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Athletics Ontario Running Podcast

The Athletics Ontario Running Podcast explores the stories behind trail and road running in Ontario. A main goal of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast will be to reach those that we are not already reaching, to give voice to the underrepresented members of our community and bring these stories to the masses. All people, all speeds, all terrains, all abilities are welcome. For you, for all, for life.
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EP 195: Alejandro De La Cruz, Running Waters - In a New York (Marathon) State of Mind

Oct 23, 2025

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/

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