Athletics Ontario Running

08/26/2026

On the next episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with ultra-runner Leslie Huffman, a true force of nature who constantly redefines physical and mental limits.

Check out this preview of one of her next adventures: the Canadian Death Race by Sinister Sports

🎧 Subscribe so you don't miss our next episode! Link in bio.

08/21/2026

Hey Ontario, we want to see you or your view ⛰️☀️running! Whether you’re training, racing, or out for fun, tag Road & Trail Division of Athletics Ontario and use in the caption and let’s inspire and motivate each other! 💪

We’ll be featuring some of our favs to our stories 🙌

Happy Friday! Let’s run!
❤️ Athletics Ontario

📷 AO ambassador Allison Reiss

08/19/2026

Sandra Auger chased a World Championship opportunity at the Persistence Backyard Ultra in London, Ontario. 🏃‍♀️💨

And in our next podcast episode, Sandra breaks down her incredible journey to taking the win!

Find out how it all started in this preview clip and subscribe today so you don't miss tomorrow's episode (Link in bio 🔗).

08/18/2026

Fall race season is neeeaaaar! 🍂 as the temps cool, are you feeling faster? 👀 maybe it’s time for another race 🙌 check out these amazing local ones 🍁❤️

These are all Athletics Ontario’s Sanctioned races. Check out the full list on our website (link in bio).

Let’s goooooooo!
❤️ Athletics Ontario

08/10/2026

Are you racing in Ontario this summer or fall? Drop it in the comments 👇 running vacations are fun, but staying closer to home supports local & makes the logistics a breeze!

Photo from the 2026 Georgina Spring Fling

Endurance Event Productions

08/06/2026

🚨 Running GIVEAWAY 👀 Hope your summer training is going well because we’re giving away a RACE ENTRY to the Lift Insurance Hamilton Marathon (any distance) PLUS a GIFT CARD to Runner’s Den! 🙌 This fast & flat AO Sanctioned Boston Qualifier sells out year after year, so don’t miss out!

How to Enter:
✔️ follow Runner’s Den & Road & Trail Division of Athletics Ontario & Hamilton Marathon
✔️ tag a running buddy

The Prize:
✨ 1 race entry to the Lift Insurace Hamilton Marathon. The event takes place on October 31 and November 1, 2026 and the race entry can be applied to any distance: Kids 1K, 5K walk/run, 10K walk/run, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon
✨ 1 $50 gift card to Runner’s Den

The Details:
👉 Contest closes on August 21, 2026 at 9:00 am
👉 Winner will be chosen at random and contacted by DM
👉 Winner must respond within 72 hours to claim the prize or another winner will be drawn
👉 Winner annoucement will be posted to Runner’s Den & Road & Trail Division of Athletics Ontario & Hamilton Marathon stories

❤️ Good luck!
Runner’s Den & Athletics Ontario

This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or Facebook.

Photography credit: Richie

08/06/2026

🌲 TRAIL RUNNING WITHOUT THE PRICE TAG! 🏃💨

In our latest Athletics Ontario Running Podcast episode, we’re hanging out with Erin McDougall of Dirty Soles Trail Running to talk about the heart and soul behind one of Ontario’s most community-focused race series! ❤️‍🔥

Erin breaks down his journey from taking over the legendary Fat Ass Trail Run in 2018 to teaming up with Naomi Coker to build events that prioritize people over profit.

🎙️ What We’re Talking About:
- The Grassroots Philosophy: How to keep race registration fees low enough for the whole family to run together. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
- Keeping It Real (and Local): Why manual timing and epic spots like the Batawa Ski Hill are the secret sauce to authentic racing. 🏔️
- Wild Event Formats: The inspiration behind high-energy Happy Hour Friday Night Runs 🍻 and the gritty Sugar Bush Shenanigans endurance challenges! 🍁

If you love dirt trails, awesome community vibes, and races that don't break the bank—you DO NOT want to miss this episode! 🎧👇

🔗 Hit the link in our bio to listen now!

08/05/2026

🌲 Dirty Soles, Pristine Hearts! 🏃💨

In our next Athletics Ontario Running Podcast episode, we’re hanging out with Erin McDougall of Dirty Soles Trail Running to talk about the heart and soul behind one of Ontario’s most community-focused race series! ❤️‍🔥

Listen to this clip of the high-energy and gritty Sugar Bush Shenanigans endurance challenge! 🍁

Subscribe now because you DO NOT want to miss this episode! 🎧👇

🔗 Hit the link in our bio!

08/04/2026

08/01/2026

Hey Ontario! Where are you running this ? Are you on sand? Road? Trails? We’re always looking for recos 🏖️☀️ bonus points if you’re doing a long run to match the weekend 😁 drop a photo or tell us where you’re running in the comments 👇

❤️ Athletics Ontario



📷 Allison Reiss