Ep 183 The Appetizer to the Sweet 16

This week’s episode opens with a deeply moving tribute to Erin Petz, a cherished member of the running community who recently lost her battle with cancer at just 43 years old. The hosts share personal memories of Erin’s vibrant spirit, contagious laugh, and unwavering kindness that touched so many lives through her podcasting work on “Will Run For” and her presence at countless runDisney events.

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This Week’s Race Weekend Training Miles

The Road to the Sweet 16

The gang continues their March Madness Dining Challenge with passionate debates about Walt Disney World’s best restaurants, featuring several upsets and Cinderella stories advancing to the Sweet 16. Did your favorite restaurant make the cut. Our half time show we bring in our special guest Thomas Stokes drops by with training program updates, Tips on getting back into the workout groove and announces a six-month coaching scholarship opportunity.

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In the Race report spot light we head over to Minnesota to check in with Amy who ran the Hot Dash 10k. Amy talked about how this might be the most Minnesotan race their is. And we find out what a Tater Tot hot dish is.

The episode serves as a beautiful reminder that the running community is more than shared miles – it’s about the connections we forge along the way and how we care for each other, both on and off the course. Erin’s legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched and the community that continues to honor her memory with every step.

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