Running His Race Podcast with Christian Run Coach, Elizabeth

What happens when running is suddenly taken away?In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth sits down with runner Moriah Jameson, a wife, mother, and part-time occupational therapist, to talk about navigating the emotional and spiritual journey of a running injury.Just weeks before an upcoming race, Moriah was sidelined with an injury that forced her to stop running completely. What followed was a season filled with frustration, struggles, and hard questions about where she was placing her identity.Through this difficult time, God began reshaping her perspective, reminding her that her identity is not found in running performance but in Christ.This episode serves as a reminder that while injuries can be devastating, they can also be opportunities for growth, patience, and renewed faith. Together, Coach Elizabeth and Moriah dive into:The emotional impact of being sidelined from running due to an injuryHow God can reshape your perspective Placing your identity in ChristFinding joy in running and other forms of movementWho This Episode is For:Runners facing injuries or setbacksAnyone struggling with their identity beyond their sportChristian Runners seeking encouragement and hope in their running journeyAnyone who loves Jesus If you've ever struggled with injury, burnout, or placing your identity in running, this conversation will encourage you that you're not alone and to trust God, even when your plans are derailed. Listener Challenge: If you’re currently dealing with an injury, take time this week to reflect on what your body can do and seek God’s purpose in this season. Remember, your identity is found in Christ, not in your running. Read Ephesians 1 and 2 to grow deeper in understanding your identity in Christ. Connect with Moriah: Instagram: @running.for.joyConnect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth sits down with Stephanie Foster, host of the We Are the Runner Show, to talk about the powerful connection between faith, running, and motherhood.Stephanie shares her story of becoming a runner while raising four children, hosting her own podcast, working as a varsity soccer coach, and navigating a busy family life. From training for her first half-marathon to completing the challenging Dopey Challenge at Walt Disney World, Stephanie reflects on the lessons God has taught her through the miles.This conversation is a reminder that every runner has a story, and our value as runners is not found in race results but in our identity in Christ.If you're a Christian runner, busy parent, or someone trying to keep God at the center of your training, this episode will encourage you to see your running journey through a different lens. You have a story that matters.Together, Coach Elizabeth and Stephanie dive into:Balancing running with motherhood and family lifeStephanie’s experience running Disney races and the Dopey ChallengeThe gift it is to run - no matter the distanceWhy every runner's story matters Who This Episode is For:Christian runners seeking inspiration and encouragementBusy runners looking to balance running with family commitmentsAnyone who loves JesusListener Challenge: Take a moment this week to reflect on your own running story. How has God used running in your life? Pray about it and see if the Lord wants you to share your running story. If so, DM Stephanie or me to share and be on one or both of our podcasts! Connect with Stephanie:Listen to her podcast, We Are The Runners Show, on Apple or Spotify. Instagram: @WeareTheRunnersShowEpisodes mentioned to listen to during the podcast: Episode #23 with Brittany CharboneauEpisode #25 with Jeff GallowayEpisode #27 Mental Health ConversationConnect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth sits down with Conni— a trail runner from Crested Butte, Colorado — to talk about faith in God, identity, and how to pursue running without letting it define you.Conni shares her journey from trail running to crewing ultras, and how God began to shift her understanding of her identity as “a runner.”As a wildlife photographer and co-host of the Spouse Sponsored Podcast, she brings a unique perspective on balancing passion, purpose, and faith.Together, Coach Elizabeth and Conni dive into:How runners can unknowingly attach their identity to resultsThe beauty and spiritual growth found in trail runningThe role of community in the running journeyConni shares the moment she recognized that her identity wasn’t found in being “a runner," but in being a Child of God.This episode is a powerful reminder that running is something we do, not who we are.If you've ever struggled with comparison, pressure, or feeling like your value rises and falls with your pace or PRs, this conversation will encourage you to shift your focus from performance to purpose.Who This Episode is For:Christian runners seeking the Lord in their trainingTrail runners and endurance athletesAnyone who loves JesusListener Challenge: Take time this week to ask yourself: Is my identity rooted in Christ or in my running?Consider how you can pursue your goals in your training while remembering that your worth comes from God, not your race results.Connect with Conni:Listen to her podcast, Spouse Sponsored, on Apple or Spotify! Instagram: @SpouseSponsoredMore information on Trail Sisters Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth dives into a topic every runner should consider: how running can subtly become an idol in our lives. She shares her personal journey of learning how a beloved gift from God, running, can sometimes shift into a source of identity, validation, or self-worth.Coach Elizabeth breaks down five warning signs that running may be taking too much control.Through heartfelt reflections and practical advice, she shows how runners can realign their training with faith, keeping God at the center and enjoying running as the gift it was intended to be.Who This Episode is For:Runners feeling overwhelmed or stressed by their trainingAthletes struggling with identity in relation to runningAnyone who loves JesusWhat You’ll Hear in this Episode:The five warning signs that running may be becoming an idolPersonal stories from Coach Elizabeth’s running journeyHow to enjoy running without letting it control your lifeListener Challenge: Take a moment to reflect on your own running journey. Do any of these warning signs resonate with you? How can you realign your running and keep it as the joyful gift God intended?Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth ties together the various phases of running training by introducing the concept of periodization. After exploring the running phases in previous episodes: Base, Strength, Specific/Peak, Taper, and Recovery in previous episodes, she emphasizes how these phases can be organized differently based on individual goals and life circumstances into a periodization model.Coach Elizabeth explains the meaning of periodization and its significance in crafting an effective training plan. Who This Episode Is For:Runners looking to deepen their understanding of training cyclesAthletes preparing for races who want to learn how to structure their trainingAnyone seeking to include the Lord in their trainingWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:Understand what periodization is and why it matters for runners of all levelsExplore the four main models: Linear, Reverse, Nonlinear, and UndulatingHow to identify your running personality and choose the right training model for the season you're in Invite God into every phase of your training to stay grounded, focused, and spiritually strongListener Challenge: Reflect on which periodization model resonates with you and consider how your relationship with God can enhance your next running training cycle. Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth addresses a crucial yet often overlooked phase of training: the recovery phase. After the excitement of race day, many runners feel the urge to jump back into training or sign up for the next event, but Coach Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of taking time to rest and reset.The episode dives into common struggles runners face during recovery, such as the fear of losing fitness and the pressure to always be doing more. Coach Elizabeth provides guidelines for how long the recovery phase should last based on race distance and offers tips for how to know when you’re ready to move on to the next training cycle.Who This Episode Is For:Runners who run racesAthletes feeling the pressure to jump back into training too quicklyAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:The significance of the recovery phase in a runner's training cyclePractical tips for effective recovery and how to listen to your bodySpiritual reflections to deepen your relationship with God during recoveryListener Challenge: Take this time to journal about your recent race experience and reflect on how God has been present throughout your training. Consider how you can honor the recovery phase as a time of rest and spiritual growth.Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Christian Run Coach, Coach Elizabeth, walks through one of the most challenging yet important phases of training: the taper. Tapering isn’t just about running fewer miles; it’s about learning to trust the work that’s already been done and, ultimately, trusting God when the temptation is to do more.Coach Elizabeth explains what the taper phase is and why it matters, highlighting how reduced volume allows the body, muscles, and nervous system to fully recover so you can arrive at the start line feeling fresh, strong, and confident. She also discusses how to maintain intensity through short intervals without overexerting yourself, emphasizing that the taper is not a time to prove fitness, but to protect it.Coach Elizabeth encourages Christian runners to lean into prayer, choose a race-day scripture, and reflect on God’s faithfulness throughout the training cycle. Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners approaching race dayAthletes struggling with taper anxiety or the urge to do moreRunners who want to integrate the Christian faith into every phase of trainingAnyone who loves JesusWhat You’ll Hear in This Episode:Why the taper phase is essential for race-day readinessHow to maintain sharpness without accumulating fatigueWays to trust God when your training volume decreasesSpiritual practices to stay grounded and focused during taperListener Challenge: During your taper, spend intentional time reflecting on God’s faithfulness throughout your training. Write down moments where He carried you, strengthened you, or taught you to trust. Use this reflection as a reminder that doing less doesn’t mean losing ground; it means making space for God to work.Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth dives into the Specific Phase of training, also known as the build or pace phase, and how it prepares us for the demands of race day. As we transition from building endurance and strength, this crucial phase focuses on honing in on race pace and mental resilience. Coach Elizabeth discusses the importance of race pace workouts, which not only teach our bodies what to expect on race day but also boost our confidence through repetition and familiarity.Listeners will learn about the significance of understanding effort over pace, the necessity of time trials to assess current fitness, and the various workouts that can be integrated into this phase, including marathon and half-marathon pace runs, tempo runs, and longer intervals.Coach Elizabeth emphasizes the vital role of mental training, encouraging runners to incorporate biblical mantras to combat negative thoughts and reinforce their identity in Christ. By centering our minds on God’s truth, we can navigate the challenges of training and racing with confidence.Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners looking to deepen their training knowledgeAthletes preparing for race day Anyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:The role of the Runner-Specific phase in trainingHow to execute effective race pace workoutsTips for training your mind alongside your bodyChallenge for Listeners: This week, choose a Bible verse that resonates with you and use it as a mantra during your runs. Reflect on how it can empower you both in training and in life.Listen to the episode: Christian Running Mindset: How to Create Biblical Race Mantras That Point You to Jesus, to learn how to write a Biblical Race Mantra. Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth dives into the strength phase of a running training cycle and its parallels in our Christian faith journeys. Building strength in running is about more than just physical endurance; it’s about preparing our bodies and minds for the challenges ahead, just as God prepares us for life’s trials.Coach Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of structured training, explaining how each phase, including strength training, lays the groundwork for peak performance. As Christian runners, learn how workouts like tempo runs and hill repeats not only enhance your physical capabilities but also can teach you to embrace discomfort and build resilience.Just as runners must endure the challenges of training, we too must navigate life’s hurdles with faith and strength, trusting that God is equipping us for what's ahead.Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners wanting to deepen their understanding of runningAthletes who are looking to integrate faith into their running Anyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:The importance of the strength phase in a running training cycleThe benefits of tempo and hill runsWays to reflect on your spiritual growth in the LordChallenge for Listeners: Take time this week to journal about how God has strengthened you in the past few years. Reflect on the challenges you’ve faced and how they’ve prepared you for your current journey.**Make sure you join the Active for Christ Team Call this Sunday, 1/25! Sign up: Here! Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: @Endurance4YouFacebook: Endurance4You PageSubscribe to her NewsletterWork with Coach Elizabeth - Christian Run Coaching Services

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth kicks off a brand-new series on linear periodization in running and how each phase of training reflects our walk with Christ.We begin with base training - a phase that is often overlooked but is essential for long-term growth. Coach Elizabeth shares why base training matters not only for physical endurance but also as a reminder of the importance of building our lives on a firm foundation in Christ.Just as a runner cannot skip base training and expect to thrive, our faith also requires patience, consistency, and intentional grounding in God’s Word.Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners wanting to do a deeper dive into learning about running Athletes seeking to integrate the Christian faith into their trainingAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:The critical role of the base training phase in a running cycleHow to effectively build your aerobic base Ways to incorporate prayer and scripture into your running routineStrides Video Referenced in this episode: HereChallenge for Listeners: As you start your base training phase, take time to reflect on how you can build your foundation in Christ. Consider dedicating your runs to prayer or intertwining scripture into your workouts.Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: @Endurance4YouFacebook: Endurance4You PageSubscribe to her NewsletterWork with Coach Elizabeth - Christian Run Coaching Services

As runners, we don’t wait until we hit the wall to fuel or hydrate; we prepare ahead of time. In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth walks through three intentional ways to train for the miles ahead, both on the course and in life.From taking gels early and building a strong aerobic base to practicing spiritual hydration through God’s Word, this episode highlights how preparation shapes endurance. When life’s storms come, because they will, we will be equipped to rely on what we’ve trained on. Just as physical fuel sustains us through long miles, Scripture sustains us through hard seasons.This episode is for Christian runners who want to integrate faith into their training, avoid burnout, and keep God at the center of their running journey.Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners seeking a faith-based running mindsetAthletes looking for a Christ-centered running mindsetAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:Ways to train for the miles ahead, physically and spirituallyWhy fueling early and often prevents hitting the wall in races and in lifeHow to be Spiritually Hydrated Challenge for Listeners: Choose one Bible verse to focus on this month, and do the following:Read itWrite it downMemorize it I'd love to hear which scripture you chose. Share with me on social media! Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to grab it!

As Christian runners, the end of the year is more than a time to set new running goals; it’s an opportunity to reflect on God’s faithfulness in our training, races, and everyday lives.In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Christian-based run coach Elizabeth invites runners to pause and look back on 2025 with gratitude before stepping into 2026 with Christ at the center. This episode is designed as a prayerful workshop for runners who want to grow not just physically, but spiritually in their running journey.Whether you’re a distance runner, marathoner, or someone training consistently while pursuing a deeper walk with God, this episode will help you reflect, reset, and move forward with purpose.Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners seeking faith-based encouragementAthletes looking for a Christ-centered running mindsetRunners preparing for a new training yearAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:How to recognize God's faithfulness throughout the year (not just in your running)How to celebrate your wins - not just in runningWhat to leave behind in 2025Challenge for Listeners: Set aside quiet time to journal and pray through the reflection questions shared in this episode. Invite the Holy Spirit to reveal where God has been faithful, how He has grown you, and what He is asking you to surrender as you step into a new year.Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to grab it!

In this Christmas-themed episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth explores a powerful question: What if Jesus were truly running beside you?Imagine lining up at your race with Jesus cheering you on, handing you water, and reminding you that you can do all things through Him. This episode unpacks the meaning of Emmanuel—God with us—and how embracing His presence can completely transform your training, mindset, and confidence.Coach Elizabeth invites you to step into a new understanding of Jesus not as a distant observer, but as an active, loving, compassionate Partner in every stride.Whether you're chasing a PR or simply logging winter miles, this episode will help you see your running as a sacred space where God meets you, equips you, and sends you out to shine His light.Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners wanting to experience God during trainingRunners who want to invite Jesus deeper into their goals, mindset, and identityAthletes seeking Christ-centered motivationAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:How to visualize Jesus as your daily training partnerWhat Emmanuel—“God with us”—means for Christian athletesA faith-based way to surrender race goals Challenge for Listeners: During one of your runs this week, intentionally dedicate one mile (or 10 minutes) to imagining Jesus running beside you. Silence any distractions and pray before. "Lord, your servant is listening. Help me to feel you and see you right beside me, as we run this together." Afterward, reflect on how you experienced the Lord, and journal about it on your phone so you make sure to do this right away and not put it off. Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to grab it! Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth shares a deeply personal and life-changing testimony that forever shaped her walk with God. She celebrates December 16th as her “rebirth day,” marking the powerful moment in 2011 when she first encountered the Holy Spirit while listening to a song during her morning commute to work. That encounter opened her eyes to the presence of Jesus and led her to surrender her life to Him fully.Coach Elizabeth reflects on her early struggles with faith, her longing for ministry, and the defining experiences that revealed God’s unconditional love and grace. She shares honest stories, from navigating an unexpected pregnancy to receiving uplifting support from friends and mentors, that helped her understand what a true relationship with Jesus looks like.This episode invites listeners to pause, reflect, and ask:“What does my relationship with the Lord look like right now?”Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners seeking the LordAthletes seeking Christ-centered motivationAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:Coach Elizabeth’s testimony and how God transformed her lifeHow community, mentorship, and vulnerability play key roles in spiritual growthEncouragement to pursue an intimate, personal relationship with JesusConnect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to grab it! Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth shares a guide for what to do after you cross the finish line...no matter how your race went. Whether you crushed your goal or faced unexpected challenges, this episode walks you through a Christ-centered post-race process to help you recover well, reflect deeply, and prepare your heart for what’s next.Coach Elizabeth highlights the importance of celebrating your accomplishment, even if the race didn’t unfold the way you hoped. She encourages runners to separate performance from identity, remembering that your worth is never defined by a race result but is firmly rooted in Christ.You’ll learn faith-filled strategies for processing your race experience, including post-race journaling, evaluating the unseen work that shaped your training, and seeking the Lord’s guidance for your next steps. If your desire is to grow in both your running and your walk with Jesus, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement.Who This Episode Is For:Runners who are unsure what to do after finishing a big raceAthletes who want a faith-based approach to evaluate race results Anyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:How to celebrate your race, even if it doesn't go as plannedHow to separate your performance from your identityThe importance of reflecting on your entire training cycle, not just 1 day Challenge for Listeners: After your next race, take intentional time to reflect. Journal about your training cycle, celebrate the wins (big and small), acknowledge the challenges, and pray for God’s direction as you move forward.Christian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. ⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠ to grab it! Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth explores one of the most powerful parts of every runner’s training: mindset. Whether you’re a beginner, a marathoner, or somewhere in between, your mental approach directly influences your consistency, confidence, and joy in running.Coach Elizabeth shares insights from years of coaching Christian faith-based athletes, highlighting how a Christ-centered mindset can transform your miles from pressure-filled to purpose-filled. You’ll learn simple, practical strategies to strengthen your mental resilience, deepen your faith during training, and invite God into every stride. This episode equips Christian runners with tools to build both mental and spiritual endurance.Who This Episode Is For:Runners who want to improve their mental approach to runningChristian athletes seeking a deeper faith-running connectionAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:Practical ways to strengthen your mental and spiritual focusFaith-based techniques to stay grounded, joyful, and intentionalHow to invite God into your training and let Him lead your running journeyChallenge for Listeners: Choose one of the three mindset practices from today’s episode and implement it during your next few runs:Guard what you feed your mindRun in silence to hear God’s voicePlay “I Spy God”—look for ways He reveals Himself on your route*Reflect on how these strengthen your mindset! Christian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. ⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠ to grab it! Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Christian running coach Elizabeth Miller invites you to approach your miles with gratitude. Inspired by 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Coach Elizabeth shares how giving thanks in all circumstances, including the hard runs, slow miles, and unexpected race outcomes, can transform both your mindset and your training.Once someone who “hated running,” Coach Elizabeth reflects on how God used the gift of running to strengthen her faith, build community, and turn her runs into a time of worship. Whether you're a beginner, a marathoner in training, or a runner seeking more purpose on your runs, this episode will encourage you to see every stride as a blessing.You’ll learn how gratitude shifts your focus from striving for results to experiencing God’s presence through running. If you’re ready to deepen your Christian running mindset and weave more thankfulness into your running, this episode was made for you.Who This Episode Is For:Runners wanting a Christian faith-centered perspective on their runningAthletes who want to bring gratitude into their workoutsAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:The power of gratitude in your runningHow thankfulness can shift your mindsetWhy running can be a time of worshipChallenge for Listeners: This week, go out for a gratitude run. Focus on praising God for the gift of running and the blessings in your life. Share your experience with Coach Elizabeth on social media or through email, and let her know what you were thankful for during your run.Christian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. ⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠ to grab it! Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth uncovers the deeper meaning behind race medals and why they represent far more than a single finish line. She explores the unseen work that shapes every runner’s journey: the early mornings, the hard days, the moments of growth, and faith in God that carries us through each step.Coach Elizabeth shares how runners often focus on race day results while overlooking the countless miles of preparation that truly define their progress. Drawing from scripture and her own experiences as a Christian faith-based run coach, she emphasizes spiritual parallels between God’s quiet work in our lives and the hidden training that leads to the medal.This episode encourages runners to release the pressure of perfection, stop letting one race define their worth, and celebrate the full picture of their journey, because every medal is a testimony of God’s grace, perseverance, and the unseen work that made it possible.Who This Episode Is For:Runners wanting a Christian faith-centered perspective on their runningAthletes who tend to judge themselves by race-day performanceAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:Why the unseen work of training matters more than a single race dayHow to shift your mindset from results-focused to journey-focusedHow your medal reflects so much more than 1 dayChallenge for Listeners: This week, set aside a few minutes to journal about the unseen work, both in your running and in your faith, that the Lord is developing in you. Reflect on a race medal you’ve earned and consider the full journey it represents. Christian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. ⁠Click Here⁠ to grab it! Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth shares six powerful ways to make God your Head Coach and invite Him into your running journey. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or your next marathon, you’ll learn how to align your training, mindset, and goals with God at the center,Coach Elizabeth walks you through Christian faith-based running strategies that help you stay spiritually grounded while improving your performance. She explains how to begin each training cycle with prayer, set God-centered goals, and use scripture to guide your mindset on and off the road. This episode is perfect for Christian runners who want to grow both spiritually and physically, keeping God at the center while avoiding the temptation to make running an idol. Who This Episode Is For:Christian runners who want to strengthen their relationship with GodAthletes looking for faith-based motivation in their trainingAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:How to start your training season with prayer and reflectionWays to set faith-based goals alongside performance goalsThe importance of listening to the Holy Spirit in training decisionsChristian Faith-Centered Training Cycle Planner - This Training Cycle Planner is designed to keep Christ at the center, helping you stay focused on Him as you work towards your goals. Click Here to grab it! Challenge for Listeners: This week, dedicate one run to prayer and reflection. Ask the Lord to guide your training, shape your mindset, and remind you that every step is an opportunity to run for His glory.Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run

In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth explores the seasons of running, from times of growth and motivation to moments of desperation for the Lord. Whether you’re training for a marathon or running for joy, learning to recognize the different seasons of your running journey can strengthen both your faith and your endurance.Coach Elizabeth shares how each running season has shaped her relationship with God. You’ll be encouraged to see your training not just as a path to grow physically, but as an opportunity for spiritual growth in the Lord.This episode invites you to seek God’s purpose in every season of running, to celebrate progress over perfection, and to run your race with God as your head coach. Who This Episode Is For:Runners who love God and want to connect their faith with their runningRunners navigating a tough or uncertain season of trainingAthletes who want a Christian mindset in their trainingAnyone who loves JesusWhat You'll Hear in this Episode:How to recognize the seasons of your runningHow to embrace the different seasons of your running journeyHow faith can transform your running Challenge for Listeners: This week, spend some time in prayer about your current running season. Ask your head running coach, God, what He wants to teach you right now, whether it’s patience, perseverance, joy, or rest, and how you can use this season of running to glorify Him.Connect with Coach Elizabeth:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Endurance4You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Endurance4You Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Coach Elizabeth - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Run Coaching Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm: Music On the Run