Love isn't easy. It's complicated. It takes practice... And sometimes, we must fall out of love to learn how to sustain it. Long-distance runner Craig Engels' relationship with his profession is no different. After a series of disappointing setbacks, Engels has gone on to find himself through the very sport he once contemplated leaving behind. But this time around, he’s doing things differently. He’s doing it his way. Being a professional runner means pouring into his community and all the aspects that bring him joy.

0:55 Who Am I?
2:14 The Turning Point
5:00 Into the Wild
8:02 For the Love of Running

Our new series “What Are You Working On?” uncovers the works in progress happening around the world as athletes navigate journeys in and beyond their sport. Long-distance runner Craig Engels is working on staying in love with his sport by leaning into his second family, the running community, and creating new experiences off the track. Never Done pouring into the love!