Run Build Grow

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. I would love if you would help support me and the podcast. To help support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev website Run Build Grow website Follow the RunninRev on Social Media: Instagram: @runnin_rev Facebook: RunninRev Support through donations: 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 welcomeCaitlin 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.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 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

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 welcomeRobin Telfian. Robin is the founder and director of Shood: Shoes for Good, a non-profit located in Richmond, Va that collects, fits, and distributes shoes to those who need them. This covers a large range, as Shood collects old and worn running shoes that have reached the end of the runners journey, but can often be repurposed to provide shoes for those who may not have access to shoes to wear around. Shood connects with homeless shelters and agencies in Richmond to distribute. They have also partnered with shoe companies and the High Schools in the city of Richmond to provide free track and running shoes for track and field and cross country athletes. With the ultimate goal of help those in need through something many runners take for granted and helping to make participating in running more accessible at the youth level Robin hopes that this impact is felt and the entire community can help support.In this conversation we explore the journey of Shood. From smelly running shoes taking up space in the back of Robin's car, to delivering shoes (both old and new) across the City of Richmond to help care for one of our most essential assets in running (our feet).Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:Shood: Shoes for Good - Check out the website for Shood, and learn all about the work the do in Richmond, Va.Robin Telfian on Active Faith Podcast - This is my interview from April 2022 on my previous podcast, The Active Faith Podcast. Robin and I talk even more about Shood, but also talk about her own journey and how she is caring for herself in the midst of it. 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 welcomeJohn Hartzell. John is a steadfast presence in the Hampton Roads running scene. However, for John this is about more than just running. In this episode, John and I talk about the beginning of his running journey in Hampton Roads. Fast Forward to today, and John is giving back to this same community that gave him life. He recounts friends that have encouraged him along the way, and why more than anything he enjoys volunteering at races. Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:Yuengling Shamrock Marathon WeekendJ&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

Welcoming Jake Jacobs to the Run Build Grow Jake is the chapter captain of the Hampton Roads chapter of Team Red, White, and Blue (Team RWB). Team RWB seeks to help veterans as they transition to civilian life to keep them connected through movement and community. Jake and I talk through Team RWB, his running journey and eventual connection with the non-profit, and what it has meant to him to see this community grow. He brings his perspective of seeing far and wide how the impact is made, and his hopes to continue to create these connections in Hampton Roads. Key Moments:03:09 - Jake’s Community05:04 - Introduces Team RWB09:30 - Jake as chapter captain17:32 - Jake’s journey23:42 - RWB as Community Partner at Shamrock29:23 - Jake’s hopes for Team RWBLearn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:Team RWB App - Check out the Team RWB App where you can sign up and find out more information about your local chapter. Team Red, White & Blue - Main Site - Find out more about RWB, and be sure to check out their app and find a local chapter near you.Shamrock Weekend Charity Partners - Information on RWB from the Shamrock Charity partners webpage.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.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

As the manager of a local running specialty store in Hampton Roads, John Lomogda brings a very interesting perspective to the nature of running community. In this episode we discuss why these stores are places where people both experienced and inexperienced in the running world come to gather and get the tools for running. From the pair of shoes that make the sport accessible to the more advanced features that give space for people to go deeper, John knows that Running Etc. offers it all.However, it is more than the bottom line for John. He talks about wanting to make sure he is doing right by those who come in, making sure they are set up for success and joy. It is also more than selling for John and his coworkers. Hear all the additional community connections that are made.Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:Running Etc.: Norfolk & Va. BeachHelp 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.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

John is an ultra-marathon and trail runner who is a member of Virginia Happy Trails Run Club. He loves to spend time outdoor on the run and with his family. Check out this episode where we talk about the ultra-running community and what makes it so awesome. These crazy and often psychotic runners have carved out their own little niche community. However, there is so much we can take away from these communities.Join as we explore our way around and experience the great world of ultra/trail runnning.Check out John Calabrese's Ultra Signup ResultsVirignia Happy Trails Run ClubBreezy Trailhead - John’s website, collecting his blogging and podcasting appearances.Learn more about the Krispy Kreme Challenge John and I talked about in the episode. 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.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

Jerry and Amy Frostick are the founders and owners of J&A Racing, a Race Management Company in Virginia Beach, Va. Their portfolio boasts one of the most popular marathon weekends, The Shamrock Marathon. Yet, for Jerry and Amy it is the communal nature of running that keeps them humbled as they manage 9 races across Hampton Roads throughout the year. Jerry and Amy tell their story of how they got their start in the Hampton Roads running scene, a bit on the history of the Shamrock Marathon, and why they focus so much on the communal aspects as race organizers.For more information about J&A Racing and to see all the races they put on throughout the year click here.Shamrock weekend is right around the corner, March 15-17. If you’d like to see what all is happening or sign up head on over to the Shamrock Marathon 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.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

Kim is local to the Hampton Roads area, coming on representing the North End Run Club in Virginia Beach. Kim talks of her journey getting connected with North End Run Club (NERC) and what it has meant to be a part of this running community. We explore how these local clubs can be a source of friendship, inspiration, and dedication to running.Find Kim on Instagram Check out more about North End Run ClubHelp 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.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

Adam Otstot is a husband, father, teacher, and a Masters National Cross Country podium-er (?).In this conversation, Adam and I talk about his roots in running and his return to the running-only scene (he spent some time doing triathalons) as a 37-year old. Upon turning 40 he entered a new level of competitive running known as Masters Level. Adam talks a bit about Masters running and what it is, as well as his competing in the USATF National Cross Country Championships in 2023 and 2024.Check out more about the Colonial Road RunnersTo find your local USATF Club head on over to USATF Find-A-ClubHelp 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.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

Megan is a runner local to the Peninsula Area, near Williamsburg, Va. She participates in various communities across the Peninusla, from Peninsula Track Club to Colonial Road Runners. She always brings a fun time and hard working attitude to races.In this episode, Megan and I talk about her start in running, training to get ready for her school cross country team. Her experience in cross country fostered her love for running and the role community together played in her running journey. As she grew up, this idea of community would be something she would seek in each and every place she lived.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.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

Thomas Hicks is the president of Tidewater Striders and has been at the forefront of running in the Hampton Roads community for half a decade. For him running is about getting together to foster the best version of ourselves. in this episode Thomas and I discuss his love for community, what made him want to get involved with Tidewater Striders, and what led him to take charge of Tidewater Striders. If you are interested in Thomas’ story check it out on my other podcast, Active Faith Pod. Episode LinkIf you are interested in more information on the Tidewater Striders. Click HereHelp 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.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

Chris is an active runner and participant in the running community in Richmond, Va. He currently serves on the board of the Richmond Road Runners Club and helps coach on the Sportsbackers Marathon Training Teams that help prepare runners for various races (usually focusing around a spring and fall marathon). Chris’ passion for running and inclusivity have helped create a space for so many folks to find the joy of running in the Richmond area, and it is his hope to continue to foster this sense of joy and community. Find Chris online:InstagramStravaOther Links Mentioned in Episode:Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon | America's Friendliest Marathon!Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k - Sports BackersRRRC Frostbite 15K, presented by Final Gravity Brewing Co.Richmond Road Runners Club - We Run RVA | Home 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.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