In this Track, Allie G welcomes Craig Siegel, owner of Outpost Running in New Jersey. Craig shares his journey from a young runner to a community leader in the running world. He reflects on his early experiences with running, the influence of coaching, and the transition from competitive racing to enjoying the sport. Craig discusses the importance of building a supportive and inclusive running community, the memorable races that shaped his career, and the emotional connections that running fosters. He also shares insights into the mission of Outpost Running and the significance of community events in promoting a love for running.

The Outpost Running and Walking Co.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Craig Segal and The Outpost

03:40 Craig's Journey in Running

06:17 High School Running Experience

09:01 Collegiate Running at Villanova

11:57 Memorable Races and PRs

14:46 Transitioning from Competition to Community

17:29 The Impact of Running on Life

20:16 Opening The Outpost: A Dream Realized

23:22 Community Engagement and Events

26:21 The Future of The Outpost and Running Culture

31:56 Creating an Inclusive Running Community

36:30 Meaningful Moments in Retail

39:02 The Impact of Community Events

42:22 Dream Guests and Mentorship

45:51 Rapid Fire Insights

Takeaways

Craig Siegel is passionate about running and community building.

His early experiences in running shaped his love for the sport.

High school and college running provided a foundation for his competitive spirit.

Transitioning from competitive running to enjoying the sport is a key theme.

Memorable races and personal bests are significant milestones in Craig's journey.

The influence of coaching has a lasting impact on athletes.

Running has provided Craig with purpose and meaningful relationships.

Opening Outpost Running was a natural progression in his relationship with running.

Community events foster inclusivity and support for local runners.

The emotional connection to running is profound and personal.