Upward Running Fall Challenge – Starts September 28th
Your Finish Line Is Waiting: Join the Upward Running Fall Challenge Upward Running Your Finish Line Is Waiting: Join the Upward Running Fall Challenge By Upward Running • September 15, 2026 The Upward Running Fall Challenge begins September 28, 2026, with guided training for the 5K, 10K, half marathon, and full marathon. Runners and walkers […]
Turkey Trot Challenge – Starts August 31st
Why You Should Start Training for Your Turkey Trot Now Upward Running Why You Should Start Training for Your Turkey Trot Now By Upward Running • August 25, 2026 The Upward Running Turkey Trot Challenge is a 12-week 5K training challenge beginning August 31, 2026. It gives runners and walkers a structured plan to prepare […]
Why the School Year is the Perfect Time for Parents to Start a New Routine
Why the New School Year Is the Perfect Time for Parents to Start a New Routine Upward Running Why the New School Year Is the Perfect Time for Parents to Start a New Routine By Upward Running • August 3, 2026 The new school year is an ideal time for parents to begin a healthy […]
What is a Couch to 10K Plan and Can Beginners Really Do It?
What Is a Couch to 10K Plan? | Upward Running Upward Running | Training Plans What Is a Couch to 10K Plan and Can Beginners Really Do It? By Upward Running | Last Updated: March 2026 A Couch to 10K plan is a structured 12-week training program that helps beginners safely progress from little or […]
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, […]
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 […]
Ready to Run a Marathon? Join the Couch to Marathon Program
Ready to Run a Marathon? Join the Couch to Marathon Program | Upward Running Upward Running | Couch to Marathon Ready to Run a Marathon? Join the Couch to Marathon Program Your journey starts now — and the finish line is the Cannonball Running Festival 2026. By Upward Running • August 2025 “Let us run […]
7 Tips to Stay Hydrated During Summer Running
7 Tips to Stay Hydrated During Summer Running | Upward Running Upward Running | Summer Training 7 Tips to Stay Hydrated During Summer Running Beat the heat, fuel your miles, and honor the body God gave you. By Upward Running • July 2025 “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy […]
What Keeps You Going When Motivation Runs Out?
Written by Mitchell Hollis | Upward Running National Director Hello everyone, Mitchell Hollis here with Upward Running. I recently read a quote from Angela Duckworth, who completed a study at the University of Pennsylvania. Her research indicated that “grit” is the number one indicator of success. It’s not talent, title, wealth, or good looks. It’s […]