Upward Running Podcast

RunClub Episode 306 - Previewing the RunClub Updates In this special episode, Coach Dean Thompson gives listeners an inside look at the upcoming updates to the Upward Running RunClub experience. With a new version of the RunClub app expected to launch soon, this episode walks through what members can expect in a full week of content, coaching, and community. Whether you are already part of the Run...

On this last episode of The Upward Running Podcast, Coach Dean and Travis Vaughn discuss the future of Upward Running.

Does George have anything to say about our running? Turns out, many Georges did! Coach Dean shares his thoughts on them. And then he asks the question: Would you want all your bad runs to go away? His answer may surprise you! USATF Club National Championships Post of the Week - Patricia Adams - Being open to a great day Run of the Week - Rebecca Wang - Comparing yourself to the former you Trivia A...

Do you think God hears the prayers we sometimes blurt out in frustration? Today’s story address that very question. And then Coach Dean shares his thoughts on the history of toaster pastries and how it relates to running and faith. Hang in there on those New Year’s Resolutions Post of the Week - Richard Ball - A different kind of holiday and New Year’s Resolution Run of the Week - Greg Chance - Lo...

Do you believe in coincidences? Or is there a greater power at work? Coach Dean shares his thoughts on that topic. Then he shares his thoughts on comparing our running to someone else’s. Hint: It’s usually a bad idea! New Year’s ETA run Post of the Week - Brooks Wachs - Getting it done Run of the Week - Stephen Havard - 10-mile trail race Trivia answer from last week General Nutrition advice for r...

Don’t miss Darcy Peckskamp’s incredible emotional story as she describes how God used running to completely change her life’s direction. Then Coach Dean and Mitchell share their thoughts on a kitchen apparatus and how it relates to our physical and spiritual training. 1:13 - Welcome Mitchell back fro the other side of the pond 7:01 - Post of the Week - Alaura Page Adams - “I AM a runner!” 11:11 -...

Coach Dean has watched hundreds of Christmas movies. As a bonus, he shares his top 10 favorites along with some other comments on some other Christmas films

Coach Dean is joined by Lane Hollis as they share a Christmas story and some things about Christmas traditions. Then Dean shares a second story with a different surprise twist and talks about how it relates to our running and our faith. 1:05 - Catching up with Lane 4:48 - Post of the Week - Macaela Watson - It’s amazing what you can do when you commit to it! 7:17 - Run of the Week - Greg Chance -...

Join Coach Dean and Mitchell as they share a story that is, at one time, about running and NOT about running. You don’t want to miss it! Then Dean shares his thoughts on Pearl Harbor and what it can teach us. Back from Thanksgiving Post of the Week - Brook Carpenter - Drinking and running Run of the Week - Michelle Sharrett and Jon Sandifer ran marathons Trivia answer from last week Training theor...

Darren Lewis joins Coach Dean this week as they share a Jerry Snider story and reminisce about their running experiences. Then Dean shares his thoughts on overcoming adversity as it relates to physical battles as well and spiritual battles. 1:06 - Welcome back Darren Lewis! 2:40 - Post of the Week - Melissa Lagana and Sue Evans - The 5K Challenge Group is ready! 4:49 - Run of the Week - Lydia Gunt...

Coach Dean is in New Jersey, but that didn’t stop the podcast this week. He and Mitchell discuss Psalm 116 in the context of sports. And then Dean shares his thoughts on Germ Theory and relates it back to running. From New Jersey! Post of the Week - Ashley Daly - Sometimes we need a reset Run of the Week - Val Bleakley - Park Running in Northern Ireland Trivia Answer from last week Sweat proof mak...

This week’s story explains that it is important to take care of the basics and then move onto taking care of the little things – in that order. Then Coach Dean shares his thoughts on an old Twilight Zone episode and what it tells us about our fitness and walk with Christ. 1:02 - Pacing is so much fun! 2:24 - Stuck in the bathroom in the jury room 6:03 - Post of the Week - Madonna Barker - Snow muc...

Does God care about our running/walking? This week’s story tackles that question. Then Coach Dean tells about a short message he saw over a highway in New Jersey and the implications it could have for all of us. Long trip Post of the Week - Patrick Raney - Measure your results Run of the Week - Amber Ward - New York City Marathon! Trivia answer from last week Using Kaizen for running Story of the...

What if you were given a terminal diagnosis? How would you spend the time you had left? Annette Call finished well. Her story will make you cray and praise God for people who have faith like hers. Then Coach Dean says, “Just Be Yourself” is terrible advice. Find out why… Running/Walking in the cold rain Post of the Week - Michelle Mitchell - Looking for God in our surroundings Run of the Week - Cl...

We like to ask God to calm the storm before we go for a run or a walk. What if God wants us to go through the storm? Coach Dean and Mitchell discuss that question in this episode. And then Dean shares his thoughts on running solo versus running with a partner or group. 1:49 - Coach Dean and the USATF 5K Championships 6:27 - Post of the Week - Greg Chance - Good days and les good days 11:12 - Run o...

Coach Dean and Mitchell share a Jerry Snider story about the choice between positivity and negativity and how we can have an impact on those around us. Then Dean shares how a Billy Graham quote relates to our fitness journey. 1:12 - The accumulation of poor sleep 3:34 - Upcoming race 5:47 - Post of the Week - Michelle Mitchell - You can fit your run in if you’re creative 9:08 - Run of the Week - A...

Coach Dean and Mitchell share the story of Wilbur Miller and his struggles growing up and how he overcame those struggles through running and a newfound faith in Jesus Christ. Then Dean shares his thoughts on awards and race trinkets. 1:06 - Funny wedding story 3:27 - Those 9:30 dinners are not good for your sleep 5:35 - Post of the Week - Victoria Mercado - Welcome to Couch to Marathon 10:15 - Ru...

Coach Dean and Mitchell travel to York, Pennsylvania to talk to Sue Evans and Melissa Lagana about how a simple class can change lives. Melissa’s story is one you do not want to miss!

Coach Dean and Mitchell visit Faith Church in Glen Burnie, Maryland where Pastor Jeff Higgins and Steve Camp recently found out what Upward Running can do in their community. Also, you don’t want to miss the story of the dead frog!

Are you comparing yourself to others as you pursue your fitness goals? This week’s story explains why there is so much folly in that idea. Then Coach Dean explains why we should go into every run (and everything else we do) with positive expectations. 1:05 - We’re going on the road 2:13 - Pray for Elton 2:44 - New Pixie Dust shoes 4:58 - Post of the Week - Bill Silvers - Go get your check ups and...

(This is a re-upload of podcast number 287. Sorry for the confusion. This one should be correct!) Coach dean and Mitchell talk about doing hard things all the time and this week’s story talks about why that’s a good thing. Then Dean shares a story about rumble strips on the side of the road and how they inform our running/walking and our faith. They also share a little tribute to Charlie Kirk – a...

Coach dean and Mitchell talk about doing hard things all the time and this week’s story talks about why that’s a good thing. Then Dean shares a story about rumble strips on the side of the road and how they inform our running/walking and our faith. They also share a little tribute to Charlie Kirk – a man how lived out his faith boldy. 1:06 - Happy Birthday Coach Dean 1:40 - Tribute to Charlie Kirk...

Have you ever had God tell you something so clearly that you were willing to go against the experts to fulfill God’s plan? You’ll hear it this week. Then Dean shares his thoughts on why it can be really bad to compare yourself to others. 1:03 - God Story 4:56 - Labor Day Race 6:18 - Post of the Week - Diane B - Starting over 11:18 - Run of the Week - Greg Chance - Running and lightning 15:23 - Tri...

Coach Dean, Lane Hollis and Patten Rector make their World Athletics Championship picks.

Coach Dean and Mitchell talk about the importance and need for community in our running/walking lives as well as our spiritual lives. They always say, “There’s more than just running going on here,” and this week’s story puts that sentiment in perspective. Then Dean talks about times when it is okay to break the rules. Interesting thing happened at the track this week Post of the Week - Kimberly S...