Sports Backers is a nonprofit active living organization based in Richmond, Virginia. Our mission is to get people moving and this podcast will focus on keeping people active and moving, mostly through the lens of running. We put on outdoor endurance events, host training teams year round, and have programs aimed at bringing fitness opportunities to all corners of our area. All this brings us in contact with stories and ideas that are interesting and inspiring, and we’ll share them on this p ...
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Episode 48 - Sportable Athlete Sue Henneberry Trains for Her First Marathon
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There's nothing quite like training for your first full marathon! Sue Henneberry is a an adaptive athlete with Sportable who completed her first half marathon last year, and quickly decided a full marathon was her next move. She's training with Sports Backers Marathon Training Team and does a variety of sports to cross-train.…
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Episode 47 - We Off The Couch with Anthony Clary
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If you run around Richmond, you've seen Anthony Clary and We Off The Couch. Anthony founded the group in 2019 and they've continued to grow in numbers, and in their mission to support all runners no matter where they are in their journey. They've got a crew doing varying distances at the Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon this November. Check out t…
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Episode 46 - Jon Announces His Retirement
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After 31 years of service, Sports Backers' Executive Director, Jon Lugbill, announced his plan to retire at the end of June 2025. We sat down with Jon to get his thoughts on why now is the right time and what he's looking forward to as he ends his chapter at Sports Backers.Oleh Sports Backers/Jon Lugbill
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Episode 45 - Keeping the Pace with Karen McCarthy and Steven Kim
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The Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon tries to cater to all our participants and a huge part of that is our pace teams! This week Nan & Kam talk with Karen McCarthy, the pace team coordinator, and Steven Kim, who paced the race last year. Hear all about the mindset of a pacer, how you can join a team, and how you can volunteer to make someone's ra…
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Episode 43 - Hangin' with the President of President's Council
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President's Council is Sports Backers' young professional group. It's an awesome way to socialize, network, volunteer, and meet other active people in Richmond who are passionate about inspiring active living. Nan & Kam talk with the chair of President's Council, Desiree Tunnell, about how she got involved, why she loves it, and why you should join…
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Episode 42 - ALL Stars Are Back with Jacki Quinlan
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Sports Backers is celebrating the kick off of our Active Living Leadership ALL Stars program! We work with 21 rising senior student-athletes throughout the year to teach them more about leadership and how active living can play a role within their communities. Nan & Kam talked to the program leader, Jacki Quinlan, about all things ALL Stars and wha…
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Episode 41 - Back To School with Greater Richmond Fit4Kids
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It's that time of year! Temps are already slightly cooler and kids are going back to school. Nan & Kam chat with Leigh Busby of Greater Richmond Fit4Kids about how best to transition kids back to a schedule and all the great programming they have throughout Richmond schools. Hear about how they're making healthy habits accessible for all and their …
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Episode 40 - Talkin' Ashland Half & 5k with Mara George and Chris Mason
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The Ashland Half & 5k is next Saturday and we brought in Event Director, Mara George, and Sports Backers Marathon Training Team Coach Chris Mason to tell us why it's summer's hottest half! Whether you're running Richmond in the fall and want a tune up, or just looking for a quaint little 5k, this could be your next race!…
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Episode 39 - It's Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team Time with Cheryl Groce-Wright
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You might've heard the Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team starts this weekend! We sat down with head coach Cheryl Groce-Wright (and RVA Sports Awards Coach of the Year) to go over all the training details. There's still time to join the team, so listen and see if it's the right fit for you!Oleh Sports Backers/Cheryl Groce-Wright
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Episode 38 - Josh Leidy with 804 Run Club
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Richmond loves their run clubs! This week Nan & Kam sit down with Josh Leidy, one of the leaders of 804 Run Club that meets at Hardywood. Learn more about how inclusive and encouraging 804 Run Club is and how you can get involved! We gotta throw in a little fun Olympics aside too obviously!Oleh Sports Backers/Josh Leidy
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Episode 37 - Jaide Hinds-Clark From Student-Athlete to Runner
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We're joined by Jaide Hinds-Clark, a former women's basketball standout at the University of Richmond who now resides in Richmond with her wife (and soon to be baby!). Jaide got into running to stay in shape and be part of a community, and she soon found one in We Off The Couch. Hear about what the run club has meant to her and all the other ways s…
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Episode 36 - On The Move at Richmond Animal Care & Control
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We visited Richmond Animal Care & Control (RACC) to learn more about their RACC Runners program that pairs volunteers with dogs for recreational runs. Lydia Worden from RACC joins us at the shelter and introduces us to some top notch puppers. Watch this one! The beginning is a shelter visit with some heavy hitting dog reporting, and then we head ba…
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Episode 35 - Kam in the Hot Seat!
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We're all used to Kam playing host, but this week...she's the guest! Hear about her journey to becoming Sports Backers' Social Media Manager. Learn about her most embarrassing moments creating her own content, and what it's like to try and keep up with the ever changing social media landscape!Oleh Sports Backers/Kamryn Lanier
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Episode 34 - A Chat with Elliott Rose
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If you're a part of the running scene in Richmond chances are you've heard of Elliott, or you've seen him on a run, at a race, or in our marketing material! He's been a part of Sports Backers Marathon Training Team for over 20 years and is extremely active in all things running. We talk about how he discovered his love of running in his 40s and mor…
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Episode 33 - Kam's Quarterly Goals and Hot New Trends
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It's a Nan & Kam week, which means the girls are gabbing. Topics are fitness trends, Kam's quarterly goals, what to expect on the pod the coming weeks...and of course, this or that!
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Episode 32 - Run Short Pump Celebrates 20 Years!
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Nan & Kam talk with Frank Finn, one of the founding members of Run Short Pump. Run Short Pump is a running group in the West End that meets twice a week. They recently celebrated 20 years together. Frank gives us the highlights and shares how you can get involved!Oleh Sports Backers/Frank Finn
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Episode 31 - On The Move at Great Falls Park
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Nan & Kam take the pod on the road to Great Falls Park for the annual Sports Backers staff outing! Hear about two different hikes they did, who had the best car snacks, and more. We recommend watching this one to get the full picture! Plus Kam got some wild video of a helicopter.Oleh Sports Backers
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Episode 30 - Camryn Gets Ready to Sprint!
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Today is the Markel Corporate Run and Camryn Fitzgerald of Scott Insurance is the lucky individual chosen as the Allianz Partners Summer Bonus Sprint participant! Hear about her strategy to win big at tonight's event. Nan & Kam also catch you up on their research trip to Denver!Oleh Sports Backers/Camryn Fitzgerald
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Episode 29 - All Things Effect Run Club with Kleigh Koupal
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If you're a runner in Richmond, chances are you've heard about Effect. The run club was created by Kleigh Koupal and two friends who realized when running with others the effect was that you created community, and added to your overall community as a whole. Learn more about their crew, upcoming fun events, and why it seems like everybody is running…
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Episode 28 - It's time for the Markel Corporate Run!
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The Markel Corporate Run takes place on June 6. It's RVA's biggest office party, so naturally we had to get you all the details with Sports Backers Corporate Sales Manager, Kristen Eichert, and Colin Lowery, the Team Captain at Haleon. It's not too late to sign up...and after this you'll want to!Oleh Sports Backers/Colin Lowery
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Episode 27 - We're Dominion Energy Riverrock Ready!
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Nan & Kam take you on a tour of Dominion Energy Riverrock as it gets set up for the weekend. Get a lay of the land, hear about the highlights, and learn more about new events. We also talk to Omar Hafez from the Richmond Rapids. Omar is participating in one of the festival's newest events, the Cup of the East Kayak Polo tournament. We recommend wat…
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Episode 26 - It's RVA Bike Month with Brantley Tyndall
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Brantley Tyndall, Director of Bike Walk RVA, joins the pod to tell us all about RVA Bike Month this May! We also dive into some Bike Walk advocacy, a Fall Line trail update, and ask the age old question...Tour de Taco or Pizza Crawl.Oleh Sports Backers/Brantley Tyndall
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Episode 25 - It's MTT Season! Coach Carrie Parker Gives Us the Scoop on All Things Training
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Thinking about running Richmond this November? Need to up your miles for a fall race? We chat with the head coach of Sports Backers Marathon Training Team, Carrie Parker. Learn more about the program and find out what makes MTT so beloved!Oleh Sports Backers/Carrie Parker
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Episode 24 - 10k Behind The Scenes
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Nan & Kam look back on the 25th running of the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k! Hear about what goes on behind the scenes, what it was like for Kam to work with her mom on race day, best race moments, squirrels in the park...and more!Oleh Sports Backers
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Episode 23 - It's 10k Week...Let's Answer ALL The Questions!
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It's almost time for the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger, which means Nan & Kam are ready to answer all your event FAQs! Find out what you need to know about the expo, race morning, and how to have your best 10k!Oleh Sports Backers
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Episode 22 - The 10k's Party Pacer, Conrad Lusagala
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We sit down with Conrad Lusagala who is taking on the task of being the 10k's Roving DJ and Party Pacer! He's got a speaker, he's got a playlist, he's got the good vibes, and he's bringing the encouragement. Find him at the back of the pack in the non-seeded waves and have your best 10k yet!Oleh Sports Backers/Conrad Lusagala
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Episode 21 - Bringin' the Funn with Nutzy and Meg
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Nan & Kam have perhaps their biggest guest yet and welcome Nutzy of the Richmond Flying Squirrels to the pod. Megan Angstadt, the Squirrels Executive Director of Fan Engagement, also joins us and shares how excited her and Nutzy are to come to the Atlantic Union Bank 10k Mini. Hear what to expect this baseball season, and later see how Nutzy stays …
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Episode 20 - Michael & Mike - 10k Royalty
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We sit down with two 10k legends and superstar volunteers, Michael George and Mike Levins. Chances are if you've done a race in Richmond, these two were involved in some way. They give us the low down on the first year of the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k and how the running landscape in Richmond has changed.…
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Episode 19 - Virginia Credit Union River City Half Wrap Up & A Walk For a Little Treat
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Nan & Kam welcome Molly Johnson, Race Director for the Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k back to the pod. Molly shares what it's like to plan and execute a first year event and her favorite parts of race day. Then Nan & Kam take to the streets to get a 10k related treat. Tune in to so you don't miss out on how you could score so…
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Episode 18 - 10kTT Catch Up & Virginia Credit Union River City Half Questions
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We catch up with Kam on her YMCA 10k Training Team journey thus far, and find out how her miles have been going. Switching gears the Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k is this weekend, so we answer all your race day questions! Good luck to everyone participating!Oleh Sports Backers
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Episode 17 - Gettin' in the 10k Spirit with Paige Poprocky
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One thing about the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k is it's known for having a lively course. You never know what you're going to see, but you're guaranteed to be entertained. The 10k Spirit Contest presented by The Richmond Experience is serious business. Paige Poprocky, of The Richmond Experience, joins us to talk all things contest judging and what …
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Episode 16 - Active RVA with Kristen Eichert
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As we gear up for the 2024 Active RVA Awards, Kristen Eichert, Sports Backers Corporate Sales Manager, gives us all the details on what it means to be Active RVA certified. Learn about best practices to lead your workplace to corporate wellness!Oleh Sports Backers/Kristen Eichert
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This week Nan & Ashlee (guest host alert!) take you on a behind the scenes look at 10k Love Week. We worked at events with Massey at the VCU Student Commons and passed out cupcakes on Brown's Island with Ukrop's. Check out YouTube to see us all around RVA this week!Oleh Sports Backers/Massey/Ukrop's
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Episode 14 - 10k Legacy Club with Brad, Erin and Annie
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Doing the 10k once is something to be proud of, but doing it all 25 times is on another level. This week we talk with Brad Armstrong (a 10k Legacy Club member) and his daughters Erin and Annie. They ran the first Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k together and are still continuing the tradition to this day.…
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Episode 13 - Learn About the Fitness Warriors with Tiffany and Ashley
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Tiffany Copeland and Ashley White join us to talk about the exciting work our Fitness Warriors are doing to make Richmond and the Tri-Cities more active! Whether you're interested in leading fitness classes, or finding a new community to workout with, you'll have a good time learning more about the program.…
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Episode 12 - Behind The Scenes of the 10k Designs with Think
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By this point we hope you've seen the 2024 Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k participant shirt and medal designs! The colorful swag was designed by local agency Think. We sit down with Jason St. Peter and Bridget Guckin to talk all things creative strategy. Hear the inspiration behind the goods!Oleh Sports Backers/Jason St. Peter and Bridget Guckin
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Episode 11 - All Things YMCA 10k Training Team with the Head Coach!
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We sit down with Head Coach of the YMCA 10k Training Team, Jennifer Perrin to run through all the questions, thoughts, and feels one may have before joining the team! Training for the 25th annual Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger kicks off Feb. 10. Spoiler - Kam is joining a team, so do it with her!…
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Episode 10 - Let's Kick Off 2024!
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Happy New Year! Nan & Kam are back to kick off 2024 with a recap of what went down during holiday break, what they're excited for at Sports Backers this spring, and new fitness goals. Get your motivation back and hear their hacks to setting goals and following through!Oleh Sports Backers
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Episode 9 - Sports Backers Youth Programs with Jacki and Noelle
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Sports Backers Youth Programs have had a whirlwind year; with a rebrand, a scholar-athlete program restructure, and a new hire...2023 has been wild! Catch up on all the changes and hear what we're excited for in the new year with Jacki, our Director of Youth Programs and Noelle, our Youth Programs Coordinator. Reminder - we'll take a two week break…
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Episode 8 - Walking in A Tacky Wonderland with Molly Johnson
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Last week we had the 11th CarMax Tacky Light Run. Fun was had, merriment was made, holiday cheer was abundant. This week we recap all the good times and share some behind the scenes insight with Event Director, Molly Johnson. Get you some egg nog or hot chocolate for this one!Oleh Sports Backers/Molly Johnson
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Episode 7 - Getting Tacky with Tara Krohn
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The CarMax Tacky Light Run is on December 9, and while Sports Backers is busy prepping, the homeowners in the Walton Park neighborhood are on a whole other level! We chat with professional tacky home decorator Tara Krohn and find out just what goes into being a house on the course. From cut outs, to inflatables, lights, and more...she knows her stu…
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Episode 6 - Celebrating 25 years of the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k with Meghan Keogh
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Registration for the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger is officially open! The iconic Richmond event is celebrating 25 years of being the biggest block party in town! We talk with Event Director, Meghan Keogh about her favorite parts of the 10k, the evolution of the running community, why you have to be there on April 20th...and more!…
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Episode 5 - Alison & Dion - Merch & Design Duo, Finisher Items Heroes
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We all know the best part of a race is the swag! This week on the pod we introduce you to the fierce twosome behind Sports Backers' finisher item designs and merchandise collections. Alison Hale, our Retail Manager, and Dion Ellis, our Graphic Designer, give you the inside scoop on what it looks like to be a part of the creative process from start …
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Episode 4 - Run Richmond Race Recap with Lisa Mitro
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Last week Dr. Lisa Mitro (@dr.lisa.dpt) was a part of our Run Richmond pre-race panel. On Saturday she ran her first full marathon, and now we want the tea! Check out what she has to say about training with the Sports Backers Marathon Training Team, race day, recovery...and a couple Taylor Swift anecdotes!…
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Episode 3 - LIVE Finding Your Running Community with Lindsey Hein, Martinus Evans, Cynthia Vissers, Trevor Spencer, and Lisa Mitro
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On the eve of the Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon we had a live discussion at the Walmart Health & Fitness Expo with a stacked crew of running podcasters and personalities! We all can benefit from community, and running is no different! Whether your support system is a virtual crew, your neighbor, a local run club, or a coach, we’re exploring al…
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Episode 2 - First Guest Alert! Megan Schultz answers your #RunRichmond questions!
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Nan & Kam welcome their first guest to the studio, Megan Schultz! Megan has been at Sports Backers for over 16 years. As the race director for the Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon, she knows all the info you need for race day on November 11! We solicited questions on social media and then asked a few of our own, because we're fun like that!…
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Our Sports Backers Podcast has a host change! Welcome to On The Move with Nan & Kam! Meet your two new fitness besties that are here to chat all things active lifestyle in Richmond, VA! New episodes drop every Thursday!Oleh Sports Backers
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#22: Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon Preview with Race Director Megan Schultz
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This episode of Sports Backers' On the Move podcast serves as a special preview of the Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon, featuring Megan Schultz, Chief Operating Officer of Sports Backers and race director for the marathon. She’s got all the details you need to know to have a great race experience in Richmond on November 12 and we’ll take a deep …
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#21: Fitness Warriors, Active Living, and White House Visits with Tiffany Copeland
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Our guest on this episode of the On the Move podcast is Tiffany Copeland, Director of the Fitness Warriors program for Sports Backers. Tiffany gives us a detailed overview of the Fitness Warriors, the innovative program that is addressing health disparities through active living in communities throughout central Virginia. The program has become a n…
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#20: Cheryl Groce-Wright on Half Marathon Training, Minions, and Running with Heart
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Our guest on this episode is Cheryl Groce-Wright. Cheryl is head coach of the Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team, which helps runners prepare for the CarMax Richmond Half Marathon on November 12. Before becoming head coach, Cheryl was a participant and then assistant coach, so she’s got a ton of knowledge to go along with a very interesting…
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