Run with Purpose

Sometimes we have to realize that we aren't living to our full potential and need to push ourselves to the next level. This week I start my reddit stories series with Oleksander from PA. He talks about his realization to do more and how that ended up with him running a marathon. His story is motivating and will help push you out of your own comfort! Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB -...

Even the lone ranger needed Tonto! It's so easy to get in our own way and fall into our blindspots without someone there to help us see them. This week I have Jason Daily from Anchored Leadership on the podcast. We talk about personal development and coaching, with tips that not only relate to running but more importantly all aspects of your life. https://www.anchoredleadership.com/ Connect with m...

This week on the show I decided to get a little more lighthearted (take a break from the chaos) and talk about gear. What do I wear and why? I know gear doesn't make you inherently "better" at anything but it can be a tool in our toolbox to help achieve our goals. What gear do you use? Hit me up on the socials to let me know! Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB - www.facebook.com/Flores...

This week on the show I sit down (via Zoom) with Jake Lees. Jake is a friend of mine I met on an impromptu group run a few years back. We talk about dealing with the current circumstances and the lessons that we believe this time will bring out of us. He uses all the buzz words of purpose, intentionality, comfort and more to make sure he hits all this show is about. Hope you enjoy our conversation...

I think there are so many people right now that are allowing their circumstances to take over their lives. We can't control the circumstances around us, but we can control our response to them. This week I talk about my Virtual Boston Marathon and how they gave me the thought about making the best of out the circumstances that come up rather than blaming our circumstances for the reason we aren't...

With all that is going on in our world today, things are just so uncertain. But I don't believe that uncertainty should lead to fear or that we should resist it. I think that in uncertain situations we can grow in ways that we couldn't otherwise. Getting comfortable with discomfort can mean embracing those times of uncertainty in our lives. This week I talk about my thoughts on uncertainty and how...

*This episode was recorded on March 10th, a few days before the escalation of the COVID-19 throughout the United States. We wanted to give a PSA of that not to sound insensitive towards the current climate we are facing. That being said, we believe that you should not be living in fear and anxiety but rather take precautions to protect your community, your family and friends and yourself. * This w...

Back to back races on a single weekend are always fun adventures, but they go to the next level with you have someone join you! This week my buddy Parker joins me on the show as we talk about our recent races in Mississippi and Arkansas. We break down our thoughts from the weekend of running over 52 miles. Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB - www.facebook.com/Flores. Run Instagram - ww...

We all want our lives to matter for so much more than just for us. We want to get to the end of our lives and know that we made the world a better place. Basically, we want to leave a legacy. This week I talk about my thoughts (on a soap box) about leaving a legacy and what that means to me. John Maxwell said it best, "at the end of your life people will sum your life in one sentence; write it now...

This week, I have a special treat on the podcast. Aja Carter joins me to talk about her journey in running and how she went from running as punishment to being well on her 50 state journey. We talk about our favorite races, crazy running stories and the things that keep us pushing through the suck and getting comfortable with discomfort. It was a great conversation with someone that is "a special...

"I just don't have time for that." | "If only there were more hours in the day" These are things we hear from others and if we are honest have said ourselves. The thing is we all have the same 24 hours in a day but how we use that time is what makes us different. This week I talk through my thoughts about time and the best way to approach your time to get the most out of your purpose. Enjoy! Conne...

Every year I host a race where the participants are "Running 'Cause they're Hangry, angry for those living with hunger!" This week I go into the history of the Hangry Race Series and a year by year break down of the first 5 years of the race. I talk about the things I've learned to do to make it better and the things I won't dare do again. Registration for the 2020 Hangry Race Series opens on Febr...

Why do I run? Why do I get up so early? Why do I do what I do? We all have "why?" type moments in our lives, but have you ever taken a moment to actually think through the why? Everything that we do has a why attached to it but does that why align with your values and purpose? This week I talk through this thought of mine of getting down to the "why?" in what we do and what we have in order to liv...

This week I go a little deeper about my motto of 2020 to "be present". What does that mean to me and how I think if we were all just a little more present how much better we could be. I also give a little bit of a highlight of our trip to Australia. Enjoy! Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB - www.facebook.com/Flores. Run Instagram - www.instagram.com/Flores. Run Podcast details at www....

Sometimes we just need someone to hold us accountable to get us out the door. This week we talk with Annie (IG - www.instagram.com/annieshoe.active ) about how a simple invite from a neighbor got her involved in a neighborhood running group. We also talk about the magic of IG connections and how that has shaped all aspects of our running. I think you are going to enjoy getting to know a little bit...

Before you can look ahead, you should reflect on where you've been. This week on the show I took a look back at 2019 and take an inventory of what I did and what I didn't. Then shifting to 2020 and get on my soap box about about never selling yourself short! Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB - www.facebook.com/Flores. Run Instagram - www.instagram.com/Flores. Run Podcast details at ww...

Merry Christmas! I hope you have an amazing holiday week with your friends and family. This episode is just a quick thank you for everyone that has made and continues to make this podcast something I look forward to recording every week! Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB - www.facebook.com/Flores. Run Instagram - www.instagram.com/Flores. Run Podcast details at www.flores.run/runwithp...

Six hours on an outdoor track in December, in Ohio? Sure, why not! This week I talk about my fundraising run for Team BMC. It was a great day with an awesome crew of people. Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB - www.facebook.com/Flores. Run Instagram - www.instagram.com/Flores. Run Podcast details at www.flores.run/runwithpurpose

How would you define a runner? Do they have to have a specific body type, run a specific distance, or complete so many races before they can earn that title of "runner"? This week I chat with Vanessa from She Runs by the Seashore and we talk about her background in running and the myths that beginners believe about what makes a "real runner". Enjoy! Connect with Vanessa www.sherunsbytheseashore.co...

Sometimes things don't go the way we planned and how we react in those situations can say a lot about our character. This week his wee some plans had to get switched around and I thought it would be a good time to talk about how to handle those situations. Getting over a sinus cold so my thoughts ramble a bit but you already knew that was going to happen. Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Ru...

It's Thanksgiving week. You know the week where we are supposed to be thankful and show gratitude for all that we have. This week on the show I talk about gratitude and give my opinion on how much better the world could be if we all just showed a little more thanks for what we have. This may be a little ranty but I am really passionate about the topic and I hope you enjoy! Connect with me on the s...

People are so important to helping you be successful, no matter what you are doing. But sometimes people can also be the problem. This week I talk about how to know who is in your crew and how sometimes you have to part ways to become a better you! Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB - www.facebook.com/Flores. Run Instagram - www.instagram.com/Flores. Run Podcast details at www.flores.r...

There are two types of runners in the winter. Those that are getting ready for a spring race and those that want to find a way to maintain their endurance but also not have to deal with the cold. I break down why I love winter training and some tips to get through the winter in both circumstances. Connect with me on the socials @Flores. Run FB - www.facebook.com/Flores. Run Instagram - www.instagr...

We tend to limit ourselves and what we think we are able to accomplish. We can focus to much on the end goal that we don't take care of the little things every day that are going to allow us to reach the "finish line". Sometimes we just need to get out of our own heads and realize we are "good nuff". This week on the show I have Stefano Sanzo. He shares his story of how he got to and through his f...

Sometimes things happen to us that we were not prepared for or didn't feel like we deserved. I believe that how we react in those moments makes us stronger. This week we get a little heavier and talk with Roni, a new friend of mine I met from the Morgantown marathon. We talk about her story and how perseverance has made her into the woman that she is today! Connect with me on the socials @Flores....