Sports Backers

On the Move

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Sports Backers is a nonprofit active living organization based in Richmond, Virginia. Our mission is to get people moving and this podcast will focus on keeping people active and moving, mostly through the lens of running. We put on outdoor endurance events, host training teams year round, and have programs aimed at bringing fitness opportunities to all corners of our area. All this brings us in contact with stories and ideas that are interesting and inspiring, and we’ll share them on this podcast.

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#1: 24 Hours of Running with Kristen Eichert 04.02.2021 21:23

In this episode of the On the Move podcast from Sports Backers, Kristen Eichert joins to talk about her experiences running 60 miles in 24 hours in April 2020. She gives us the inspiration behind her accomplishment as well as the planning and logistics that went into it. It's great insight for anyone planning to take part in the '24 Hours of Richmond' event on February 20. Learn mor...

#2: Bike Advocacy, Endurance Sports, and Woodworking with Brantley Tyndall 04.02.2021 56:05

In this episode of the On the Move podcast from Sports Backers, Brantley Tyndall joins to discuss bike and pedestrian advocacy. Brantley is part of Sports Backers' Bike Walk RVA program and recently became the new president of the Virginia Bicycling Federation. He talks about the main legislative goals for bike and pedestrian advocates in 2021 and also shared plenty of interesting stories abo...

#3: Advice for Winter Running with Carrie Parker 04.02.2021 28:52

In this episode of the On the Move podcast from Sports Backers, experienced runner and Marathon Training Team coach Carrie Parker joins to share her advice and best practices for winter running. Whether you are working towards a goal race in the spring or trying to get started with a new activity routine, Carrie offers some great tips to keep you moving through the winter. Find out more about trai...