Episode 25: Diversity and Representation in Running from Track to Trail with Adam Merry

In today’s episode, Faith is joined by Adam Merry. Adam is an accomplished track and trail runner. He started trail running back in 2017 and has since raced distances, both on road and trail, of up to 100k.

In this conversation, Faith and Adam talk about the importance of diversity and representation in running, both in track and trail. Adam shares his introduction to running and how he fell in love with the sport. He also shares his experience going from track to trail without much diversity and representation in the field. Adam also talks about his favorite races from his incredible race career so far, finding a good group of people to train with, and honoring the seasons of your training.

From Adam’s goal of becoming the first Black man to podium at Western States, to how racism generally makes us all perform worse, this conversation is an eye-opener in the world of running.

Tune in to hear all about Adam’s experience as an elite and lifelong athlete on a mission to increase representation and diversity inultrarunning.