RUN FOR THE FUN OF IT!

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the 2025 Boston Marathon, London Marathon and Toronto Bum Run 5k!Link to Episode 30 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2025-04-27Date Released: 2025-05-03Boston MarathonLondon MarathonToronto Bum Runr4podcast.comToronto MarathonSporting Life 10kGrand Slam TrackIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the Masters, the first Grand Slam Track in Jamaica, YüBaí's super shoe testing and upcoming races!Link to Episode 29 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2025-04-13Date Released: 2025-04-22Grand Slam TrackSporting Life 10kToronto Bum RunToronto MarathonOttawa MarathonIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí catch up, chat about the recent Chilly Half Marathon, Tokyo Marathon, and upcoming races!Link to Episode 28 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2025-03-11Date Released: 2025-04-04Chilly Half MarathonToronto Bum RunToronto MarathonSporting Life 10kOttawa MarathonIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor, YüBaí and the Bachelor Party crew chat about the 2025 Mesa Marathon!Link to Episode 27 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2025-02-08Date Released: 2025-02-15Mesa MarathonMerlin Birding AppStrava PostNobody Asked Us Podcast with Kara Goucher & Des LindenIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí Luka Dončić, Conor's injury and preview the Mesa Marathon Bachelor Party weekend!Link to Episode 26 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2025-02-03Date Released: 2025-02-05Mesa MarathonAmerican Kestrel (BlueSky Link)Intro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the new podcast name, marathon training, Love Island and more!Link to Episode 25 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2025-01-14Date Released: 2025-01-17Sporting Life 10KMesa MarathonIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí catch up and chat about the BlackToe Holiday 10k, the San Diego Holiday Half and more!Link to Episode 24 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-12-23Date Released: 2024-12-23BlackToe Holiday 10kBlackToe Holiday 10k ResultsSan Diego Holiday HalfSan Diego Holiday Half ResultsMesa MarathonTCS Toronto WaterfrontHolly Jolly Fun Run 5kIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí interview Dermot Kenny about his running background, his win at the TCS Waterfront 5k and the Holly Jolly Fun Run!Link to Episode 23 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaAbout the GuestDermot Kenny is a 28 year old Irish runner who recently broke 15 minutes for the 5k. He is based in Toronto, runs with the BlackToe Run Club and is a self-proclaimed superfan of the pod and now friend of the pod.Dermots's PBs:5k: 14:5210k: 31:48Show NotesDate Recorded: 2024-11-23 & 2024-11-24Date Released: 2024-12-02TCS Toronto WaterfrontHolly Jolly Fun Run 5kNext Up Mag IGDermot's Next Up Mag InterviewJack Daniels CoachDonut MonsterPlanted RestaurantMesa MarathonIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí recap both the 2024 Paris Olympics and the BlackToe Night of PBs!Link to Episode 22 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-11-09Date Released: 2024-11-17CityStrides.comHolly Jolly Fun Run 5kMesa MarathonTCS Toronto Waterfront HalfHamilton HalfIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí recap both the 2024 Paris Olympics and the BlackToe Night of PBs!Link to Episode 21 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-08-10Date Released: 2024-11-092024 Paris OlympicsBlacktoe Night of PBs ResultsIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about Conor's recent engagement, his marathon debut announcement, the US Olympic trials, Grand Slam Track and more!Link to Episode 20 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-07-01Date Released: 2024-09-18US Olympic TrialsDrew Hunter, The Greatest Comeback In H.S. History, Anchors Penn Relays DMRSprint on NetflixIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the Prefontaine Classic, YüBaí's 5k time trial, the Sporting Life 10k and more!Link to Episode 19 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-05-25Date Released: 2024-06-092024 Prefontaine ClassicNobody Asked Us Podcast with Kara Goucher & Des LindenCITIUS MAG PodcastBackstraight Boys PodcastSporting Life 10kIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the 2024 Toronto Bum Run and Toronto Half Marathon, racing in the rain, racing solo and more!Link to Episode 18 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-05-06Date Released: 2024-05-24Bubba Baloo's (Prince George)SWAP: Some Work, All PlayBum Run 2024 ResultsToronto Half Marathon ResultsToronto Marathon (2023) founder apologizes to runners for poor race experienceThe Toronto Marathon (2024): a series of unfortunate eventsToronto Marathon [the spring one] - Does it suck? Why should I not run it?Caitlin ClarkIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the Boston Marathon live, YüBaí's 1:27 Half, the Chilly Half, the Achilles 5k, Caitlin Clark and more!Link to Episode 17 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-04-15Date Released: 2024-05-04Boston Marathon 2024 ResultsYuBai's 1:27 HalfChilly Half 2024 ResultsNobody Asked Us Podcast with Kara Goucher & Des LindenSisay Lemma2023 Japan Marathon Olympic Trials - Yuki Kawauchi Front RunHelen ObiriCaitlin ClarkIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí interview Romain Carette about his path to his recent 2:22 marathon in Valencia, his upcoming races and his goal of running all 7 major marathons in 2025!Link to Episode 16 on WebsiteAbout the GuestRomain Carette is a French runner who has been living in Toronto (Canada, ON) and working for Stinson Design since June 2021. He will turn 35 in 2025, the year he plans to complete this incredible challenge. He started running in 2010 and ran his first marathon in 2015. He fell in love with the distance, over which I recently smashed my personal best in 2h22min37sec in Valencia (Spain).Romain's PBs:5k: 15:0610k: 30:47Half Marathon: 1:07:01Marathon: 2:22:37SocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaRomain Carette - IGRomain Carette - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-03-04Date Released: 2024-03-22SuperPower 5k 2021 ResultsRomain's Valencia Marathon on Strava7 Major Marathon's in 1 Year (2025): A crazy project for a good causeFront RunnersStinson DesignStinson Design CareersIG Reel of Running All 6 Marathon Majors in 1 YearStudio Fitness on SpadinaIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the US Olympic Marathon Trials while failing to watch them, chat about recent trips to Vegas and Costa Rica and recap the 3M Half Marathon!Link to Episode 15 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2024-02-03Date Released: 2024-02-14CITIUS MAG PodcastCITUS Mag: U.S. OLYMPIC MARATHON TRIALS WATCH PARTY: LIVE FROM ORLANDOThe FloTrack PodcastOlympic Marathon TrialsChevron Houston (Half) MarathonLe GourmandBar HopLas Vegas SphereMillrose GamesSit & Kick Podcast: SD Half Marathon Chat / World Record Focus / The Friendship of Josh Kerr & David RibichSan Diego HalfNell Rojas on IG3M Austin HalfFreeleticsChilly HalfIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about YüBaí joining BlackToe, races including the Holly Jolly Fun Run, Black Toe Holiday 10k, San Diego Half, goals for 2024 and more!Link to Episode 14 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-12-22Date Released: 2024-01-12Toronto TCS 2023 MarathonSan Diego HalfSan Diego Half ResultsJosh Kerr on IGBlackToe Run ClubMark McAvoy on StravaCityStrides.comBoston MarathonToronto running quintet sets Guinness World Record in TTC streetcar costumeGreat Trek 10kHolly Jolly Fun Run 5kHolly Jolly Fun Run 5k ResultsBlack Toe Holiday 10KBlack Toe Holiday 10K ResultsNell Rojas on IGAllie Buchalski on IG3M Austin HalfChilly HalfToronto HalfSporting Life 10KKlausHolidateIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the Twilight Tracksmith 5k, the SuperPower 5k, the 2023 World Athletics Championships, the Diamond League Final and more!Link to Episode 13 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-09-20Date Released: 2023-09-22Anteloupe CanyonVinWonders Nha TrangTwilight Tracksmith 5k TorontoTwilight Tracksmith 5k Toronto ResultsBlackToe Run ClubSuperPower 5kSuperPower 5k ResultsToronto BrickworksCityStrides.comRUN FOR THE FUN OF IT! Episode 10: Roaming Rome & CityStrides.comBerlin 2023 MarathonChicago 2023 MarathonToronto TCS 2023 MarathonSifan HassanCourtney Dauwalter2023 World Athletics ChampionshipsCITIUS MAG PodcastBackstraight Boys PodcastF1: Drive To SurviveSteeplechaseSit and Kick PodcastUntitled: The Noah Lyles ProjectDiamond League Final / Prefontaine Classic ResultsIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor, YüBaí and Alison chat about how running affects your mental health and identity and finish with a recap of the 10KTO and a preview of Twilight Tracksmith 5K.Link to Episode 12 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-07-26Date Released: 2023-08-02CityStrides.comGrant Fisher Podcast - The Halfstep PodBlackToe Run Club10KTO Race10KTO Race ResultsNorthern Endurance ProjectCulture Athletics GTEast York RunnersLongboat RoadrunnersOne Academy Run ClubPace and Mind Run ClubPolar Pals Run ClubRunning Works GuelphTurtle Run ClubWe Run North York Run ClubRally Beer CompanyTwilight Tracksmith 5k TorontoMonaco Diamond LeagueLondon Diamond LeagueSifan Hassan Epic Comeback in 2023 London MarathonTwilight Tracksmith 5k TorontoEndure by Alex HutchinsonHow Bad Do You Want It? by Matt FitzgeraldElite Minds by Stan BeechamIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor, YüBaí and Alison discuss Conor's 1st place finish in the Meaford 5k, the USATF Outdoor Championships, the best snacks, the Krispy Kreme Challenge and more!Link to Episode 11 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-07-10Date Released: 2023-07-12Seasonal Affective DisorderCityStrides.comMeaford 5kMeafrod 5k ResultsUSATF.TVUSATF Outdoor Championship ResultsDrew Hunter, The Greatest Comeback In H.S. History, Anchors Penn Relays DMRAthing Mu World's Fastest Young Female in Track & Field History, 2x Gold Medalist at 20 | The PivotUnholy DonutsHarry and Heels DonutsLe Gourmand10KTO RacePride 5k Race ResultsUnder Armor 10K ResultsKrispy Kreme RaceTwilight Tracksmith 5k TorontoIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about CityStrides.com, running around Europe, which track & field sports shoud be retired and more!Link to Episode 10 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-06-08Date Released: 2023-06-12ADSP Episode 133: Lambda Days Live! José Valim, Alexis King & More!CityStrides.comwaqi.infoDiamond LeagueIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí recap the Spring Triple aka the Toronto Bum Run 5k, the Toronto Half Marathon and the Toronto Sporting Life 10k!Link to Episode 9 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-05-15 & 2023-04-30Date Released: 2023-05-29Spring Triple:2023 Bum Run 5k2023 Toronto Half Marathon2023 Sporting Life 10kBlackToe Run ClubFODMAP DietHot Over BakeryTCS Toronto Waterfrotn MarathonSuperPower 5kRomain Carette on InstagramRomain Carette on StravaFront Runner's Run ClubDreamland by Sam QuinonesSWAP Episode 153: Grayson Murphy Interview! World Champion Talks Happiness and Athletics!Intro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor interviews BlackToe runners after finishing the Toronto Marathon!Link to Episode 8 on WebsiteGuestsMonica Lee: IG | StravaCaroline Bolduc: IG | StravaVicky Ladouceur: IG | StravaMark McAvoy: IG | StravaHayley Hughes: IG | StravaKyle StolysSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-05-07Date Released: 2023-05-15BlackToe Run ClubToronto MarathonToronto Marathon Results2023 Sporting Life 10kLondon MarathonTrail Runner Nation EP 510: Moms Run This Trail

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí interview BlackToe runners after finishing the Toronto Marathon!Link to Episode 7 on WebsiteGuestsRenKristian Adomait: IG | StravaCoach Amélie Forget: IG | StravaDavid Lau: IG | StravaKenneth Lee: StravaMark McAvoy: IG | StravaHayley Hughes: IG | StravaNot Sophia: IG | StravaCarley Stastny: IG | StravaAndreaKyle StolysSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-05-07Date Released: 2023-05-08BlackToe Run ClubToronto MarathonToronto Marathon Results2023 Sporting Life 10kLambic BeerBellwoods BreweryGodspeed BreweryLeft Field BreweryBoston 2023 ResultsDisney MarathonAmsterdam Marathon 2023Choosing to Run by Des LindenTokyo Marathon 2023Paris MarathonMelbourne MarathonMaurten GelsBelfast MarathonBoston QualifierIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí chat about the 2023 Boston Marathon, recap the Vancouver Sun Run 10k, preview the Bum Rum 5k and talk about mental effort and red-lining!Link to Episode 6 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-04-20Date Released: 2023-05-01BlackToe Run ClubChoosing to Run by Des LindenNobody Asked Us Podcast with Kara Goucher & Des LindenBoston 2023 ResultsEliud KipchogeHellen Obiri2023 Vancouver Sun Run2023 Vancouver Sun Run ResultsConor's Vancouver Sun Run! 33:45 PB

In this episode, Conor, YüBaí and Alison chat with Betty Yan and talk about dating, running and the upcoming Vancouver Sun Run!Link to Episode 5 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaAlison - IGShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-04-09Date Released: 2023-04-17Raku RamenBig Trouble2023 Vancouver Sun Run2023 Vancouver Sun Run ResultsThai ElephantConor's Failed 400m WorkoutJessica Olie IGBlogilatesBeverly Cheng IGChubby's Jamaican KitchenBlackToe Run ClubIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí recap the Achilles 5k Race, preview the Vancouver Sun Run 10k and talk about 5k world records, history and times!Link to Episode 4 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-03-24Date Released: 2023-04-03Chubby's Jamaican KitchenAchilles 5k RaceAchilles 5k ResultsAchilles 5k PhotosAdidas Adios Pro 3Spring Triple:2023 Bum Run 5k2023 Toronto Half Marathon2023 Sporting Life 10k2023 Vancouver Sun Run2022 Vancouver Sun Run ResultsLucas Bruchet Bio5k Men's World RecordCITIUS MAG Joshua Cheptegei InterviewJacob Kiplimo Bio5k Women's World RecordLetesenbet Gidey Bio5k HistoryGrant Fischer BioMatthew Lozano on IGRunning Level 5k TimesBlackToe Run ClubRun To The Top Podcast: Secrets To Winter Running UnlockedIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor & YüBaí talk to cohost #3 Alison about starting her running journey and we recap the 2023 Chilly Half Marathon!Link to Episode 3 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaAlison - IGShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-03-05Date Released: 2023-03-20Call Her Daddy PodcastBlackToe Run ClubNoah Lyles12-3-30 Lauren Giraldo Workout2023 Chilly Half Marathon2023 Chilly Half Marathon Results2023 Chilly Half BlackToe PhotosRUN FOR THE FUN OF IT! Episode 2: Chilly Half Post-Race Post-Beer Interviews!Levetto Italian Pasta RestaurantIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor interviews BlackToe runners after finishing the 2023 Chilly Half Marathon!Link to Episode 2 on WebsiteGuestsJon Suckling: IG | StravaAndres Olaya: IG | StravaSeun Taiwo: StravaKristian Adomait: IG | StravaKyle Stolys: IG | StravaSarah Donaldson: IG | StravaKerry Waddell: IG | StravaBrian Putre: IG | StravaNora Kosmidis: IG | StravaMark McAvoy: IG | StravaKevin Browne: IG | StavaSusha Suresh: IG | StravaMark Angus: StravaSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-03-05Date Released: 2023-03-062023 Chilly Half Marathon2023 Chilly Half Marathon Results2023 Chilly Half BlackToe PhotosMaverick Brewing CoBlackToe Run ClubPace & Mind Run ClubLongboat Road RunnersMidnight RunnersRhythm AthleticsAround the Bay 30kToronto Half Marathon 2023Comrades MarathonHalf Ironman World ChampsIntro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)

In this episode, Conor and YüBaí introduce themselves, how they met and the goals of the podcast!Link to Episode 1 on WebsiteSocialConor Hoekstra - IGConor Hoekstra - StravaYüBaí Liu - StravaShow NotesDate Recorded: 2023-02-18Date Released: 2023-02-20Simon Fraser UniversityNCAANAIAYüBaí's SportStatsConor's SportStats2014 MEC Mundy Park 10K (Conor's Time)BlackToe Run ClubChatGPTConor & YüBaí's Febrary 2023 5k!VIDEO: Runner Falls in the SnowAustin 3M Half Marathon 2023Chilly Half Marathon 2023Achilles 5k 2023Toronto Half Marathon 2023Sport Life 10k 2023Intro Song InfoBonsaye - Work of Art (Instrumental Version) (Royalty Free Music)