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Coach Dean and Mitchell share the third installment of a continuing story from Roscoe Parker. God put running in perspective for him. Then Dean shares his thoughts on why finding where to place the blame just doesn’t matter sometimes.
Rain, Rain Go Away
Post of the Week - Rebecca Wang - Easy Runs
Run of the Week - Brad Reeder - Ode to a Strava Leader
Trivia Answer from last week
Super-Supershoes
Story of the Week - Another Chapter - Roscoe Parker
Philippians 3:8 - That I may gain Christ…
John 14:26 - Listening for the Holy Spirit
Galatians 6:2-3 - It’s not either/or, it’s both/and
How many times do we let our problems, challenges, injuries, etc, define us and bring us down into a pit of darkness and depression when we should be seeking God and looking for what He is doing through our situations and what He is trying to show us and teach us?
When is a time that we have been going through a trial in our lives and questioned or doubted God regarding our circumstances only to find out that on the other side of it God has a plan and a purpose much greater and more wonderful than anything we can think or imagine?
How has God let you know He's not done with you yet when you have felt like you are done?
The Unashamed guys make a great point
Dean’s Thoughts - Perspective
Why Running/Walking are so Awesome
World Athletics Relays
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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Coach Dean and Mitchell are joined by Upward Sports Executive Director Kavin Drake. Have you ever thought something was chasing you? This week’s story will make you chuckle and think. Then Dean shares talks about something that happened to him for the first time in his 45 years of running. You don’t want to miss this week’s podcast!
1:04 - Welcome Kevin!
1:29 - Hydrogen Water, Red Light Therapy and Grounding
3:07 - Post of the Week - Rebecca Wang - Tune in for Thursday Night live sessions
4:32 - Run of the Week - George Williams - Be thankful for the ordinary things!
6:55 - Trivia answer from last week
13:52 - The Upward Running Church Model
20:58 - Story of the Week - something’s Chasing Me! - Rhonda Williams
26:25 - 1 Kings 19:1-3 - Elijah’s expectations vs his reality
29:00 - 1 Kings 19:4 - Have we really had enough? We don’t get to decide…
34:10 - Isaiah 41:10 - Do not fear!
36:52 - Elijah witnessed God’s remarkable power firsthand so why do you think he was so afraid when Jezebel threatened him?
38:38 - Do you reflect back on all the times God has helped you in the past when trouble comes? Do these memories give you the confidence to trust him in your current situation?
41:36 - Elijah was so disappointed in himself for running in fear that he told God, “Take my life; I am no better than my ancestors.” Have you ever felt that way?
45:28 - Upward Sports report
49:52 - Dean’s Thoughts - An Odd Thing Happened on the Road Today
1:01:49 - Why Running/Walking is so awesome
1:03:39 - 9 runner Types
1:10:14 - Trivia Question of the Week
1:10:45 - Motivational Thought of the Week
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We’re all getting older. How should we look at aging? That is the subject of this week’s main story. Then Dean shares his thoughts on what negotiating with yourself looks like. If you want to negotiate better running terms for yourself, you’ll need to tune in.
Become a coach - It will be worth it!
Hydrogen Water
Post of the Week - Sarah Padgett - Kids and running long distances
Run of the Week - Joni-Aaron Adams - @ types of runners
Trivia answer from last week
The Empire State Building Run Up
Story of the Week - Milepost 72: How Did I Get Here So Fast? - Linda Null
Ecclesiates 3:1-2 - A time for everything
2 Corinthians 4:16-18 - We may be growing older on the outside, but we’re getting better on the inside
Philippians 1:6 - God never tires of trying to make us better
How old would you be if you didn’t know the day you were born? (reference to Toby Keith’s song)
Where are you in this “circle of life” journey? What do you feel God is calling you to do for completeness of His purpose?
One of my favorite quotes is this: In the end, it's not the years in your life that count, it's the life in your years. What does this quote mean to you?
41 records broken at the London Marathon!
Dean’s Thoughts - Negotiation 101 - What is negotiation and how do we negotiate for better running terms?
Why Running/Walking is so Awesome!
London Marathon Recap
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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We’re all passionate about something. For many of us it is our fitness and health. Coach Dean and Mitchell share a story and talk about where our deepest desires should lie. Then Dean shares an innovative way to think about your running workouts…
Rucking - everybody’s doing it
Post of the Week - Shannon and Gaye Coker get ready for the big day
Run of the Week - Travis Vaughn - Getting back to the routine
Trivia answer from last week
Learned something new
Running a Marathon Runs Your Brain Awesome, Researchers Find
Story of the Week - Resting at His Feet - Rhonda Williams
Psalms 27:4 - Stying in God’s presence
Psalms 16:9 - Is the world turning toward God?
Luke 10:41 - Is Jesus the most important thing?
Formal prayer time is important, but do you also talk to God as a friend?
How do you bask in his presence?
Do you find it easier to do things for Jesus rather than just sit at his feet?
The new Puma Fast-R Puma Elite 3
Dean’s Thoughts - Running by Puncuation
Why running/walking is so awesome
Boston Marathon 2025
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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Have you ever considered your personal mission statement? What would it be? Coach Dean and Mitchell talk about what that might look like. Then Dean shares his experiences over the weekend with a group of new friends.
1:00 - Ville to Ville Relay race
3:40 - Post of the Week - Michelle Palma Stover - Living by your words
6:25 - Run of the Week - Haley Sharp - Sharing Christ for 50K!
11:58 - Trivia answer from last week
16:02 - What is our food doing to us?
31:04 - Story of the Week - A Personal Mission Statement - Rhonda Williams
40:20 - 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 - A mission statement helps clarify the gray areas
45:33 - Titus 1:1-3 - Paul’s mission statement
46:51 - Luke 19:10 - Jesus’ mission statement
51:28 - Do you have a personal mission statement? If not, how do you feel about writing one?
54:00 - John the Baptist makes a statement in the Book of John that can be described as his mission statement. Can you identify the verse?
56:13 - Instead of another question, I’m going to give you a challenge: look up famous organizational and personal mission statements to inspire you as you write your own. Which ones stand out to you?
59:43 - The Dead Sea Marathon
1:03:04 - Dean’s Thoughts - Positivity First
1:16:02 - Why Running/Walking is so awesome
1:16:53 - Boston Marathon prediction
1:18:11 - What’s going on in Ramona, Oklahoma?
1:24:19 - Trivia Question of the Week
1:24:49 - Motivational Thought of the Week
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Hear the story of how the Upward Running Couch to Marathon program helped to heal a family’s pain after a string of life’s struggles. Then Coach Dean talks about whether or not traffic rules should apply to him. You don’t want to miss these stories!
Pollen in the south
Post of the Week - Amanda Neal Harwood - Tough races and wind vs. hills
Trivia answer from last week
Shoes are going to get way more technical apparently
Story of the Week - His Presence is More than Enough - the Couch to Marathon program provides healing
Isaiah 55:8-9 - God can do what He wants and it’s up to us to trust Him
Isaiah 58:11 - God is always there. He just wants our obedience to Him
Matthew 28:18-20 - The Great Commission and showing the world God’s love
When God asks you to take a big leap of faith, what are some assumptions or expectations you tend to have about the outcome?
His daily presence in our lives is precious. Today, what is one practical thing you can do to notice and simply rest in Him?
When going through challenges in the past (or present), what are some unexpected joys God has given you to help you through? What blessings can you look back and recognize now?
What is a side stitch and how do you get rid of it?
Dean’s Thoughts - Rules Will Not Be Mocked - Respecting Running and God
Why Running/Walking is so awesome
Grand Slam Track Report
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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Five Words - By Rhonda Williams
Thank you to Rhonda Williams for her story. And thank you to the God to Who makes all things possible.
If you are not sure of your salvation, please visit this site: UpwardRunning.com/PeaceWithGod
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Aaron Burros was shot 5 times in a workplace shooting and then used running to overcome his PTSD and depression from that incident by attempting to run 50 marathon s in 50 states in 50 weeks. And this took place during the height of the pandemic, which had it’s good points and bad points.
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Aaron Burros was shot 5 times in a workplace shooting and then used running to overcome his PTSD and depression from that incident by attempting to run 50 marathon s in 50 states in 50 weeks. And this took place during the height of the pandemic, which had it’s good points and bad points.
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Coach Dean and Mitchell share a story about a father/daughter marathon combo who once trained together years ago but no longer run together. The father is embarking on the Couch to Marathon journey after many setbacks. Then Dean shares his thoughts on the training partner we just don’t want to run with…
2:35 - Not too late to join C2M
4:27 - Post of the Week - Will Beverlin - Doing it when we don’t think we can
7:27 - Run of the Week - Haley Sharp - We bounce back quickly
10:14 - Trivia answer from last week
17:04 - “Lifestyle Training” and how to overcome it
23:08 - Story of the Week - Life is a Marathon - John Scheopner
28:04 - Hebrews 12:1-2 - Jesus endured the cross for the JOY that was set before Him
34:08 - Romans 5:3-4 - Suffering is GOOD for us!
37:43 - 1 Corinthians 13:7 - Love is often at the heart of suffering
40:21 - Why has God let me live?
47:09 - Why has HE put me in the situation I am in?
48:56 - When we get tired, how do we find strength for “one more marathon?”
52:53 - The most controversial thing we’ve ever said
53:58 - Marathon at Midnight and other oddities
1:02:07 - Dean’s Thoughts - Our Least Favorite Training Partner
1:14:53 - Why Running/Walking is so Awesome
1:17:41 - The 15 year old Kiwi did it!
1:19:11 - Where will AI take the running community?
1:22:20 - 79 year old first time half marathoner
1:23:37 - Trivia Question of the Week
1:24:12 - Motivational Thought of the Week
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This week’s podcast is all about rest and recovery. The story of the week is about taking time to rest when we need it. Then Coach Dean shares his thoughts on sleep. You may be surprised how important the coach believes good sleep to be.
Couch to Marathon 2025
Post of the Week - Rebecca Wang - Explore your area
Run of the Week - Ashley Daly - Mesquite Canyon 30K
Trivia answer from last week
Best of BC - Ihor Verys
Story of the Week - Rest - Julie Dossantos
Matthew 11:28 - Being tired from physical vs mental things
Exodus 33:14 - Are we like Moses sometimes?
Psalms 62:1-2 - How to get your brain to calm down so you can sleep in one easy step
What part of your schedule could you give up in order to give yourself extra time for rest?
Are there busier times in your life, where you know you need extra rest?
What gives you rest?
Update on Scott Kaufman and giving blood
Dean’s Thoughts - Recharging the Batteries
Why WALKING is so awesome
New Zealand Phenom
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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A Run Club member shares his “before” story before he starts the Couch to Marathon journey this year. Then Coach Dean shares his thoughts on how consequential one decision or action can be.
Big Day in the Hollis household!
It’s been 5 years of consistency
Post of the Week - Will Beverlin - Doing what it takes!
Run of the Week - Mary Pavluk Priolo - Representing in Tokyo!
Trivia answer from last week
What is the most embarrassing thing that has ever happened while running?
Story of the Week - So Close - Matt Wilson
Ephesians 6:10 - The Armor of God
John 10:10 - Going in the right direction
John 14:6 - The Way, the TRUTH, and the Life
Can you think of a time that you were so close to achieving something but fell short?
What does this mean? Prior planning prevents poor performance
How do those who love and know you the most describe you to those who don't live under the same roof?
Can a woman break 4 minutes for the mile?
Dean’s Thoughts - Changing the Course of History
Why Running/Walking are so awesome
Action from the past week
Heps Championship mishap
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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Tune in to hear Scott Kaufman’s story about interrupting marathon training to donate a kidney – It is inspiring. Then Coach Dean talks about a benefit of cardiovascular exercise we don’t consider much – but we should.
Couch to marathon 2025-26
Post of the Week - Michelle Palma Stover - Be intentional
Run of the Week - Mike Powers - Sometimes the best runs are the ones you don’t want to do!
Trivia answer from last week
Running the length of New Zealand
Story of the Week - Go and Give - Scott Kaufman
Leviticus 17:11 - How is the blood of Jesus like a best friend?
Philippians 4:7 - You know its God when your peace surpasses the world’s understanding
Judges 6:14 - God will help us just enough to cover the distance between what we can do and the goal
Could you donate a kidney if someone needed it?
If you're able to donate blood and you haven't, why?
What risk is God asking you to take? What is holding you back?
What is Hyrox?
Dean’s Thoughts - Insurance Policy
Why Running/Walking/Rucking so Awesome?
Track and Field popularity
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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How is a training program like Project Management? How is our faith like managing a project? Coach Dean and Mitchell talk about it. Then Dean shares a great story about a Tanzanian runner in the 1968 Olympic Marathon race and how that story informs us today.
0:56 - International phone calls
1:53 - Getting pulled over by the police
3:45 - Couch to Marathon 2025
5:16 - Post of the Week - Mary Priolo - Sometimes pictures do lie
8:36 - Run of the Week - Karen Hammrick - The importance of friends
12:41 - Trivia answer from last week
16:56 - A 68 year old inspiration - Enedina Modesta Perez
20:01 - Story of the Week - Project Management - Kent Ogle
28:33 - Luke 14:28-33 - Plan it before you do it
32:43 - Joshua 24:15 - Decide today!
36:24 - Romans 12:1-2 - The difference between the pig and the chicken for breakfast
39:01 - What can you do now that you once thought you’d never accomplish?
41:03 - What aspects of your life do you need to be more intentional about?
44:03 - How can you leverage your experiences and knowledge to help or encourage someone else?
47:00 - The Wim Hof Method and other cold things
55:29 - Dean’s Thoughts - Finish the Race
1:06:33 - Why Running/Walking is so Awesome
1:07:31 - World records galore! - But why?
1:20:54 - Trivia Question of the Week
1:21:34 - Motivational Thought of the Week
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A running group can be really important to our fitness journey and a church group can be critical to our relationship with Christ. Coach dean and Mitchell discuss that topic today. And Dean shares his thoughts on people who stay until the last person finishes the race.
0:58 - On the road
4:28 - Tornados?
5:10 - Looking for help for a Run Club member…
5:37 - Post of the Week - Josh Johnson - friends in St Petersburg
7:55 - Run of the Week - Travis Hess - It’s all good no matter how the race went
14:02 - Trivia answer from last week
21:02 - Sodium Bicarbonate - the latest controversy?
25:24 - Story of the Week - The Role of Community - Rebecca Taylor
35:14 - Hebrews 10:25 - Getting together with other believers is important
38:09 - 1 Thessalonians 5:11 - Building one another up
43:16 - Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 - Two are better than one
45:19 - What are some of the positive words a fellow runner has shared with you that have helped you overcome discouragement or a setback? How can you pass that encouragement along to another runner who may need it? How is this a reflection of Jesus Christ to others?
49:04 - In the story, the case is made that our spiritual walks are both an individual and a team effort. In what ways is your spiritual life just between you and God (individual)? In what ways does it involve your church or parachurch organizations (team)?
54:38 - How connected are you to a local body of believers? Are there areas of your spiritual life (prayer, Bible study, accountability, etc.) that would benefit from increased involvement in a church? If so, what are some practical steps you can take to get active in ministry?
57:41 - Should we forgive logistical race mistakes?
1:03:52 - Dean’s Thoughts - Staying Until the End
1:15:54 - Next year’s Big Beach Marathon
1:19:27 - Why Running/Walking is so Awesome
1:21:07 - World records
1:25:58 - Trivia question of the Week
1:26:36 - Motivational Thought of the Week
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Have you ever made a mistake? Then today’s podcast is for you! What does God say about mistakes? Then Coach Dean shares his thoughts on how the mind and body are not two different things.
New App
Post of the Week - Lyn Carroll McDonald - Excited about the future!
Run of the Week - Jerri Seigler - A year of running/walking
Trivia answer from last week
Connecting our appetite to the workouts we do
Story of the Week - The other End of the Pencil - Jerry Snider
Philippians 3:13 - Forgetting the bad and focusing on the good
Psalms 34:18 - God is close to us even when the chips are down
Ephesians 4:2 - Showing grace to those around us
Did you ever make a mistake that turned out to be a blessing?
Is there a mistake you need to forgive yourself for?
Is there someone you need to forgive for making a mistake?
Changing running shoes can be a bad thing
Dean’s Thoughts - Mind and Body
Why Running/Walking is so awesome
What studies would you like to see?
Trivia question of the week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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Coach Dean and Mitchell share a story that talks about evaluating the things we do and planning a better course going forward. Then Dean shares a story about how our mind can go from one extreme to another.
1:16 - New Couch to Marathon group!
5:41 - Post of the Week - Michelle Palma Stover - “Easy has never been in my vocabulary”
10:29 - Run of the Week - Richard Ball - coming a long way
14:27 - Trivia answer from 2 weeks ago
20:21 - Woman dressed as Polar Bear Raises money for Cancer
24:14 - Story of the Week - Time to Rest, Reflect and Plan - Rhonda Williams
31:35 - Proverbs 21:5 - Planning
35:00 - Isaiah 28:29 - God has a different plan for all of us
38:20 - Proverbs 24:27 - Doing things the right way
42:37 - How was 2024? Did you achieve your goals, running and non-running? What do you see as you look back?
45:04 - Do you take time to rest, reflect and plan at the end of each year?
50:33 - Do you start each new year with a run on New Year’s Day?
51:25 - Obese Nation
1:01:21 - Dean’s Thoughts - Just 21 More Miles to Go
1:15:36 - Why Running/Walking is so awesome
1:17:09 - The truth about training plans
1:22:36 - Trivia Question of the Week
1:23:36 - Motivational Thought of the Week
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Dean is joined in the studio by longtime Upward Running supporter and founder of Big Peach Running Company in Atlanta and the surrounding area, Mike Cosentino. They talk about the industry, running trends, faith, and many other things.
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Coach Dean and Mitchell have a great story of triumph over adversity to share this week as they share a story about a lady who has lost over 100 pounds along the way. Then Dean will talk about how it is not only good to have a plan, but we must be ready to adjust the plan along the way.
Getting Older…
Post of the Week - Jim Stimson - Looking for the rough road
Run of the Week - Keith Sikes - Gotta love it when it “clicks”
Trivia Answer
The New App
New Resolution Ideas
Story of the Week - Journey to a Marathon - Elizabeth Rodgers
The Serenity Prayer - Where did it come from
Mark 10:27 - Overcoming tough circumstances
Isaiah 41:10 - Comfort in God
With faith and strength, He give lots of grace. God loves me no matter how many times I mess up.
What if I didn't find RUN FOR GOD/Upward Running? I wouldn’t have grown closer to God…
God loved us first enough that He sent his own son. I love God so so much.
Running streak - Good idea or bad idea?
Dean’s Thoughts - The Artist Has a Plan
Why Running/Walking is so Awesome
The Coldest race in the world
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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Coach Dean and Mitchell are back for the first regular podcast of the year to discuss a story about a 3 Stooges tie and it’s connection to a half marathon. You can’t miss that! Then Dean will talk about how being unafraid and not being fearful are not the same thing.
Post of the Week - Joni-Aaron Adams - What is your foundation
Run of the Week - Rebecca Wang - Donut Prediction Run!
Trivia answer
Robert “Raven” Craft and his 50 year running streak
Story of the Week - A Tie at Mile Four - Jerry Snider
Proverbs 17:22 - Happiness is good for you!
Romans 12:12 - Are you boiling over with excitement for tribulation?
Thessalonians 5:11 - Encouragement MUST be genuine
Have you ever done something a little silly to help you finish a race?
What happened the last time you bit off more than you could chew?
Do you have an old friend you need to connect with who needs a necktie?
Strava Year End Report
Dean’s Thoughts - Being Unafraid
Why Running/Walking is so awesome
Goals for 2025
Trivia Question of the Week
Motivational Thought of the Week
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