Apr 30, 2026
In this episode of the Athletics
Ontario Running Podcast, we’re joined by Sasha Wolff, the
powerhouse founder of the non-profit Still I Run. Sasha’s journey
didn’t start at a starting line; it started in a hospital bed in
2011 during a battle with clinical depression. It was there she
discovered that while therapy and medication were vital, movement
was the missing piece of her recovery puzzle. This realization
eventually transformed from a personal lifeline into Still I Run, a
non-profit organization dedicated to the intersection of mental
health and distance running.
The organization now serves as a digital sanctuary that dismantles
the "elite athlete" archetype, welcoming participants of all
backgrounds and abilities. Through initiatives like the May mental
health run streak—a 31-mile challenge at any pace—Wolff prioritizes
consistency over intensity. By shifting the focus away from
performance metrics, she reframes running as a practice of grace
and healing where every mile is a victory for mental clarity.
So much to gain from this episode! And make sure to check out
John's current project, Outrun the
Darkness
Learn more about Still I Run at: https://www.stillirun.org/
Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-canada-road-trail-membership
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