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Upward Running Podcast

Are you looking for motivation to lace up your running shoes and dive deeper into your faith? Need a little extra inspiration now and then? Imagine having a friend who’s always ready for a run and eager to share how the journey of faith aligns with the challenges of endurance. Look no further! Upward Running is taking our podcast to new heights. With engaging storytelling, devotionals, and the latest tech on YouTube, podcast platforms, and Facebook Live, Dean Thompson is here each week to bring you

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297 – Reflecting on Psalm 116 : Germ Theory and Running

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/12/01

Coach Dean is in New Jersey, but that didn’t stop the podcast this week. He and Mitchell discuss Psalm 116 in the context of sports. And then Dean shares his thoughts on Germ Theory and relates it back to running.From New Jersey!Post of the Week - Ashley Daly - Sometimes we need a resetRun of the Week - Val Bleakley - Park Running in Northern IrelandTrivia Answer from last weekSweat proof makeup for runnersStory of the Week - Reflecting on Psalm 116Psalms 116:1-2 - Why do we connect with God?1 Peter

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296 – About Those P’s and Q’s : The Eye of the Beholder

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2025/11/24

This week’s story explains that it is important to take care of the basics and then move onto taking care of the little things – in that order. Then Coach Dean shares his thoughts on an old Twilight Zone episode and what it tells us about our fitness and walk with Christ.1:02 - Pacing is so much fun!2:24 - Stuck in the bathroom in the jury room6:03 - Post of the Week - Madonna Barker - Snow much fun!8:23 - Run of the Week - Brad Landes - 2025 Monumental Marathon10:28 - Trivia answer from last

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295 – Time for a Little Rest : Please Don’t

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/11/17

Does God care about our running/walking? This week’s story tackles that question. Then Coach Dean tells about a short message he saw over a highway in New Jersey and the implications it could have for all of us.Long tripPost of the Week - Patrick Raney - Measure your resultsRun of the Week - Amber Ward - New York City Marathon!Trivia answer from last weekUsing Kaizen for runningStory of the Week - Time for a Little Rest - Rhonda WilliamsPsalms 23:1-2 - If we follow Go’d path for our life, we will

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294 – Annette the Mighty Warrior : Don’t Just Be...

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/11/10

What if you were given a terminal diagnosis? How would you spend the time you had left? Annette Call finished well. Her story will make you cray and praise God for people who have faith like hers. Then Coach Dean says, “Just Be Yourself” is terrible advice. Find out why…Running/Walking in the cold rainPost of the Week - Michelle Mitchell - Looking for God in our surroundingsRun of the Week - Claire Boyce - Why I love runningTrivia answer from last weekWorld Treadmill Championships 2026Story of the

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293 – Faith to Weather the Storm : The Gift of Alone...

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/11/03

We like to ask God to calm the storm before we go for a run or a walk. What if God wants us to go through the storm? Coach Dean and Mitchell discuss that question in this episode. And then Dean shares his thoughts on running solo versus running with a partner or group.1:49 - Coach Dean and the USATF 5K Championships6:27 - Post of the Week - Greg Chance - Good days and les good days11:12 - Run of the Week - Travis Vaughn - Congratulations on a successful Columbus Marathon!15:56 - Trivia answer from

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292 – Are You Jeannette or Are You Jo? : Comfort...

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/10/27

Coach Dean and Mitchell share a Jerry Snider story about the choice between positivity and negativity and how we can have an impact on those around us. Then Dean shares how a Billy Graham quote relates to our fitness journey.1:12 - The accumulation of poor sleep3:34 - Upcoming race5:47 - Post of the Week - Michelle Mitchell - You can fit your run in if you’re creative9:08 - Run of the Week - Alaura Adams - Listening to God13:03 - Trivia Answer from last week17:56 - Melissa Jefferson Wooden outruns

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291 – Running the Race of Faith :T-Shirts, Medals,...

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Coach Dean and Mitchell share the story of Wilbur Miller and his struggles growing up and how he overcame those struggles through running and a newfound faith in Jesus Christ. Then Dean shares his thoughts on awards and race trinkets.1:06 - Funny wedding story3:27 - Those 9:30 dinners are not good for your sleep5:35 - Post of the Week - Victoria Mercado - Welcome to Couch to Marathon10:15 - Run (Walk( of the Week - John Campbell - Sometimes it just feels good to get out there!12:25 - Trivia Answer

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290 – Sue Evans, Melissa Lagana, and the Experiences...

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/10/13

Coach Dean and Mitchell travel to York, Pennsylvania to talk to Sue Evans and Melissa Lagana about how a simple class can change lives. Melissa’s story is one you do not want to miss!

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289 – Connecting Communities Through Running/Walking

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Coach Dean and Mitchell visit Faith Church in Glen Burnie, Maryland where Pastor Jeff Higgins and Steve Camp recently found out what Upward Running can do in their community. Also, you don’t want to miss the story of the dead frog!

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288 – When we Sell Ourselves Short, We Sell God Short...

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/09/29

Are you comparing yourself to others as you pursue your fitness goals? This week’s story explains why there is so much folly in that idea. Then Coach Dean explains why we should go into every run (and everything else we do) with positive expectations.1:05 - We’re going on the road2:13 - Pray for Elton2:44 - New Pixie Dust shoes4:58 - Post of the Week - Bill Silvers - Go get your check ups and know your numbers10:58 - Run of the Week - Richard Ball13:13 - Trivia answer from last week18:27 - Legendary

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287a – We Can Do Hard Things : Rumble Strips (Coach...

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/09/22

(This is a re-upload of podcast number 287. Sorry for the confusion. This one should be correct!)Coach dean and Mitchell talk about doing hard things all the time and this week’s story talks about why that’s a good thing. Then Dean shares a story about rumble strips on the side of the road and how they inform our running/walking and our faith. They also share a little tribute to Charlie Kirk – a man how lived out his faith boldy.1:06 - Happy Birthday Coach Dean1:40 - Tribute to Charlie Kirk6:28 -

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287 – We Can Do Hard Things : Rumble Strips (Coach...

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/09/22

Coach dean and Mitchell talk about doing hard things all the time and this week’s story talks about why that’s a good thing. Then Dean shares a story about rumble strips on the side of the road and how they inform our running/walking and our faith. They also share a little tribute to Charlie Kirk – a man how lived out his faith boldy.1:06 - Happy Birthday Coach Dean1:40 - Tribute to Charlie Kirk6:28 - Post of the Week - Sonia Fields - Health scares are, well, scary!10:25 - Run of the Week - Timothy

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286 – A Running Miracle : The Comparison Trap

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Have you ever had God tell you something so clearly that you were willing to go against the experts to fulfill God’s plan? You’ll hear it this week. Then Dean shares his thoughts on why it can be really bad to compare yourself to others.1:03 - God Story4:56 - Labor Day Race6:18 - Post of the Week - Diane B - Starting over11:18 - Run of the Week - Greg Chance - Running and lightning15:23 - Trivia Answer from last week19:27 - Retired Bible21:10 - The 10% Rule controversy28:29 - Story of the Week - A

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BONUS – 2025 World Championship Preview and Picks

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/09/13

Coach Dean, Lane Hollis and Patten Rector make their World Athletics Championship picks.

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285 – Community Matters : Nonconformity

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Coach Dean and Mitchell talk about the importance and need for community in our running/walking lives as well as our spiritual lives. They always say, “There’s more than just running going on here,” and this week’s story puts that sentiment in perspective. Then Dean talks about times when it is okay to break the rules.Interesting thing happened at the track this weekPost of the Week - Kimberly Slape - Appreciation for our surroundingsRun of the Week - Alison Bryant - Electrolyte replacementTrivia

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284 – Honor Flight : Fence Line Theology

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/09/01

If you love our veterans and military personnel, you’ve love the touching story this week. Mitchell talks about being FOR things rather than against things. And Coach Dean shares his thoughts about two dogs playing on either side of a fence. Don’t miss this one!1:05 - Trouble adapting - good days/bad days2:59 - Post of the Week - Rebecca Wang - Watch The Perfect Race5:48 - Run of the Week - Dexter and Sarah Padgett - Be careful out there…10:18 - Trivia answer from last week15:19 - Chadd Wright -

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283 – The Big Upset : Strength Should Not Be Temporary

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/08/25

The story of Billy Mills’ victory in the 1964 10,000 Meters is one of the biggest upsets in Olympic history and still the only time the USA has won that event. Coach Dean and Mitchell talk about that story from a faith perspective this week. Then Dean shares his thoughts on being strong all the time rather than just long enough to get through tough times.1:00 - Flooding in Chattanooga!2:46 - Post of the Week - Elizabeth Cormack - There’s more than one way to work on cadence5:54 - Run of the Week -

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282 – Run Uphill! : Modern Day Adam and Eve

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/08/18

Do you hate hills? Coach Dean and Mitchell share a story this week that may make you hate them a little less. And then Dean shares his thoughts on why people cheat and the implications for Christians.1:04 - Happy Anniversary Mitchell and Holly!2:17 - Cool Weather4:11 - Post of the Week - Jon Sandifer - Be thankful no matter the weather7:34 - Run of the Week - Heather Powers - Mike giving a shoutout to his wife!10:27 - Trivia answer from last week16:44 - 93 Year Old Marathoner!21:30 - Story of the

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281 – Big Arms, Bigger Heart : Observing and Dreaming

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/08/11

Coach Dean and Mitchell discuss a touching story about Arnold Schwarzeneggar and a boy named Roland Redmon. Good stories about celebrities are sometimes hard to come by, but this will restore your hope if you’ve lost it. And then Dean shares some thoughts he had while sitting in an airport in Dallas/Fort Worth.1:02 - UFOs at Mitchell’s house?3:07 - American History7:30 - Post of the Week - There are great places to run all around us!13:34 - Run of the Week - Ashley Daly - Temperature is

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BONUS - USA Track and Field Championships

Upward Running Podcast ·

2025/08/07

Lane Hollis and Patten Rector join coach Dean as they talk about the 2025 USA Track and Field Championships.

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