Episode 93: Frank Chan on the harmonious connection between running and art

Runners of The Bay

This week we talk to Frank Chan, a stalwart of the San Francisco running community. Frank may be best known for his incredible Strava art, but we learn so much more about Frank in this episode including his commitment to engaging and supporting the San Francisco community as a whole during the pandemic, and how is approach to running changes when he is in pursuit of different goals. Some highlights from our conversation: 🏃🏻 How running evolved from punishment as a childhood to a key expression of himself 🌁 His journey running every single street in SF during the pandemic 🎨 His very first piece of Strava art and the ensuing evolution of his projects 💭 His detailed approach to mapping out and tackling his Strava art 🏅 How he balances his own goals and training with his artistic pursuits 🤗 Becoming a volunteer pacer for Run365 💪 How he views himself as an athlete You can follow Frank on Instagram and Strava. You can find us on Instagram and Twitter @runnersofthebay Check out our website www.runnersofthebay.com and send us an e-mail at [e-mail]. Music is California by The Spectacular Fantastic. Mixing and editing by Brian Walters at Singletrack Sound.