Go! Running Talks

Go! Running Tours

Go! Running Talks is an interview series where Lena chats with the guides, guests, and partners who bring Go! Running Tours to life In each 15–20 minute episode, Lena sits down with our guides, guests, and partners to spotlight their stories, their cities, their travel hacks, and the runs they’ll never forget. It’s inspiring, fun, and refreshingly real. You’ll get personal running stories, surprising travel tips, and the kind of conversations that make you want to book a ticket, explore a new city, and head out for a run with someone you’ve never met before. Whether you’re listening on your commute or tying your shoes for your next run, Go! Running Talks is your weekly dose of movement, curiosity, and the joy of discovering the world on foot. Tune in, get inspired and let’s run the world together. 🌍👟

  1. Tokyo has 23 different worlds. Ihor will help you find yours - Running Tokyo with a local

    4月15日

    Tokyo has 23 different worlds. Ihor will help you find yours - Running Tokyo with a local

    Tokyo is not one city. It never was. Ihor, Go! Running Tours' lead guide in Tokyo, has been exploring the city on foot, by bike, and through a camera lens for five years. His conclusion: Tokyo has 23 different wards, and each one is its own world. The 7K and 12K tours he runs with guests cover what would be an entire city center in most European capitals - and still only scratch the surface. In this episode, Lena sits down with Ihor to talk about what it means to find your Tokyo, why the best itinerary is the one that leaves room for the unexpected, and what happens when a runner who loves books, music, and field recording becomes a guide in one of the most layered cities on earth. What you'll hear in this episode: Growing up running 5K every morning in a Ukrainian military boarding school - and  loving itThe Japanese running culture shock: masks, gear, and runners who look like they came from another planetRunning a marathon in Okinawa where a farm handed out  eggs and a man with salt appeared 10 meters laterThe "Find Your Tokyo" philosophy - and what Ihor's own Tokyo looks likeThe toilet tour: a 20K half marathon dedicated to Tokyo's most iconic public bathrooms, built for the OlympicsWhy Ihor never runs the same road twice on tour"Nerds meeting nerds" - what happens when a guide and a guest are equally obsessed with the same cityOne piece of advice for every runner, beginner or experienced Ihor's tours in Tokyo: 7K, 12K, and the 20K Toilet Tour Book a running tour in Tokyo Ready to run Tokyo? Find your route with Ihor at gorunningtours.com/p/japan/tokyo/ Go! Running Tours is the global leader in running tours and connects runners with local guides in 70+ cities across Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Oceania. Whether you're a business traveler, a marathon tourist, or just someone who loves to explore cities on foot - there's a tour for you at https://gorunningtours.com/

    19分
  2. Running Denver with a Local: How Sara Built the City’s Best Running Tours

    4月1日

    Running Denver with a Local: How Sara Built the City’s Best Running Tours

    Sara Amato wasn't sure anyone would want to run Denver. "It doesn't have the cool architecture and history that European cities do," she told us. She built the tours anyway. Sara is Go! Running Tours' lead guide in Denver - ultra runner, trail lover, and the person behind a running community that turned strangers into lifelong friends on a 42-mile day at the Grand Canyon. In this episode, Lena sits down with Sara to talk about imposter syndrome in running and in guiding, what it's like to show a city you had to learn to believe in, and why Denver's elevation will humble any runner - no matter how fast they are. What you'll hear in this episode: Imposter syndrome in running and in guiding - and how Sara moved through itWhat rim to rim to rim at the Grand Canyon actually feels like (42 miles, one day, last half is a death march)Building tours in a city without centuries of European history - and why Denver doesn't need itWhy Denver's elevation at 5,280 ft hits every runner the same way, no exceptionsThe RiNo Arts District - murals that change every season, and why it's one of Sara's favorite routesDenver tours from 5K to half marathon - and why Sara recommends going for the longest oneCoffee Run Club: the all-female running community built to be welcoming, not intimidatingSara's #1 advice for every runner: fuel your body, no matter what Sara's tours in Denver: gorunningtours.com/p/usa/denver/  Go! Running Tours connects runners with local guides in 70+ cities across Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Oceania. Whether you're a business traveler, a marathon tourist, or just someone who loves to explore cities on foot - there's a tour for you at https://gorunningtours.com/

    24分
  3. What Happens when a Hotel GM decides running is part of the guest experience

    3月10日

    What Happens when a Hotel GM decides running is part of the guest experience

    Hyatt Regency McCormick Place in Chicago partnered with Go! Running Tours to offer guests something most hotels don't: a guided running service that starts at the hotel door and takes you into the city. Two routes. Both 6K. One along Lake Michigan - past Soldier Field and the Adler Planetarium. One south through Chinatown's Dragon Gate to Ping Tom Memorial Park. Private, guided, available every day, adapted to your pace. The partnership came from a simple observation: business travelers and conference guests want to stay active on the road, but they don't always know where to run or how to make it happen before a full day of meetings. A bespoke running service removes that friction - and adds a layer to the hotel experience that a gym simply can't replicate. In this episode of Go! Running Talks, Lena sits down with Matt Schalk, General Manager of Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, to talk about: Why Hyatt Regency McCormick Place invested in a running service for guestsWhat hotels gain by catering to active travelers and conference attendeesHow running fits the rhythm of business travelChicago's South Loop and lakefront trail - what makes them worth runningHis best running memory: a hidden oceanfront trail near a San Francisco airport hotelWhat running has taught him about leading a large team Book a running tour from Hyatt Regency McCormick Place: https://gorunningtours.com/hyatt-regency-mccormick/ About Go! Running Tours: We're a global network of local running guides offering tours in 80+ cities worldwide. Discover cities by running, with locals who live and love their city. Book your next running experience at https://www.gorunningtours.com Subscribe for more conversations and follow us for new interviews.

    35分
  4. Training with Elite Runners in Ngong Hills | Daniel's Story | Go! Running Talks

    2025/12/14

    Training with Elite Runners in Ngong Hills | Daniel's Story | Go! Running Talks

    Meet Daniel, lead guide of Go Running Tours in Nairobi and a long-time colleague in our global network. In this episode, he takes us into the world of elite Kenyan runners and what it is like to train in the legendary Ngong Hills, home to some of the fastest athletes on the planet. Daniel shares stories from his running journey, including unexpected encounters with giraffes on the trails and the incredible story of a woman who survived a crocodile attack and went on to become an ultra runner. He also talks about Nairobi’s unique running culture, community life, and the handcrafted bracelets made by local artisans that support families in the area. This conversation is a look into running in Nairobi, training with elite athletes, and understanding why Kenya remains a global hub for distance running. 🎙 Topics covered: • Kenyan running culture and life in Ngong Hills • Training with elite runners in Nairobi • Wildlife encounters while running • The story of the woman who became an ultra runner after a crocodile attack • Cultural insights and travel tips for visiting Kenya • Community projects and handcrafted bracelets 🌍 About Go Running Tours: We operate in more than 80 cities worldwide. Discover cities by running with local guides who live and love their home. ➡️ Book your next running experience at www.gorunningtours.com 🏃 Subscribe for more stories and interviews

    32分

番組について

Go! Running Talks is an interview series where Lena chats with the guides, guests, and partners who bring Go! Running Tours to life In each 15–20 minute episode, Lena sits down with our guides, guests, and partners to spotlight their stories, their cities, their travel hacks, and the runs they’ll never forget. It’s inspiring, fun, and refreshingly real. You’ll get personal running stories, surprising travel tips, and the kind of conversations that make you want to book a ticket, explore a new city, and head out for a run with someone you’ve never met before. Whether you’re listening on your commute or tying your shoes for your next run, Go! Running Talks is your weekly dose of movement, curiosity, and the joy of discovering the world on foot. Tune in, get inspired and let’s run the world together. 🌍👟