Run the Edge Is In Its 12th Season and Has Touched Participants From Around the Globe.
As the original trailblazer in virtual fitness events, we honor our history while continuing to grow into the most inspiring community for runners and fitness enthusiasts to belong to.
Meet The Run-Lovin' Team
Founded by an Olympian & a Psychology Educator
In 2011, Olympian Adam Goucher and educator Tim Catalano teamed up to write the bestselling book Running the Edge.
The book’s mix of personal stories, practical running advice, and motivation to push your own potential made it a bestseller — and pretty soon, Tim and Adam found themselves speaking to audiences all over the country to share the transformational power of running.
Less than three years later, they began producing fitness challenges to help even more people find success, motivation, and fulfillment.
These days, you can find Tim and Adam going head-to-head and racking up miles in the Amerithon challenge or just hanging around the office in search of snacks.
RTE CO-FOUNDERS' STORY:
Adam Goucher
Fav Food: Chips and salsa
Shoe Size: 10
Claim to Fame: Can injure himself doing just about anything
Adam’s long running career includes multiple national championships at the high school, collegiate, and professional levels. He made the U.S.A. Olympic team in the 5000 Meters in 2000, finishing 11th in the world that year. His lifetime bests include times of 3 minutes, 54 seconds in the mile and 13 minutes, 10 seconds in the 5K.
Adam’s passion for running is tied to his lifelong pursuit of becoming a better husband, father, and friend. As the co-author of Running The Edge and co-founder of Run The Edge, he’s grateful to be able to share what he’s learned with the RTE community.
RTE CO-FOUNDERS' STORY:
Tim Catalano
Fav Food: Cookies. Any kind of cookies. Seriously, do you have cookies?
Shoe Size: 8.5
Claim to Fame: His hair style
Tim ran for the storied University of Colorado in both track and cross country, helping push the team to a second-place national finish his senior year.
Post-graduation, he taught high school psychology in the United States, Honduras, and Dubai, and coached teenage runners.
Tim’s background in psychology ensures that every Run The Edge challenge includes multiple types of internal and external motivation.
Tim's first Ultra-marathon was a 100-mile race in Ohio — and he got hooked. He now runs at least one Ultra every year.
NEW RTE PARTNERS:
Laurie Johnson &
Laura Smith
Principals and Partners in All Things FUN!
Fav Foods: Hamburgers / Salad
Loves: Working Out / Dog Walking
From: Colorado
Many moons ago, Laurie Johnson started her career running YMCA's and working to build community around healthy lifestyles. After leaving the YMCAs, Laurie embarked on a journey in sustainability, working to create solutions to make our planet a better and healthier place to live. Laurie has started and managed many companies, all looking to make a difference in the world. When she met Tim and Adam, she knew Run the Edge was a great fit. She embraced the opportunity to become vested in RTE January of 2024.
Laura Smith. Like most kids born in the 70s, Laura spent a lot of time outside and played just about every sport along the way. She likes to joke that she’s a “natural (average) athlete” who may have peaked in junior high. These days, she’s less about chasing points—except in pickleball, which is still a work in progress—and more about chasing potential (the name of her RTY team), celebrating others’ successes, and building community.
Laura has spent decades shaping safety and culture at companies like Topgolf and Wayfair, always wanting people to feel safe and valued. She now brings that same passion for people to Run the Edge, grateful for a community that not only challenges themselves but also encourages others.
RTE CREATIVE DIRECTOR:
Katrina Jackson
Bringing Color, Heart, and Meaning to Every Step of RTE.
Fav Food: Guacamole
Loves: Snuggling with Layla
From: California
Katrina has a long history of bringing ideas and visions to life! Throughout her career, she has helped nonprofits tell their stories through design, supporting their missions to make the world a brighter place. She has also partnered with hundreds of businesses to express their brands through logos and creative campaigns. At RTE, Katrina has brought a colorful, vibrant energy to every amazing design — from swag to the Color by Miles poster — helping the community feel inspired and connected.
When she’s not designing, Katrina can usually be found snuggling with her beloved pup, Layla, or spending time with the neighborhood kids, who also think she’s the coolest and most fun person they’ve ever met!
RTE HUBSPOT & SHOPIFY DEVELOPER:
Nickson Nowembabazi 'Nick'
Just a simple guy.
Fav Food: Eshabwe and Rice
Loves: Reading & Watching Movies
From: Uganda
Nickson is a remote worker from Uganda with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for design. He specializes in crafting seamless website and online shopping experiences, blending clean functionality with engaging visuals. With every project, Nickson explores new ways to turn concepts into designs that feel alive — whether it’s a sleek website, a bold brand identity, or a creative campaign. His work brings ideas to life and helps the business share its story in a way that truly resonates.
