That First Mile Podcast is all about beginnings—the moments, choices, and small steps that set the path for transformation. Hosted by Randy Grant, this show dives into the journeys of everyday runners, fitness enthusiasts, and mental health advocates to uncover what it really takes to start, persist, and grow—whether it’s your first mile, your first habit, or your first big life change. Expect candid conversations, practical tips, and inspiration to help you take that crucial “First Mile” in any part of your life.
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Family Ties & Tired Thighs: Running Ragnar Together
Send us Fan Mail This episode of That First Mile Podcast is all about what happens when running becomes a family affair. Randy sits down with his wife, Lili, daughters Liliana and Juli, and Ryan to talk about their experience running Ragnar together as a family. They talk about the miles, the laughs, the exhaustion, the unexpected moments, and what it was really like spending 200 miles together as a family. Ragnar is hard enough on your legs, but doing it with the people you love creates a co...
2 Jul 2026
More Than Just a Running Shoe
Send us Fan Mail What if the right pair of running shoes could change your life? In this episode of That First Mile Podcast, we’re joined by Rosemary Rios, manager of Sole II Soul Sports in Visalia, CA, to talk about far more than shoes. We explore how proper shoe fitting can prevent injuries, build confidence, and help people take that very first step toward a healthier lifestyle. Rosemary shares her journey into the running community, what she has learned from helping runners of every exper...
21 May 2026
Northwest Passage Ragnar: Where the Miles Turn Into Survival
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of That First Mile Podcast, we dive into the Northwest Passage Ragnar—one of the most demanding relay experiences you can put a team through. From unpredictable weather and overnight legs to the mental battle that hits when sleep disappears and miles stack up, this breakdown takes you inside the real experience of what it takes to keep moving when everything in your body is asking you to stop. We talk teamwork, mindset shifts, leadership in the van, the dark...
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