Heidi Guckenberger is the Executive Director of Girls on the Run Central Kentucky, which has spent the past 15 years helping local girls build confidence and healthy relationships through running. Heidi discusses the history of the organization and the impact its made in Central Kentucky.

Kentucky Running is produced by John's Run/Walk Shop in Lexington, Kentucky, and sponsored by Currex insoles.

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Griffin VanMeter joins John's Run/Walk Shop General Manager Riley Marshall to discuss the Yes for Parks ballot initiative. Griffin wants the city to establish a dedicated fund for Lexington's parks, providing over $8 million annually to improve and develop neighborhood parks, playgrounds, walking and hiking trails, and other recreation facilities in our city. Learn more at yesforparkslex.com.

Kentucky Running is produced by John's Run/Walk Shop in Lexington, Kentucky, and sponsored by Currex insoles.

Lexington’s GreenCheck program is a great way for local businesses to work toward more environmentally friendly practices. To learn more about this program, we talk with Chrissie Balding, from the City of Lexington Division of Environmental Services Sustainability Section.

She tells us about GreenCheck, Reforest the Bluegrass, and what individuals can do to make sure Central Kentucky stays healthy and beautiful for generations to come.

We also chat with our Brooks Guru, Conor, about the brand new Glycerin Max. Head to John's to try on this new high-cushion daily trainer!

Kentucky Running is produced by John's Run/Walk Shop in Lexington, Kentucky, and sponsored by Currex insoles.

Episode Links:

GreenCheck | City of Lexington Sustainability | Live Green Lexington | Reforest the Bluegrass | Reforest 5K

Other Kentucky Running episodes about sustainability:

Recover Brands | A Week Without Driving | Sneaker Impact

University of Kentucky HealthCare registered dietician Kayla Dudick joins the show to talk about nutrition for runners. She educates us about carbs, vitamins, protein for vegetarians, fad diets, and more.

We also discuss the recently launched John's Bluegrass Running Club, a community of local runners and walkers with fun member perks. Learn more at our website.

Kentucky Running is produced by John's Run/Walk Shop in Lexington, Kentucky, and sponsored by Currex insoles.

To make our races more environmentally friendly, John's Bluegrass Racing Company has been getting race shirts from Recover Brands. On this episode, we talk with Recover Marketing Director Adam Bratton to discuss their mission, their process, and how to watch out for greenwashing.

Kentucky Running is produced by John's Run/Walk Shop and sponsored by Currex Insoles.

Learn more about Recover Brands, and read their article on greenwashing.

Thinking about getting into ultrarunning? Local runner Frank Howatt gives advice and shares his experiences. We talk about food, hallucinations, and why ultrarunning is kinder to runners over 50.

We also learn more about Altra's new Experience line of shoes with our Altra tech rep Jordan Chance.

Kentucky Running is produced by John's Run/Walk Shop.

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As runners, we want safer, more accessible roads. But for some people, being on the roads isn't a choice; it's a necessity. How can we put ourselves in the shoes of those who aren't able to drive and envision ways of making Kentucky roads more accessible for all of us?

On this episode, we talk to Ford McElroy about Lexington's Week Without Driving Challenge and its goal of getting local drivers to be more aware of the challenges of getting around when you don't have the luxury of a car.

We also talk to our Saucony rep about the Guide, the return of the Hurricane, and more.

Kentucky Running is produced by John's Run/Walk Shop.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Lexington's Week Without Driving
• Strong Towns
• People for Bikes
• Lexington Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
• Engage Lexington Public Input Tool
• LFUCG Complete Streets Policy
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This summer's All Comers' Track Meets proved Lexingtonians of all ages are interested in track and field. So, why don't we have public track access?

Riley, Kellen, and Matt from John's Run/Walk Shop discuss the benefits of public track use in communities and what we can do to bring those benefits to Lexington.

Kentucky Running is produced by John's Run/Walk Shop in Lexington, recently named one of the nation's 100 Best Running Stores for 2024.