Today we're hanging out with Quebec trail phenom Maïka Lamoureaux. Maïka somehow makes balancing life as a PhD candidate at HEC Montréal and a fiercely competitive trail running career look easy.

In 2022, she was selected to represent Canada at the World Mountain & Trail Running Championships in Thailand—and at just 24, she was the youngest athlete in the 80K. That experience lit a fire, building confidence and a hunger to explore just how far her limits can go (spoiler alert: she's still finding them).

These days, Maïka's sweet spot is a vert-heavy 50K, though she still carves out time for her third passion: gravel biking. She also talks about how recovering from a broken ankle brought unexpected clarity, showing her that chasing both academic and athletic goals at the same time makes her more balanced and happy.

Follow Maïka @maikalamoureaux

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EPISODE SPONSOR: CANADA RUNNING SERIES

Registration is open for all Canada Running Series 2026 events, and here are a few highlights that you don't want to miss!

Beneva Spring Run-Off — April 4, 2026
Kick off your racing season with a Toronto classic. Run the 5K, 8K, or Kids Race and enjoy High Park in full spring bloom.

UA Toronto 10K — April 18, 2026
Now on a new date for 2026! Experience Toronto's waterfront like never before with this fast, scenic 10K, plus a fun Kids Race for future runners.

Beneva Vancouver Half — June 28, 2026
Soak in ocean views and mountain backdrops at the Beneva Vancouver Half Marathon or 5K — one of Canada's most beautiful races.

Visit www.canadarunningseries.com for more details and to register

Theme Music: Joseph McDade

Giddy up—because today, Michelle and Kim Krezonoski are back! Kim and Michelle have been crushing their own running goals—most notably finishing as the top two Canadian women at the 2024 Boston Marathon—yet they stay grounded and remind us that life is full of different pursuits that fuel us.

Beyond their own training, they've spent the past few years inspiring athletes through their coaching company, Startline Strength. And now, they've added a brand-new venture to their roster: Pairr Socks. Pairr is the result of nearly two years of passion, testing, research, and fine-tuning—and the result is pretty incredible. So gear up for a spicy workout and pair it with this a chat with Kim and Michelle Krezonoski.

Follow Kim @kimkrezonoski

Follow Michelle @michellekrezonoski

Follow Pairr @Pairrsocks

Find Startline Strength at www.startlinestrength.com

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EPISODE SPONSOR: CANADA RUNNING SERIES

As we wrap another incredible race season, it's time to look ahead: registration is open for all Canada Running Series 2026 events, including:

Beneva Spring Run-Off — April 4, 2026: Kick off your racing season with a Toronto classic. Run the 5K, 8K, or Kids Race and enjoy High Park in full spring bloom.

UA Toronto 10K — April 18, 2026: Now on a new date for 2026! Experience Toronto's waterfront like never before with this fast, scenic 10K, plus a fun Kids Race for future runners.

Beneva Vancouver Half — June 28, 2026: Soak in ocean views and mountain backdrops at the Beneva Vancouver Half Marathon or 5K — one of Canada's most beautiful races.

Visit www.canadarunningseries.com for more details and to register

Theme Music: Joseph McDade

Sarah Deeb, along with her sister Maysoun, launched Womensfitsauga in 2020 to get more women moving together in a social, supportive space - and to become the role models they wished they had had growing up in sport. The journey hasn't been without bumps (looking at you, COVID), but every pivot they had to make and new activity they had to try helped shape the dynamic, welcoming run space they have today. Sarah's outlook on showing up as you are and moving together reminds me of my favourite run quote from the amazing Alexi Pappas: "Running is a team sport masked as an individual sport". When we chase our own goals side by side, the work feels lighter, the joy gets bigger, and you just never know who might join you along the way.

Follow WFS @womensfitsauga

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EPISODE SPONSOR: Under Armour Toronto 10K

On April 18, 2026, it will be the same race. Same community. New streets. All gas.

Start and finish at Nathan Phillips Square and feel the city move with you. Registration includes your race bib, UA tech shirt, medal, and a 40% Under Armour discount. Choose an Impact Bib to donate $10 to KidSport instead of receiving a shirt.

Registration is open — sign up now at www.canadarunningseries.com