Run Build Grow

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.

This episode features the owner and founder of VCPM, Inc. and Game Changers, Vanessa Peralta-Mitchell. Vanessa is a runner, coach, and visionary leader for the global running community through her group and organization Game Changers. Vanessa’s journey is one of coming to running, to fill a gap in her life and to honor many of the amazing trailblazing women that came before her. Little did she know she would be a trailblazer in her own respect. The more she learned and grew as a runner the more she saw a space that needed more diversity. 

Take a listen to this episode to hear Vanessa’s journey, and what it has meant to be a trailblazer to help the running community be a place where everyone can see themselves from the top down.

Learn more about Vanessa, Game Changers, and all the great work she is helping to do.

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Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining us as we explore the communal spirit of running.

I this episode, I interview…myself (and yes it is a bit weird haha). I share a lot about my running journey, and somewhat ramble for a bit. This episode covers a bit of the heart behind why community has been such a pivotal part of my running journey. I explore the unrealistic expectations we often hold ourselves too, and how we can be better about recognizing our place in the whole rather than trying to be who we aren’t.

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Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.

In this episode we welcome Caitlin Kirchoff. Caitlin calls Norfolk Run Club her home club, but is active all throughout Hampton Roads. Her love for human anatomy combined with her love for running has made her a great presence in the community. However, when a running injury sidetracks her progress, she realizes how we can be better runners to care for those who can’t run.In this episode we hear Caitlin’s journey, and how she has dealt with a pretty rough injury through the support of her run club, and others in the community.

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Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeGeorge Lutz. George is the founder and director of Honor and Remember, an organization that honors military members who have died in service to the United States. Honor and Remember helps families as they greive and cope with the loss of their loved ones. Each year Honor and Remember puts on runs in different states across the US where names of military members who have died in service are called out a intervals. We talk about the Virginia iteration of Run for the Fallen, that ran May 2-5, 2024 from Virginia Beach, Va to Arlington Memorial Cemetery.George and I talk about a variety of ways to support those who serve our military through running.Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:May Memorial Marathon - Information to register and participate in the May Memorial Marathon.Virginia Run For The Fallen - Information specific to the Run For the Fallen in Virginia. You can also check out other states on the Honor and Remember site.Honor And Remember - The Honor and Remember website, to see all of the ways this organization engages with military families and the broader community.Honor and Remember Facebook Page - Keep up-to-date with Honor and Remember.Help Support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev or Run Build Grow website Follow the pod on Instagram: @communityrunpodFollow the RunninRev on Social Media:Instagram: @runnin_revFacebook: runninrevSupport this Podcaston Buy Me A Coffee : Leave a tip if you enjoyed this episode or become a monthly supporter of the RunninRev Run Club.(C)Andrew Ware 2024 Music License:I’m Nazar Rybak, as the author of 'Keep Running' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/keep-running/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including Andrew Ware, permission to use this Music.This Music may be used in commercial and personal projects and in monetized videos (such as Youtube or Vimeo) without paying additional fees or royalties to author. The Music must be used in accordance with the Melody Loops End User License Agreement https://www.melodyloops.com/support/full-license/License #: 8126583717

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeRainey Niklawski. Rainey has just wrapped up a term of serving as the President of the Richmond Road Runners Club in Richmond, Va. In her time she sought to continue the growth that Richmond was experiencing in their running community, and working to bring a sense of balance and inclusivity to all.In this conversation, we explore Rainey's running journey and how she became active in the Richmond running community. We talk about what it has meant to be welcomed in and to be looked to as a source of inspiration.Help Support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev or Run Build Grow website Follow the pod on Instagram: @communityrunpodFollow the RunninRev on Social Media:Instagram: @runnin_revFacebook: runninrevSupport this Podcaston Buy Me A Coffee : Leave a tip if you enjoyed this episode or become a monthly supporter of the RunninRev Run Club.(C)Andrew Ware 2024 Music License:I’m Nazar Rybak, as the author of 'Keep Running' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/keep-running/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including Andrew Ware, permission to use this Music.This Music may be used in commercial and personal projects and in monetized videos (such as Youtube or Vimeo) without paying additional fees or royalties to author. The Music must be used in accordance with the Melody Loops End User License Agreement https://www.melodyloops.com/support/full-license/License #: 8126583717

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeNikkia Young. Nikkia brings her knowledge and leadership to this conversation. We talk about her role in the Richmond running community and beyond. This is not your regular community runner. Nikkia sees her role as helping rebuild communities from the inside to help make them more equitable for all persons.Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:VCPM - Game Changers, Women of Color, Certified Run CoachesRichmond Road Runners Club - We Run RVA | Home - Road Runners Club webstieHelp Support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev or Run Build Grow website Follow the pod on Instagram: @communityrunpodFollow the RunninRev on Social Media:Instagram: @runnin_revFacebook: runninrevSupport this Podcaston Buy Me A Coffee : Leave a tip if you enjoyed this episode or become a monthly supporter of the RunninRev Run Club.(C)Andrew Ware 2024 Music License:I’m Nazar Rybak, as the author of 'Keep Running' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/keep-running/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including Andrew Ware, permission to use this Music.This Music may be used in commercial and personal projects and in monetized videos (such as Youtube or Vimeo) without paying additional fees or royalties to author. The Music must be used in accordance with the Melody Loops End User License Agreement https://www.melodyloops.com/support/full-license/License #: 8126583717

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeJames Moore. James is a local runner to the Hampton Roads area, who ran his 5th Boston Marathon this past Monday. Boston may not be in the cards for all runners, but setting goals is something we can all relate to. James went into this marathon journey with the audacious goal to qualify for Boston and he did so. Listen as we unpack how he got to Boston and what it was like the 5th time he ran the race. We talk beyond Boston and look at the importance of community for hitting goals and doing hard things.Check out James: @365daysofjames on Instagram Help Support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev or Run Build Grow website Follow the pod on Instagram: @communityrunpodFollow the RunninRev on Social Media:Instagram: @runnin_revFacebook: runninrevSupport this Podcaston Buy Me A Coffee : Leave a tip if you enjoyed this episode or become a monthly supporter of the RunninRev Run Club.(C)Andrew Ware 2024 Music License:I’m Nazar Rybak, as the author of 'Keep Running' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/keep-running/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including Andrew Ware, permission to use this Music.This Music may be used in commercial and personal projects and in monetized videos (such as Youtube or Vimeo) without paying additional fees or royalties to author. The Music must be used in accordance with the Melody Loops End User License Agreement https://www.melodyloops.com/support/full-license/License #: 8126583717

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeJames Dowell. James is the Co-leader of Prolyfyck Run Crew out of Charlottesville, Va, and has become a leader throughout Charlottesville and beyond. This conversation explores the black running community and the work that run clubs like Prolyfyck to create welcoming communities for all people. James talks about his running journey and how he got started as an adult, but what it has meant even more as he has become a leader and watched others achieved things they never thought possible. Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:Prolyfyck Run Crew - Charlottesville Running Group Building an Inclusive Community - Runners World Article talking about Prolyfyck Run Crew and the work they are doing in Charlottesville, Va. Prolyfyck - Who is a Runner - Brooks Documentary featuring Prolyfyck Co-Leader Will Jones.Prolyfyck - Soul Sistaz - Brooks Documentary following the journey of Prolyfyck Run Crew Members tackling their first marathon at the Detroit Free Press Marathon.Prolyfyck InstagramProlyfyckHelp Support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev or Run Build Grow website Follow the pod on Instagram: @communityrunpodFollow the RunninRev on Social Media:Instagram: @runnin_revFacebook: runninrevSupport this Podcaston Buy Me A Coffee : Leave a tip if you enjoyed this episode or become a monthly supporter of the RunninRev Run Club.(C)Andrew Ware 2024 Music License:I’m Nazar Rybak, as the author of 'Keep Running' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/keep-running/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including Andrew Ware, permission to use this Music.This Music may be used in commercial and personal projects and in monetized videos (such as Youtube or Vimeo) without paying additional fees or royalties to author. The Music must be used in accordance with the Melody Loops End User License Agreement https://www.melodyloops.com/support/full-license/License #: 8126583717

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcome Mike Couch. Mike is the co-leader and founder of RunSomeMo Run Club in Portsmouth, Va. He leads the club out of MoMac Brewing Company, and has tried to create community in a place that hasn’t seen a lot of run community development. He talks about how much the community around him has gotten him through the ups and downs of his running. We also talk about what it means to give back to this community and help others find that running joy too.Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:USS MassachusettsMoMac Brewing CompanyRunSomeMo InstagramJ&A Racing - The official J&A WebsiteHelp Support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev or Run Build Grow website Follow the pod on Instagram: @communityrunpodFollow the RunninRev on Social Media:Instagram: @runnin_revFacebook: runninrevSupport this Podcaston Buy Me A Coffee : Leave a tip if you enjoyed this episode or become a monthly supporter of the RunninRev Run Club.(C)Andrew Ware 2024 Music License:I’m Nazar Rybak, as the author of 'Keep Running' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/keep-running/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including Andrew Ware, permission to use this Music.This Music may be used in commercial and personal projects and in monetized videos (such as Youtube or Vimeo) without paying additional fees or royalties to author. The Music must be used in accordance with the Melody Loops End User License Agreement https://www.melodyloops.com/support/full-license/License #: 8126583717

Welcome to Run Build Grow hosted by Andrew Ware. Thank you for joining as we explore the communal spirit of running.In this episode we welcomeKate Fletcher. Kate is a High School English teacher who had a crazy idea, to put herself in difficult situations to raise money for students who have had their own difficult experiences. We talk about the Lion Pride Run, a yearly challenge for Kate that helps to raise money for a scholarship for graduating seniors. Hear about her journey in coming up with the idea of Lion Pride Run and why it has become more important over the years to finish her challenge in the name of showing these students they can do hard things just like her.Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:GoFundMe for Lion Pride Run - Donate to Lion Pride Run, and help students who have overcome struggles in their life.Lion Pride Run - Learn more about the Lion Pride run.Help Support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev or Run Build Grow website Follow the pod on Instagram: @communityrunpodFollow the RunninRev on Social Media:Instagram: @runnin_revFacebook: runninrevSupport this Podcaston Buy Me A Coffee : Leave a tip if you enjoyed this episode or become a monthly supporter of the RunninRev Run Club.(C)Andrew Ware 2024 Music License:I’m Nazar Rybak, as the author of 'Keep Running' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/keep-running/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including Andrew Ware, permission to use this Music.This Music may be used in commercial and personal projects and in monetized videos (such as Youtube or Vimeo) without paying additional fees or royalties to author. The Music must be used in accordance with the Melody Loops End User License Agreement https://www.melodyloops.com/support/full-license/License #: 8126583717