotUnholy DonutsHarry and Heels DonutsLe Gourmand10KTO RacePride 5k Race ResultsUnder Armor 10K ResultsKrispy Kreme RaceTwilight Tracksmith 5k TorontoIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about CityStrides.com, running around Europe, which track & field sports shoud be retired and more! Link to Episode 10 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-06-08 Date Released: 2023-06-12 ADSP Episode 133: Lambda Days Live! José Valim, Alexis King & More!CityStrides.comwaqi.infoDiamond LeagueIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí recap the Spring Triple aka the Toronto Bum Run 5k, the Toronto Half Marathon and the Toronto Sporting Life 10k! Link to Episode 9 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-05-15 & 2023-04-30 Date Released: 2023-05-29 Spring Triple:2023 Bum Run 5k2023 Toronto Half Marathon2023 Sporting Life 10kBlackToe Run ClubFODMAP DietHot Over BakeryTCS Toronto Waterfrotn MarathonSuperPower 5kRomain Carette on InstagramRomain Carette on StravaFront Runner’s Run ClubDreamland by Sam QuinonesSWAP Episode 153: Grayson Murphy Interview! World Champion Talks Happiness and Athletics!Intro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor interviews BlackToe runners after finishing the Toronto Marathon! Link to Episode 8 on WebsiteGuests IGStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-05-07 Date Released: 2023-05-15 BlackToe Run ClubToronto MarathonToronto Marathon Results2023 Sporting Life 10kLondon MarathonTrail Runner Nation EP 510: Moms Run This Trail💐 Happy International Women’s Day! 💐 Strava PostStrava Post with 3 BooksChoosing to Run by Des LindenThe Longest Race by Kara GoucherGood for a Girl by Lauren FleshmanTiger Woods (book)Tiger (HBO series)Tiger Woods Masters shot on 16th Hole 2005Tiger Woods’ 2019 Masters victory as described by the playersBelfast MarathonLink to Mark Belfast Marathon VideoIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí interview BlackToe runners after finishing the Toronto Marathon! Link to Episode 7 on WebsiteGuests IGStravaIGStravaIGStravaStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-05-07 Date Released: 2023-05-08 BlackToe Run ClubToronto MarathonToronto Marathon Results2023 Sporting Life 10kLambic BeerBellwoods BreweryGodspeed BreweryLeft Field BreweryBoston 2023 ResultsDisney MarathonAmsterdam Marathon 2023Choosing to Run by Des LindenTokyo Marathon 2023Paris MarathonMelbourne MarathonMaurten GelsBelfast MarathonBoston QualifierIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the 2023 Boston Marathon, recap the Vancouver Sun Run 10k, preview the Bum Rum 5k and talk about mental effort and red-lining! Link to Episode 6 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-04-20 Date Released: 2023-05-01 BlackToe Run ClubChoosing to Run by Des LindenNobody Asked Us Podcast with Kara Goucher & Des LindenBoston 2023 ResultsEliud KipchogeHellen Obiri2023 Vancouver Sun Run2023 Vancouver Sun Run ResultsConor’s Vancouver Sun Run! 33:45 PB 🔥 Strava Activity“Here’s a list of people who went out too hard in the Sun Run” Strava Segment2023 Toronto Bum Run2023 Toronto Bum Run ResultsRed Lining Article “Riding the Red Line”Work out with Mark McAvoyIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor, YüBaí and Alison chat with Betty Yan and talk about dating, running and the upcoming Vancouver Sun Run! Link to Episode 5 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaAlison - IGShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-04-09 Date Released: 2023-04-17 Raku RamenBig Trouble2023 Vancouver Sun Run2023 Vancouver Sun Run ResultsThai ElephantConor’s Failed 400m WorkoutJessica Olie IGBlogilatesBeverly Cheng IGChubby’s Jamaican KitchenBlackToe Run ClubIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí recap the Achilles 5k Race, preview the Vancouver Sun Run 10k and talk about 5k world records, history and times! Link to Episode 4 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-03-24 Date Released: 2023-04-03 Chubby’s Jamaican KitchenAchilles 5k RaceAchilles 5k ResultsAchilles 5k PhotosAdidas Adios Pro 3Spring Triple:2023 Bum Run 5k2023 Toronto Half Marathon2023 Sporting Life 10k2023 Vancouver Sun Run2022 Vancouver Sun Run ResultsLucas Bruchet Bio5k Men’s World RecordCITIUS MAG Joshua Cheptegei InterviewJacob Kiplimo Bio5k Women’s World RecordLetesenbet Gidey Bio5k HistoryGrant Fischer BioMatthew Lozano on IGRunning Level 5k TimesBlackToe Run ClubRun To The Top Podcast: Secrets To Winter Running UnlockedIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor & YüBaí talk to cohost #3 Alison about starting her running journey and we recap the 2023 Chilly Half Marathon! Link to Episode 3 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaAlison - IGShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-03-05 Date Released: 2023-03-20 Call Her Daddy PodcastBlackToe Run ClubNoah Lyles12-3-30 Lauren Giraldo Workout2023 Chilly Half Marathon2023 Chilly Half Marathon Results2023 Chilly Half BlackToe PhotosRUN FOR THE FUN OF IT! Episode 2: Chilly Half Post-Race Post-Beer Interviews!Levetto Italian Pasta RestaurantIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor interviews BlackToe runners after finishing the 2023 Chilly Half Marathon! Link to Episode 2 on WebsiteGuests IGStravaIGStravaStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStravaIGStavaIGStravaStravaSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-03-05 Date Released: 2023-03-06 2023 Chilly Half Marathon2023 Chilly Half Marathon Results2023 Chilly Half BlackToe PhotosMaverick Brewing CoBlackToe Run ClubPace & Mind Run ClubLongboat Road RunnersMidnight RunnersRhythm AthleticsAround the Bay 30kToronto Half Marathon 2023Comrades MarathonHalf Ironman World ChampsIntro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí introduce themselves, how they met and the goals of the podcast! Link to Episode 1 on WebsiteSocial Conor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow Notes Date Recorded: 2023-02-18 Date Released: 2023-02-20 Simon Fraser UniversityNCAANAIAYüBaí’s SportStatsConor’s SportStats2014 MEC Mundy Park 10K (Conor’s Time)BlackToe Run ClubChatGPTConor & YüBaí’s Febrary 2023 5k!VIDEO: Runner Falls in the SnowAustin 3M Half Marathon 2023Chilly Half Marathon 2023Achilles 5k 2023Toronto Half Marathon 2023Sport Life 10k 2023Intro Song Info Bonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)