Episode 52: The Coach Dean Episode

In this special one-year anniversary episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis sit down with Upward Running's own Coach Dean Thompson. From state championships and national titles to marathon victories and coaching thousands of runners, Dean shares the story of how running became both a lifelong passion and a ministry.

Along the way, the team discusses Cooper Lutkenhaus' incredible Diamond League victory, ongoing Puma shoe lawsuits, new research showing runners in their 50s are logging more miles than any other age group, and the addition of the Cape Town Marathon as a World Marathon Major.

Plus, Coach Dean and Travis build their dream running teams in a fun fantasy draft featuring famous runners, celebrities, Bible characters, Upward Running members, and historical figures.

Whether you're training for your next race, considering your first 5K, or simply looking for encouragement in your faith and fitness journey, this episode is packed with inspiration, wisdom, and plenty of laughs.

Topics Covered:

• Cooper Lutkenhaus stuns the track world
• Puma injury lawsuits and super shoe debate
• Why runners over 50 are thriving
• Cape Town Marathon becomes a World Marathon Major
• Fantasy Running Team Draft
• Coach Dean's running and faith journey
• Lessons learned from decades of coaching runners

Learn more at UpwardRunning.com.