Coach Dean and Mitchell talk about Christmas tradition before Dean shares a special Christmas story.

Coach Dean is joined by Upward Running’s very own Claire Boice. Claire is a bundle of positive energy, and she has a great story to share about her running and spiritual journeys. Then Dean talks about making sure we’re relying on the right source for our information.

1:00 - Welcome to Claire Boice

1:35 - Post of the Week - Richard Ball - GPS accuracy and being thankful for our blessings

6:51 - Announcement!

7:57 - Run of the Week - Stephanie Pinchock Marino - Running in a turkey costume

9:04 - Trivia answer from last week

11:18 - Meet Claire

18:15 - Story of the Week - From Last Place to a New Race: Embracing Transformation Through Faith - Claire Boice

24:58 - Isaiah 40:31 - The strength of our running and our faith is from God

27:54 - 2 Corinthians 12:9 - Unfavorable moments can lead to transformational revelation

31:24 - Genesis 1:27 - We are made in God’s image - accepting who we are

34:27 - How can you let go of comparisons and embrace the truth that you are uniquely made in God’s image, perfectly designed for the race He has called you to run?

38:52 - What does running “your own race” look like in your life right now?

40:39 - How can you trust God to use your unique strengths and abilities for His purpose?

42:28 - More Claire

54:52 - Dean’s Thoughts - What’s the Truth?

1:06:01 - Why Running/Walking is so Awesome

1:07:04 - NCAA Cross Country

1:12:43 - Trivia Question of the Week

1:14:03 - Motivational Thought of the Week

Instead of recording a new podcast over the Thanksgiving holiday, Coach Dean shares George Washington’s original Declaration of Thanksgiving and Prayer. Then we play the most popular episode from the archives. Enjoy!

George Washington’s Declaration of Thanksgiving and Prayer for our country

Podcast Episode 169

Dean and Mitchell share a stary about an unexpected thing that happened in a half marathon and how God is supporting us even when we aren’t paying attention to Him. Then Dean compares and contrasts running and walking. Tune in to hear which one is better.

2:04 - Doing spur of the moment things

3:31 - Post of the Week - Alison Bryant - Busy people can get it done

9:15 - Run of the Week - Greg Chance - Don’t pre-judge those long runs

11:08 - Trivia Answer from last week

16:48 - Start a class in January

17:41 - First robot to complete a marathon

20:48 - Story of the Week - A Truly Thankful Thanksgiving - Rhonda Williams

29:43 - Psalms 145:8 - It is all about love

32:55 - Psalm 103:8 - Love and thanks

35:10 - Psalm 100 - Making a joyful noise is more than singing

39:43 - Do you get so caught up in the preparation and stress of holidays that you forget to give thanks?

45:42 - When was the last time you listed your blessings – I mean actually wrote them down on paper - and prayed a prayer of thanks over them?

47:05 - Pecans or marshmallows on your sweet potato casserole?

50:34 - Can you fuel your run from a convenience store?

59:12 - Dean’s Thoughts - Keep Showing Up

1:08:37 - Why Running/walking are so awesome

1:09:33 - We’re truly thankful

1:15:16 - Trivia question of the week

1:16:00 - Motivational Thought of the Week

Dean and Mitchell share a story about Thanksgiving and what the holiday means. Then Dean shares his thoughts about how “just showing up” is half the battle.

1:07 - Living in the woods

3:38 - Post of the Week - Jim Stimson - Go see The Best Christmas Pageant Ever today

8:31 - Run of the Week - Rebecca Wang - Carrying Old Glory in support of Veterans

13:00 - Trivia Answer from last week

20:18 - Just a Closer Walk - 74 year old woman walks 74 miles for 74th birthday

22:51 - Story of the Week - God is in the Details - God is supporting us even when we aren’t paying attention to Him

30:04 - Jonah 4:6 - God supports us sometimes when we don’t even ask for it

31:22 - Psalm 51:10 - God understands our hearts even when our actions don’t match

34:56 - Romans 8:26 - God provides the tailwind just when we need it

36:33 - Has something very unexpected happened to you in your running life and how did you handle it?

44:13 - Have you ever been faced with adversity and “forgotten” to pray?

46:44 - What details has God provided for you that you didn’t even know you needed?

49:37 - Where does the 10,000 steps standard come from?

56:11 - Dean’s Thoughts - Permission to Walk

1:08:34 - Why running/walking is so awesome

1:11:02 - Challenge races

1:18:12 - Trivia Question of the Week

1:18:55 - Motivational Thought of the Week

You will get emotional over this week’s story as Dean and Mitchell share the amazing story of Patricia Perticone. And then Dean will share his thoughts on why you should use your body the way God intended.

When is it time for Christmas decorations?

Post of the Week - Bill Gross - Running in the snow

Run of the Week - Cliff Finney - We had several Run Club Members who ran big races this past weekend, including the New York Marathon

Trivia Answer from last week

Media Influencers and races

Story of the Week - What Can God Accomplish Through You? - You don’t want to miss this story

Matthew 6:33 - What does it mean to “seek God”

Romans 8:28 - God can even work through botched abortions

Never going to give up on God

What am I doing wrong when I believe God‘s word for my life and yet there are a lot of people who absolutely love the Lord like I do with illnesses who are not healed? My question is, does it mean they may not be healed on earth, but some are healed in heaven when they die from the illness?

I have trouble answering people’s questions at times. A lot of the questions are if God is so good why do you still have MS?

I am always thinking and asking God questions. I’m not exactly sure what to put here. God, Why am I bold at times, and other times I stumble over my words when I’m witnessing?

More on the NYC Marathon

Dean’s Thoughts - Shelby GT

Why Running/Walking is so Awesome

New World Marathon Major

More NYC Marathon

Trivia Question of the Week

Motivational Thought of the Week

Still time to join us in 2025

If you have an eclectic family, this week’s story may be just for you. Dean and Mitchell share a story about how Jerry’s relatives, specifically a few aunts, made a difference in his life. Then Dean asks the question: Are we Failing? The answer may surprise you.

1:17 - Name Change and Everybody’s doing it - sign up for a 5K Challenge today

2:31 - Post of the Week - Jon Sandifer - A special 20-miler

9:18 - Run of the Week - Brooks Wachs - A great 50K

10:35 - Trivia Answer from last week

17:54 - Depression on the long run

21:44 - Story of the Week - The Aunt Farm - Jerry Snider

27:07 - Proverbs 17:22 - The benefits of laughter

31:19 - James 4:17 - The good we ought to do

32:53 - Psalms 105:2 - Smiling makes a difference in your running

38:35 - Have you ever had a burden become a blessing?

42:40 - Everyone brightens up a room., some by entering, others by leaving. Which one are you?

46:07 - What is your favorite tune to sing in the shower?

49:53 - Runner with Cerebral Palsy Completes a Marathon

52:52 - Dean’s Thoughts - Are We Failing?

1:04:03 - Why running/walking are so awesome

1:05:08 - Half Marathon world record

1:06:44 - New 10K simulation pill

1:09:42 - Trivia Question of the Week

1:10:45 - Motivational Thought of the Week

Dean and Mitchell share the story of how Pat Park celebrated 30 years of sobriety in a spectacular way. Then Dean shares his thoughts on honesty and he points the finger at a suspect you might not suspect.

1:23 - Re-dos

2:33 - Post of the Week - Michelle Micheff - Be ready for anything

8:56 - Run of the Week - Greg Chance - Be ready for anything

12:08 - Trivia Answer from last week

17:53 - Start a class in January

19:37 - What is the Best Time of Day to Run?

26:22 - Story of the Week - Called Out of the Boat - Pat Park

35:51 - Matthew 14:28 - We must take action and do hard things

39:07 - Matthew 14:29 - Are you afraid of God’s answer?

41:15 - Matthew 14:30 - God is always there for us when our heart is right

44:43 - What, in your life might it look like to be “called out of the boat”? Are you willing to ask?

47:31 - How do we respond when, having asked, the call comes?

50:28 - What happens when the wind and the waves make themselves evident, not once or twice, but again and again?

53:55 - The Truth About Calories Burned Per Mile

1:01:23 - Dean’s Thoughts - Honesty is the Best Policy - Are you being honest with yourself and Do we honor God’s laws?

1:13:45 - Why running/walking are so awesome

1:15:11 - Tide change on American health

1:18:33 - Trivia Question of the Week

1:19:31 - Motivational Thought of the Week

We’ve all heard the term second wind. What does it mean and what are its implications for our running? Also, what do you do when things don’t go your way, and you have to make a U-turn? Dean and Mitchell answer those question and more.

Join us in January - attend a webinar now

Post of the Week - Ashley Daly - #seethelight

Run of the Week - We’ve got the country covered

Trivia answer of the week

Overcoming performance anxiety

Story of the Week - A Second Wind: Let God Breathe New Life into Your Spirit - Rhonda Williams

Hebrews 12:3 - Where’s your focus?

1 Corinthians 15:58 - God can use anything

Isaiah 40:31 - Why the regressive list?

Ever felt you were in a rut physically or spiritually? How did you break out of it?

I repeat Isaiah 40:31 when I am struggling during a race. What is your verse or mantra and why did you choose it?

Do you feel you need a second wind? Try something new! Brainstorm ideas to breathe new life into your service for God and don’t forget to pray.

Calculating training paces and executing them

Dean’s Thoughts - U-Turns - How do you react when things don’t go the way you expect?

Why running/walking is so awesome

Women’s marathon world record

Trivia Question of the Week

Motivational Thought of the Week

The finish line is the goal for every runner AND every Christian. Listen as Dean and Mitchell share a story about how the 5K Challenge inspired Jennifer Gonzalez to write that story. Then Dean Shares the story of the most Christlike man he has ever known.

Post of the Week - Patsy Arnold - Happy Birthday and other fun runs

Run of the Week - Mike Powers - Going back to the place you struggled in the past

Trivia Answer from last week

Start a class in January

Runner with Down syndrome makes history

Story of the Week - The Finnish Line - Jennifer Gonzalez

1 Corinthians 10:31 - Whatever you do…

Deuteronomy 6:6-9 - Living in God’s will

2 Timothy 4:7 - Fighting the Good fight

There is always a starting line. In our faith, our starting line is when God calls us into a relationship with Him. You can never cross the finish line if you never start the race. Describe your starting line. Where did your testimony begin?

Your race depends on your training. Our race of faith requires training. Pray about the following areas of spiritual discipline. How does your training need to improve so that you can run your race in the manner God intended?

Describe the way you felt the last time you crossed a finish line. If you were to die tonight and cross the ultimate finish line of this life into eternity, would you be able to say like Paul, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith”?

How one Manitoba woman’s running brought change to her community

Dean’s Thoughts - What Can I Do For You?

Why running/walking are so awesome

New Strava feature

Trivia Question of the Week

Motivational Thought of the Week