Run Strong Run Podcast
Episodes
Running 26.2 Together: A Mother-Daughter Marathon Story from Vermont to Napa Valley
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, I sit down with Sharon and Cia Galatas — a mother-daughter duo who flew from New England t...
2026 Is About Building, Not Restarting: A Mindset Shift for Runners at Every Level
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text2026 is not a restart—you’re not starting over. You’re building from what you already started.In the first episode of 2026 on the ...
Running Through Recovery: Usha’s Inspiring California International Marathon Journey
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUsha’s story is proof that our bodies — and our spirits — are capable of so much more than we think. In this episode of the Run St...
Do It Scared: How New Mom “Marathon Mama V” Went from Treadmill Miles to First Marathon in 15 Months
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, I sit down with new marathoner and mom of two, Vicky Hurd, a.k.a. @marathonmamav, who wen...
7 Unforgettable CIM Moments: My Favorite Stories from the California International Marathon
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I’m counting down 7 unforgettable CIM moments from my seven years at the California International Marathon. From my f...
From Hating the Mile to Every Woman’s Marathon: Miriam’s Journey to 2 Marathons by 30
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, Steph sits down with two-time marathon finisher Miriam Perales, w...
From Surgical Menopause to Marathoner: Dawn Klasen’s Back-of-the-Pack Joy, 26.2 Lessons, and an Every Woman’s Marathon Preview
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, Stephanie sits down with marathoner and mom of four, Dawn Klasen, whose story proves it’...
Finding Joy at the California International Marathon: How Runner Carrie Gilbert Redefined the Meaning of a Personal Record
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if your next personal record wasn’t about speed—but about joy? 🌟In this uplifting episode of the Run Strong Run Podcast, hos...
From Single Mom to Marathoner & Grandma: Alicia Rodriguez on Running, Resilience, and Real Estate
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this inspiring episode, I sit down with Alicia Rodriguez—a dedicated marathoner, real estate agent, single mom, and proud grandma. ...
Boost Your Walk Interval Pace: Expert Tips for Faster, More Efficient Walks
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textReady to transform your walk intervals into a powerful part of your run/walk strategy? In this episode, we share expert tips on how to i...
Breaking Barriers: Bryon Solberg’s Inspiring Journey as a Paraplegic Marathoner
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Bryon Solberg, a paraplegic athlete who has redefined what it means to push limits. From ...
Season 2, Episode 1: Ditch the All-or-Nothing Mindset and Crush Your Running Goals This Year
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to Season 2 of Run Strong Run! In this kickoff episode, we’re tackling the all-or-nothing mindset that holds so many runners b...
Season 1 Episode 13 How I Conquered 14 Marathons in 2024: A Journey of Grit and Growth
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the podcast, I’m sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between from my unforgettable journey of completing 14 ...
Season 1 Episode 12 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Jenica Ramos
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSeason 1 of the Run Strong Run Podcast is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversation with a...
Season 1 Episode 11 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Sarah Avila
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSeason 1 of the Run Strong Run Podcast is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversation with a...
Season 1 Episode 10 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Chad Lansing
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSeason 1 of the Run Strong Run Podcast is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversation with a...
Season 1 Episode 9 Stories From the Back of the Pack: JoAnn Wilson
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSeason 1 of the Run Strong Run Podcast is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversation with a...
Season 1 Episode 8 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Husun Davis
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSeason 1 of the Run Strong Run Podcast is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversation with a...
Season 1 Episode 7 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Sandra Mikulic
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to the Run Strong Run Podcast! Season 1 is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversa...
Season 1 Episode 6 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Joseph Magnelli
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to the Run Strong Run Podcast! Season 1 is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversa...
Season 1 Episode 5 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Veronika Kolesnikov
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to the Run Strong Run Podcast! Season 1 is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversa...
Season 1 Episode 4 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Natalie Uyeno
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to the Run Strong Run Podcast! Season 1 is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversa...
Season 1 Episode 3 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Danielle
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to Season 1 Episode 3 of the Run Strong Run Podcast! In this episode, Stephanie talks to Danielle Thompson about how she went fr...
Season 1 Episode 2 Stories From the Back of the Pack: Bruce Mauldin
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to the Run Strong Run Podcast! Season 1 is "Stories from the Back of the Pack", and each episode features a conversa...
Season 1 Episode 1 My Story: From Couch Potato to Marathon Maniac
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe story of how I, Stephanie Dunlap, went from "This body doesn't run" to now 35-time marathoner and "Run Strong Ru...
Welcome to the Run Strong Run Podcast
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to the Run Strong Run Podcast. In this podcast, I'll speak to runners who inspire and motivate me to show up as my best sel...