For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running How Jason Bahamundi Overcame Burnout and Disordered Eating to Build a Media Platform for Everyday Athletes
Oct 4, 2024
53:05
Is building a media company a bigger test of endurance than a 250 mile race?
Jason Bahamundi is an 8x Ironman and 8x 100 Mile finisher, plus a finisher of the inaugural Cocodona 250.
But he thinks his biggest endurance feat so far is founding his sports publication, Run•Tri•Bike.
Jason believes that there is a spot at the starting line for everybody and every body, despite the obstacles they may encounter along the way.
Listen to hear about:
- The evolution of running culture alongside social media
- Personal takes on Boston Marathon Qualifying Times
- Navigating burnout in Ironman training and in business
- How healing from disordered eating opened Jason up to connection with others
- The evolution of Run•Tri•Bike and connecting with everyday athletes
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- Jason Bahamundi on Instagram: instagram.com/cooktraineatrace
- RunTriBike Magazine: runtrimag.com
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