Ep. #140 Expert Talk with Francesco Puppi: Racing, Resilience, and the Future of Trail Running

"Running is always my passion as it was before I was a
professional runner. It's just been an evolution." – Francesco
Puppi


Francesco Puppi is on fire! A few weeks ago, he
has claimed first place at the Transgrancanaria Marathon
2025, overtaking Kenyan runner Robert Pkemoi in a
dramatic final sprint.


In this episode, we dive into Francesco’s journey from
track and field to professional trail running. He shares
how he balances speed with technical skills, the evolution of his
career, and the challenges of managing expectations as a
professional athlete.


We also discuss his recent victory at Transgrancanaria
2025, where he strategically paced himself and overcame
unexpected setbacks. He reflects on the mental and
emotional aspects of racing, the importance of
authenticity in social media, and why supporting
fellow athletes is key to a thriving trail running community.


Beyond racing, Francesco is passionate about the growth
and inclusivity of trail running. As a co-founder of the
Pro Trail Runners Association, he advocates for
athletes’ rights and the sport’s development. He also reflects on
the role of social media, authenticity, and
community in his journey, emphasizing the importance of
lifting each other up in the sport.


"If you are in this game, it’s also about trying to lift each
other up and to support each other, because why not?"


But that’s not all! Francesco and I had so much more to discuss
that he invited me to continue our conversation on his podcast,
Running Long. Part two of our discussion will be available there
starting March 26—don’t miss it! The link is below.


Thank you, Francesco, for sharing your journey, your
insights, and your passion for trail running with us!


Tune in now!


More about Francesco Puppi


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Website: francescopuppi.it


Instagram: @francesco.puppi


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