Chris Bowles, long time EDGE member and Senior Manager, Community Development of the American Cancer Society, shares his story of becoming an endurance athlete.

EDGE Athlete Lounge Podcast

Just Start Running, with Chris Bowles

Dan Tun, Cofounder of Dare2tri, and EDGE member, discusses his background in team sports, his training journey the past year, and his passion for supporting the growth of adaptive sports.

Finding Strength in Running, with Dan Tun

It's a New Year and time to reflect on the 2018 season and share new ambitions for 2019. We sit down with our diverse community of athletes and hear highlights from this past season and hopes for the year ahead.

It's a New Year, with the EDGE Community

Fran Rugo, strength and yoga coach at EDGE, discusses some of her biggest learns as an athlete this past year, as well as shares some tips about how to stay grounded during this holiday season. She encourages us to slow down and be present by tuning into our breath and engaging in an active gratitude practice.

Being Present, with Fran Rugo

Stephany Lane discusses the role endurance running has played in her life while balancing family life (mom of 3 kids), working full-time, and working through an unexpected cancer diagnosis. Stephany is currently a cancer survivor of 4 years and a big believer in the power of running to keep you moving forward.

Bouncing Back, with Stephany Lane

Scott Lehman discusses his upcoming return to the Leadville Trail 100 this summer following a failed attempt at the same ultra marathon last year. He specifically speaks about how significant the mental game is for athletes and how he has found some new strategies to work with this time around.

The Ultra Mindset, with Scott Lehman

Andrew Maibach, new EDGE member, discusses the transformation he experienced through a six week challenge consisting of nutrition guidance, specific workouts, coaching support, and a cohort of other like minded people.

Journey Towards a Healthier Self, with Andrew Maibach

Justin Behlke, Culinary Director of Pilot Light and former collegiate cyclist, speaks about overcoming one of his greatest challenges faced throughout his athletic career and personal life.

Finding Balance, with Justin Behlke

Dee Palagi discusses her journey towards paratriathlon after her traumatic injury in September 2016. She reflects upon both the adversity she has faced, along with the incredible opportunities that have come her way since her accident. Dee challenges us to be grateful for what we have and to find a community that can support whatever challenges we may be confronting.

Adversity and Gratitude, with Dee Palagi

Dr. Ryan Verchota, Chicago-based chiropractor, discusses treating athletes and balancing family life while training for a 100-mile ultramarathon. He shares his journey to becoming a chiropractor and his passion for supporting athletes to reach their goals while maintaining healthy bodies.

Chiropractic Care for Athletes, with Dr. Ryan Verchota

The theme at EDGE this year is #2018YearoftheCompleteAthlete. The complete athlete consists of four parts: fueling, civic engagement, grind, and intention. We hear from four guests with extensive experiences in each of these areas.

2018 Year of the Complete Athlete

Annie Byrne discusses her love of cycling as athlete, coach, and owner of BFF Bikes in Chicago. She shares the road that led her to competitive cycling, her passion for women in the sport, and her racing and recovery roller coaster this past year.

You Get What You Give, with Annie Byrne

Josh Milberg discusses his motivation to start endurance running and the impact of training with a community of runners leading up to the Chicago Marathon.

Training in Community, with Josh Milberg

Jenna Werdell and Hailey Danz discuss their coach-athlete relationship leading up to Jenna's first Ironman.

The Coach-Athlete relationship, with Jenna Werdell & Hailey Danz

Robyn and Brian Lalonde share the story of how EDGE Athlete Lounge went from an idea to a thriving community of athletes.

How it all began

EDGE Athlete Lounge is a Chicago-based training and recovery facility dedicated to making stronger Athletes across all sports disciplines and ability levels. This podcast highlights stories from the Athletes and Coaches that have created and continue to develop and drive the EDGE Athlete Lounge Community.