Run For God: Run Club

About Run For God: Run Club

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 inspiration, knowledge, and enthusiasm. Plus, we’re excited to announce that a NEW app is launching soon, making it easier than ever to connect with the community and stay inspired on the go! For just $9.97 a month, you’ll get all this and more—and, more importantly, you’ll be supporting Upward Running in our mission to spread the Gospel through the running community! Ready for a boost, both spiritually and physically? Join us today, and cancel anytime if you need to.

Publisher

Upward Sports

Category

health & fitness · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Feb 2020

Latest episode

9 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

328 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Feb 2026

   306 - Previewing the RunClub Updates with Coach Dean

   RunClub Episode 306 - Previewing the RunClub Updates In this special episode, Coach Dean Thompson gives listeners an inside look at the upcoming updates to the Upward Running RunClub experience. With a new version of the RunClub app expected to launch soon, this episode walks through what members can expect in a full week of content, coaching, and community. Whether you are already part of the RunClub or have been listening from the sidelines, this episode offers a preview of the new features designed to help you grow in your running, your faith, and your connection with others. What’s Coming to the RunClub Coach Dean outlines the new weekly rhythm of content that will be available inside the RunClub app. Monday: Voice of the RunClub A brand new members-only podcast hosted by Travis Vaughn. Each episode features conversations with RunClub members from around the country, sharing their stories, challenges, goals, and victories. These conversations are designed to build connection, encouragement, and community. Tuesday: Devotions (Audio Coming Soon) Weekly faith-based devotions have long been available in text form. Audio versions are currently in development so members can listen during their walk or run. Wednesday: Running Curriculum (Audio Coming Soon) Educational content focused on helping runners train safely and improve over time. These lessons cover training principles, injury prevention, and long-term development. Audio versions are on the way. Thursday: Coach Connect Thursday Night Live is being replaced with a new, more personal coaching experience. Members can now click the chat bubble on the website to ask Coach Dean their individual running questions directly. Coach Connect provides direct access to a real coach as part of your membership. Friday: Kinda Fast Podcast Hosted by Claire Boyce and Travis Vaughn, this weekly show includes: “What Does That Even Mean?” (running terminology) Weekly running news A deep dive into a relevant training or lifestyle topic Saturday: Coach’s Thoughts Coach Dean has written over 400 of these encouragement pieces and is working to bring them into audio format. These short messages offer practical wisdom, motivation, and perspective for your running journey. Sunday: Scripture Sunday A new short-form podcast featuring scripture readings and reflections from Les Neely. Simple, encouraging biblical content to help you start your training week grounded in God’s Word. Additional RunClub Features RunClub membership also includes: Training plans for 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon Beginner, intermediate, and advanced options Direct access to a coach An active and encouraging social community Run and walk tracking inside the app Garmin integration Voice prompts for the 12-week 5K Challenge Access to the Upward Running store for gear, books, and journals The updated app is more stable than ever and continues to grow based on member feedback. Ready to Join? If you’ve been listening but haven’t joined, now is a great time to get started. Visit UpwardRunning.com (http://UpwardRunning.com) and use the code: COACHDEAN to receive three free weeks of RunClub membership.

2. 

   2 Feb 2026

   305 – A New Beginning

   On this last episode of The Upward Running Podcast, Coach Dean and Travis Vaughn discuss the future of Upward Running.

3. 

   26 Jan 2026

   304 – By George : Etch A Sketch

   Does George have anything to say about our running? Turns out, many Georges did! Coach Dean shares his thoughts on them. And then he asks the question: Would you want all your bad runs to go away? His answer may surprise you! USATF Club National Championships Post of the Week - Patricia Adams - Being open to a great day Run of the Week - Rebecca Wang - Comparing yourself to the former you Trivia Answer from last week How to take care of running shoes Story of the Week - By George - Jerry Snider Proverbs 15:22 - Ready, Aim, Shoot! Proverbs 24:5 - Best to be Smart AND Strong Proverbs 25:11 - The right word at the right time Do you have any role models named George? The famous author and runner George Sheehan said, "I have met my hero, and he is me." What does this mean to you? Comedian George Burns said, "You can't help getting older, but you don't have to be old." Do you share this attitude about your running? Why You Don’t Need to Do a Long Run Every Week Dean’s Thoughts - Etch A Sketch Why Running/Walking is so Awesome World Cross Country Championships Motivational Thought of the Week

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

48 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

17 ratings

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