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05/12/2026

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The Man with No Hands Running the Tamarack Homes Ottawa International MarathonBefore setting out to run across the count...
05/07/2026

The Man with No Hands Running the Tamarack Homes Ottawa International Marathon
Before setting out to run across the country, Sudarshan Gautam is tackling the marathon on May 24.
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Fifteen years ago, Brian Beckstead and his co-founders ignited a footwear revolution by proving that standard shoes were...
05/07/2026

Fifteen years ago, Brian Beckstead and his co-founders ignited a footwear revolution by proving that standard shoes were working against the human body. By engineering the game-changing zero-drop platform and signature wide toe box, they returned running to its natural roots and launched the global powerhouse known as Altra.

In this episode, host John Shep break down the brand’s relentless entrepreneurial spirit and its deep commitment to the trails, highlighted by Altra’s massive new lead sponsorship of Ontario's own Sulphur Springs Trail Race. Brian shares the strategy behind their intentional growth across Canada and their mission to keep the sport accessible for the next generation of athletes. 🏃💨

From hacking shoes at a kitchen table to dominating the road and trail markets, Beckstead’s journey is a masterclass in community-first leadership. This is a high-energy look at a brand that refuses to settle, proving that when you prioritize solving problems over chasing profits, you change the industry forever.

Listen to the full episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast anywhere you get your podcasts.

05/04/2026

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