Meet Sean Sharp and Kathy Webber, the heart behind n89 Trail Running!
Hear Kathy's powerful journey: a foot injury while marking a course unexpectedly led her to create n89, born out of COVID-19 race cancellations. Sean then shares how running helped him overcome a difficult period and why he partnered with Kathy, driven by his love for n89's supportive community focus (especially the Great Mansfield Outdoors).
They detail their diverse events: from the beginner-friendly Chill Session 5K & 10K (REGISTER TODAY!!) to intense ultras like the Vertical Challenge and the Utopia Backyard Ultra. Discover how n89 builds a welcoming trail family, offering coaching and workshops for all skill levels.
The trail is for everyone. Listen now!

Learn more about n89 at: https://www.instagram.com/n89trailrunning/

Register for the Athletics Ontario Cross Country Championships Community Run: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/series/cross-country-championships

Anyone that uses AthleticsReg to register for an event will need to create an AthleticsReg account. Once they go through the prompts to make an account, they'll automatically be brought to the registration for the AOXC Champs with the community run being one of the options on Saturday.

The promo code is aoxc-community-2km or aoxc-community-5km depending on which race the person wants to do (also, you will need to add a day membership). After the promo code is entered, the total cost for the event and the day membership will come to exactly $10 including taxes and processing fees.

Get ready for an episode that's all heart, hustle, and pavement!
Host John Shep on the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast interviews the insightful Alejandro De La Cruz, co-founder of Running Waters in Durham Region.
Alejandro shares his journey from a running novice in San Jose—learning the conversational pace—to becoming a community pillar. Hear how moving to Whitby, Ontario, in March 2020 turned the waterfront trail into his mental health lifeline and forged his runner identity.
Dive into the Running Waters founding story and get an exclusive look at his gritty preparation for the New York City Marathon. He reveals the pain and sheer stubborn determination (and lessons learned) of training through a recent injury, fueled by co-organizer Marvin Mendoza's unwavering support.
This is more than a running story; it's a testament to community, resilience, and finding your flow.

Learn more about Ale at: https://www.instagram.com/brownbeardrunning/

Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership

Ready to hear about Migz Pink's journey to becoming a running icon?
In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Migz Pink, an absolute force in the Toronto running scene and the founder of the electrifying "Me Versus Me" Mentality run crew. But here's the twist: Migs used to hate running!
We trace his incredible path from a competitive basketball background to how the COVID-19 pandemic catalyzed a focus on health and wellness. Migz opens up about trading intense competition for a radically inclusive, non-competitive community that prioritizes connection.
You'll hear how he built "Me Versus Me," the inspiring story behind his popular Riot Relays event—where camaraderie beats clock time—and how he balances an intense training schedule, including marathon prep, strength training, and spin. Plus, he shares the profound inspiration he draws from his community's growth.
Don't miss this deep dive into how Migz Pink turned a simple personal commitment into a movement that's reshaping what it means to be a runner in the city.

Learn more about Migz at: https://www.instagram.com/migzpink/

Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership