Will Run For...

A Reintroduction (ep 138)

Will Run For started during COVID when two runners with very different abilities — Tom and Erin — decided the world needed a podcast for real, relatable runners. Six years later, the crew has grown, the routes have gotten longer (and sometimes darker), and the laughs have never stopped. In this episode, everyone shares their origin story: first races, how they found running, their favorite distances, their weirdest running adventures, and where they're headed next. Plus: a sneak peek at runDisney Springtime Surprise, the Virtually Live Race challenge, and why Inside the Runner's Studio is making a comeback.TOPICSHow Will Run For got started — the COVID origin storyTom & Diana's running journey: from first 5K to Marine Corps MarathonMichael's running story: trail running, ultras, 50-state marathons & life after loss Bryana's running journey: Dopey Challenge, Strongman competition & finding the joy in running againWhat makes Will Run For different from other running podcasts runDisney Springtime Surprise preview — what to expect The Virtually Live Race Challenge — how to join our annual community eventInside the Runner's Studio — it's coming back! How to sign upRocking the Knob trail race, Space Coast, Shamrock, and other fan-favorite recap episodesStrongman training explained: what it is and why runners should try itSomething Good: Foo Fighters new album, Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2, Love Island All Stars UKCome laugh with us as we share our running experiences and talk about everything from our favorite beer runs to our chafing nightmares. Tell us what YOU run for... Email us or leave a voice memo at WillRunForPodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram @WillRunForPodcast Tag your pictures and stories @WillRunForPodcast and help grow our community.

Princess Half Marathon Lite (Ep 137)

Michael shares his experience attending the runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, including tributes to Jeff Galloway, the Brooks runDisney shoe craze, and Princess race weekend drama (or lack thereof). The crew debates whether the LA Marathon made the right call offering an 18-mile option on a brutally hot race day. Plus, a massive Goal Getters segment featuring listener updates on NYC Marathon lottery wins, the Rome Marathon, Dopey training, stress fractures, and more. And Diana is officially tapering for the Virginia Half Marathon!​​TOPICS: ​• runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2026 recap• Jeff Galloway tribute — his legacy and impact on everyday runners• LA Marathon hot weather controversy: was the 18-mile option the right call?• Brooks runDisney shoes — Moana, Rapunzel & Belle editions: are they still available?• Goal Getters: NYC Marathon lottery wins, Rome Marathon, Dopey 2, stress fractures & more• Diana's Virginia Half Marathon taper — race day coming up!• Michael's Marin Ultra Challenge preview: 50K trail race in the Bay Area• Daylight saving time struggles for runners• Running in heat: how to adjust pace and avoid race day disaster• New Fourth of July 5K/10K race at Lake Elkhorn, Columbia MD• Something Good: Count of Monte Cristo (PBS), The Bride (film), Hello Goodbye & Early November concert, Hoop Tea season​​Come laugh with us as we share our running experiences and talk about everything from our favorite beer runs to our chafing nightmares. Tell us what YOU run for... Email us or leave a voice memo at WillRunForPodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram @WillRunForPodcast Tag your pictures and stories @WillRunForPodcast and help grow our community.

Sombrero UltraRunning Festival recap (Ep 136)

In this episode, Tom, Diana, Bryana, and Michael reunite to celebrate your Goal Getters, break down Michael's honest recap of the Sombrero Ultra Running Festival (only in its second year!), and talk training updates as spring race season creeps closer. Michael shares what he learned about 48-hour race strategy, pacing, crewing, and recovering from a recurring quad injury — plus what he'd do differently next time.Come laugh with us as we share our running experiences and talk about everything from our favorite beer runs to our chafing nightmares. Tell us what YOU run for... Email us or leave a voice memo at WillRunForPodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram @WillRunForPodcast Tag your pictures and stories @WillRunForPodcast and help grow our community.

Running Goals for 2026 (ep 135)

What are your running goals for 2026 — and do you actually have a plan to crush them? In this episode, we open up the floor to our listeners and share the running goals YOU submitted, then get real about our own 2026 race goals, fitness intentions, and everything in between. Plus, we introduce a brand-new co-host joining the Will Run For family!Whether you’re training for your first 5K, chasing a marathon PR, or just trying to stay consistent with running this year, this episode will inspire and motivate you to commit to your goals.📋 Topics covered: listener running goals, 2026 race planning, setting fitness intentions, new host introduction, Loopy Looper team sign-ups🏃 Interested in joining a Loopy Looper team? [Fill out the form here]📧 Share what YOU run for: WillRunForPodcast@gmail.com📱 Follow us: @WillRunForPodcast on Facebook & InstagramCome laugh with us as we share our running experiences and talk about everything from our favorite beer runs to our chafing nightmares. Tell us what YOU run for... Email us or leave a voice memo at WillRunForPodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram @WillRunForPodcast Tag your pictures and stories @WillRunForPodcast and help grow our community.

Winter Running Blues (Ep. 134)

On this episode we have a bunch of goal getters and training updates. Come laugh with us as we share our running experiences and talk about everything from our favorite beer runs to our chafing nightmares. Tell us what YOU run for... Email us or leave a voice memo at WillRunForPodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram @WillRunForPodcast Tag your pictures and stories @WillRunForPodcast and help grow our community.