Oct 2, 2025
The world of running isn't just about
PRs and miles—it's about connection. Join us on the Athletics
Ontario Running Podcast for an electrifying conversation with
Lauren Mantha, the former nurse who traded her scrubs for running
shoes and ignited a movement with "A Running List." What started in
2023 as a single charity challenge didn't just transform her body;
it reshaped her life. Lauren dives into the unexpected social power
she found in local run clubs, calling the experience nothing short
of transformative.
Inspired by this sense of belonging, Lauren built a resource every
runner needs: "A Running List." This incredible website is a
one-stop-shop designed to help anyone—from beginner to
marathoner—easily find and join run clubs, and she's not stopping
there. Hear her ambitious plans to expand this community-finding
tool globally!
We'll talk about the logistics and magic of organizing community
runs, the future fitness goals that keep her moving, and why, for
her, the true finish line isn't a banner—it's a vibrant,
interconnected community. If you’re looking for a dose of
inspiration that proves running is the ultimate team sport, lace up
and listen in!
Learn more about Lauren
at: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmantha/
Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-ontario-2025-membership