Why Wait Until 2026? 7 Reasons to Start Running Now

Should You Wait Until 2026 to Start Running? 7 Reasons to Begin Now Upward Running | Beginner Series Why Wait Until 2026? 7 Reasons to Start Running Now By Upward Running • December 10, 2025 Thinking about waiting until 2026 to start running? You don’t have to. Beginning in December lets you build gentle momentum, […]
Inspired by the NYC Marathon? You Can Run a Marathon Too!

Inspired by the NYC Marathon? Upward Running | Stories & Inspiration Inspired by the NYC Marathon? You Can Run Too. By Upward Running • 2025 Inspired by the NYC Marathon? You’re not alone. Every November, runners of every age, pace, and background take on 26.2 miles, many not for speed, but for courage, healing, hope, […]
Kinda Qualified for the Boston Marathon

YouTube Spotify RSS Feed SHOW NOTES Episode 18 — Kinda Qualified for the Boston Marathon New episode every Friday | Powered by Upward Running — Where Faith and Fitness Meet Welcome back to the Kinda Fast Podcast — where we talk running, real life, and a little bit of everything in between. Whether you’re training […]
Ep. 291 – Running the Race of Faith :T-Shirts, Medals, and Belt Buckles

SHOW NOTES Episode 291 — Running the Race of Faith :T-Shirts, Medals, and Belt Buckles Welcome to the Upward Running Podcast, where faith fuels your fitness journey! In this episode, Dean and Mitchell catch up after a few weeks on the road, share funny behind-the-scenes stories (including Dean’s wedding-officiating mishap), and celebrate new features in […]
Kinda Race Ready: What Goes Into the Perfect Race Plan

YouTube Spotify RSS Feed SHOW NOTES Episode 17 — Kinda Race Ready: What Goes Into the Perfect Race Plan New episode every Friday | Powered by Upward Running — Where Faith and Fitness Meet Welcome back to the Kinda Fast Podcast — where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. Whether you’re training […]
Why Should I Start Running? 3 Reasons for Beginners

Why Should I Start Running? 3 Beginner Friendly Reasons | Upward Running Upward Running | Beginner Series Why Should I Start Running? 3 Reasons for Beginners A simple way to begin, build confidence, and find strength one step at a time. By Upward Running • Last updated December 10, 2025 Wondering if running is really […]
Ep. 290 – Sue Evans, Melissa Lagana, and the Experiences of 19 5K Challenge Classes

🎙️ SHOW NOTES Episode 290 — Sue Evans, Melissa Lagana, and the Experiences of 19 5K Challenge Classes Upward Running Podcast — where faith fuels your fitness journey. Hosted by Dean Thompson and Upward Running Director Mitchell Hollis. In This Episode Live from York, Pennsylvania: Dean and Mitchell visit one of Upward Running’s longest-standing programs. […]
Kinda Fast…But Why You’re Not Getting Faster (Pt.2)

YouTube Spotify RSS Feed SHOW NOTES Episode 16 — Kinda Fast…But Why You’re Not Getting Faster (Pt.2) New episode every Friday | Powered by Upward Running — Where Faith and Fitness Meet Welcome back to the Kinda Fast Podcast — where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. In this episode, Claire and […]
Ep. 289 – Connecting Communities Through Running/Walking

🎙️ SHOW NOTES Episode 289 — Connecting Communities Through Running/Walking Upward Running Podcast — where faith fuels your fitness journey. Hosted by Dean Thompson and Upward Running Director Mitchell Hollis. In This Episode On the road to Maryland: Dean and Mitchell visit Faith Church to hear how Upward Running transformed community life. Guests: Worship Pastor […]
Kinda Fast…But Why You’re Not Getting Faster (Pt.1)

YouTube Spotify RSS Feed SHOW NOTES Episode — Kinda Fast…But Why You’re Not Getting Faster (Pt.1) New episode every Friday | Powered by Upward Running — Your faith-based running community Welcome back to the Kinda Fast Podcast—where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. In this episode, Claire and Travis break down the […]