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Charity Miles Playlist #1

It's been a while since I made a new running playlist, but this one might be my best yet.  Check it out on Apple Music here. Got any songs to recommend for our new playlist? Drop me an email here.   Big thanks to our partners at AfterShokz who make…
Gene Gurkoff
September 10, 2019
Podcast Episodes

Daniel Epstein: Be Unreasonable

I'm thrilled to share on of my favorite podcasts yet, with Daniel Epstein, founder of the Unreasonable Group. Here are links to get it on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play and Spotify. The Unreasonable Group is a private global network, and investment firm that backs entrepreneurs who are creating businesses that have the potential to solve the…
Gene Gurkoff
September 10, 2019
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Explain It Like I'm 5: Bone Conduction

Our friends at BibRave and AfterShokz teamed up to create an interesting podcast: Explain It Like I'm 5: Bone Conduction. As you probably already know, AfterShokz transmit sound via bone conduction, meaning our headphones rest in front of your ears, rather than over or inside. However, you might not know…
Gene Gurkoff
September 5, 2019
Member Spotlight

Member Spotlight: Grove Ayers

This edition of our Member Spotlight features Charity Miles member Grove Ayers! Grove has been a member of the Charity Miles community since the beginning and he is closing in on 40,000 miles! Check it out! “I live in beautiful Coeur 'd Alene, Idaho. I work as an asset manager…
Harris Goldstein
September 4, 2019
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AfterShokz Member Spotlight: Robert Smith

This edition of our AfterShokz Member Spotlight features Charity Miles member Robert Smith! The Ohio native has completed many marathons to date and at nearly 70 years of age he hasn't slowed down! Check it out!Robert’s running journey began over 6 decades ago in the Cleveland suburb where he grew…
Harris Goldstein
August 12, 2019
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How To Prevent Future Injuries

Our friends at AfterShokz and BibRave have teamed up to help us all stay injury-free. In this article, Don Reichelt from BibRave shares his story of how he returned to competitive ultra running post-injury.  On December 8th, 2018, Dan entered a trail race with full expectations to win. During a…
Gene Gurkoff
August 8, 2019
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Member Spotlight: Paula Williams

This edition of our Member Spotlight features Charity Miles member Paula Williams! Paula is a Charity Miles Champion and workout fanatic who recently completed a Ragnar Relay, a grueling long-distance relay race! Check it out! “I’m from South Lake Tahoe, California. I’ve lived here 52 of my 56 years. I've been a…
Harris Goldstein
July 30, 2019
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Member Spotlight: Adam Hays

This edition of our Member Spotlight features Charity Miles member Adam Hays. Adam is a Special Olympics athlete who has been involved with the organization for over 2 decades! Check it out! “I currently live in Frederick, Maryland and I have been involved with the organization for 25 years! I work…
Harris Goldstein
July 16, 2019
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Member Spotlight: Caroline Starr Rose

This edition of our Member Spotlight features Charity Miles member Caroline Starr Rose! Caroline, an accomplished children’s author who hails from Albuquerque, New Mexico, has logged over 1000 miles to date! Check it out! Caroline’s story begins seven years ago when her husband was diagnosed with an unfortunate medical condition.…
Harris Goldstein
July 9, 2019
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Sally Bergesen, Founder & CEO of Oiselle

Today's podcast is with Sally Bergesen, Founder and CEO of Oiselle, a Seattle-based athletic apparel company-- by women, for women. Here are links to get it on iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. I first learned of Oiselle because they have a huge and very passionate community using Charity Miles, ever since we first…
Gene Gurkoff
June 28, 2019
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Member Spotlight: Sam Thierry

This edition of our Member Spotlight features Charity Miles member Sam Thierry! Sam, a registered dietician, is currently training for the Chicago Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon. Check it out! “I am originally from O’Fallon, Missouri and have spent most my life in Missouri, but have recently moved to Illinois.…
Harris Goldstein
June 26, 2019
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Emelise Munoz – 13 Year-Old Rockstar

I could not be more excited for today's podcast. It's not an interview, but rather a special musical performance by Emelise Munoz, a 13 year-old rockstar!Here are links to get it on iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play.  I first met Emelise last year, when she was just 12, busking at the GoPro Mountain Games…
Gene Gurkoff
June 21, 2019
Podcast Episodes

Chaz Davis: Running With Vision

Our friends at BibRave and AfterShokz are collaborating on a new podcast series called, Making It.  The series explores the pathways, trials, and tribulations of a variety of athletes as they try to “make it” at the highest levels of their sport. In their first episode, they're bringing you the…
Gene Gurkoff
June 19, 2019
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Member Spotlight: Laura Galligan

This edition of our Member Spotlight features Charity Miles member Laura Galligan! Laura, who works in the insurance field, completed the 2019 Boston Marathon while overcoming a nagging knee injury. Check it out! “I’m originally from New Jersey but live in Colorado now. I’ve been married for almost 13 years,…
Harris Goldstein
June 19, 2019

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National Girls and Women in Sports Day Challenge

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DAY 6: #INSPIRE Great job to everyone who rocked yesterday’s #EMPOWER workout!  And congrats to Beth Dodd in our Facebook Group for winning yesterday’s challenge. Great form on the Wall-Sit! Today’s Workout/Word of the Day is: #INSPIRE. # = Jumping JacksI = Fast Feet (30 Seconds)N = High Knees (30 Seconds)S = Leg…

Live From New York: The NYC Marathon Expo!

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbJwVqCgtoo&feature=youtu.be This past weekend was my favorite weekend of the year, the New York City Marathon. So, today’s episode takes place at the Marathon Expo where I got to hang out with some old friends, some new friends, and a lot of Charity Milers. Here are links to get it…

Member Spotlight: Paula Obering

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This edition of our Member Spotlight features Charity Miles member Paula Obering! Paula, a Colorado resident and avid walker, recently completed her first half marathon! Check it out! “I live in Colorado and I am a software support engineer for Pitney Bowes, which is a very sedentary job.” Paula’s fitness…