Upward Running Podcast

Dean shares his top 10 favorite stories of 2023. Drum roll, please…

Dean shares his favorite Dean’s Thoughts stories of 2023

Dean is joined by special guest Christian Gordon as she shares her story about getting outside your comfort zone. Then Dean shares a brain hack idea to make tackling hard things a little easier mentally.

Dean shares a story he wrote about how Christmas can change anyone - if we'll just give it a chance... This is a story that has run in previous podcast episodes.

Mitchell shares his thoughts about Peace this Christmas. May you find that peace as we celebrate the birth our Lord and Savior!

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you felt underqualified to be there? Dean and Mitchell talk about that in today’s story. Then Dean shares his thoughts and lessons learned from the maybe greatest salesman in history.

We’re often told to “Think Big.” This week’s podcast tells us that sometimes, we need to think small because little things can have a big impact. Then Dean shares his thoughts on why preconceived notions can alter what we do and accomplish.

Are you good at seizing the moment? Dean and Mitchell talk about how important it is to keep first things first and make sure you recognize how important family moments are. Then the guys share their misadventures in trying to learn to play guitar.

Dean and Mitchell are joined by Upward Executive Director Kevin Drake to talk about the future of Run for God. You will find that exciting things are afoot in the greatest running ministry in the world.

Dean and Mitchell are joined by Upward Executive Director Kevin Drake to talk about the future of Run for God. You will find that exciting things are afoot in the greatest running ministry in the world.

Can we get too comfortable in our running and walk of faith? Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic and more. Also, Dean shares how running, our faith, and being a packrat are similar. What?

Listen as Dean and Mitchell share a story about a very special group of people who achieved more than they thought possible. Then Dean shares the ways in which running and firefighting are the same.

Dean and Mitchell talk about how important “Community” is to our running and our faith through a Run for God success story. Then Dean shares his thoughts on callouses, how they can be good, and where we should have them.

What happens when we find ourselves on the bad end of a medical diagnosis? Dean and Mitchell discuss a great story about a man who has come back from such a diagnosis. Then Dean helps us reframe the dilemma of To Run or Not to Run.

The key thought for this week’s podcast is that it is all about the journey. More specifically, it is all about the journey that God has us on. Also, is the 2-hour marathon going to be a thing soon?

Dean’s high school coach joins him as they talk running, a 50 year running streak, and reminisce about the old days a little. Westbrook played a major role in shaping coach Dean’s life and you will be able hear it here…

Do you ever feel pressured to do something because it is what others expect from you? Dean and Mitchell discuss that theme throughout this week’s podcast. Dean’s Thoughts adds to that discussion, as well.

The theme of the podcast is “Simplicity.” Dean and Mitchell share a story about Meb Keflezghi and what it means to Run to Win. Then Dean shares a lesson he learned while rafting down the Ocoee River from a seasoned guide.

Dean and Mitchell talk about how God will help us see that living outside our comfort zone is the best place to be. Then Dean shares an old expression that can be applied to both our running and our faith.

Our tough circumstances have a profound impact on our running and walk with Christ. Dean and Mitchell share a great story that proves the point. Then Dean will share a story about competitiveness and how it is not always good for us to be competitive.

Special guest and Run Club member David Rutledge joins Dean to talk about his recent struggles and how those struggles has led him to a closer relationship with God. Then Dean shares his thoughts on why it is important to just show up.

Can running lead toa. Deeper relationship with God? Find out on today’s podcast as Dean and Mitchell discuss a continuing story. Then Dean shares something you may not know about one of the most popular games of all time – in the context of God and running, of course!

History tells us that there are many people who did things no one thought could be done. Dean and Mitchell talk about how that applies to us today. Then Dean shares the Million Dollar Question. It could change your life.

Sometimes we feel stuck. Where do we look for inspiration to get unstuck? Join Dean and Mitchell as they discuss it. Then Dean asks the question; Can you be too positive? You don’t want to miss the answer!

Have you ever struggled to get over a tragic event? Dean and Mitchell share a story this week that puts it all into a great perspective. Then Dean shares the way Simon Says is like running and our faith.