#289 - It Counts Because You Did It

#289 - It Counts Because You Did It

Author: Coach Tadris Parker May 10, 2026 Duration: 28:45

#289 - It Counts Because You Did It


What if I told you your pace is the least important thing about your workout… and focusing on it might actually be holding you back? Then you need to hear this! If you are ready to build that kind of consistency into your life, come join us. Come experience what it feels like to train with purpose, to have support, and to become the version of yourself that does not quit. - Coach Tadris (Shout Outs of the Week: Katie LeNoir, Shana Edelmann, Megan Wolfsy-Flanagan, & Donna Cushlanis


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Keep Calm And Run To The Best You! - Coach Tadris






Hosted by Coach Tadris Parker, Keep Calm And Run To The Best You (The Podcast) is a source of steady encouragement for anyone looking to transform their health and discover the joy of running. For more than ten years, Tadris has specialized in guiding people through weight loss and preparing them for their first charitable 5k, building a foundation that often leads to incredible achievements like completing runDisney events and international marathons. This podcast extends that same personal coaching philosophy into your ears, offering practical advice, mindset shifts, and honest conversations about the journey from the couch to the finish line. You’ll hear stories of perseverance, breakdowns of training principles without the jargon, and straightforward strategies to build consistency. The core idea is simple yet profound: the best way to predict your future is to create it yourself, one step at a time. Each episode is designed to meet you where you are, providing that nudge of motivation to lace up your shoes and keep moving forward, integrating fitness into a sustainable, rewarding part of your life. It’s not about instant transformations, but about the cumulative power of showing up for yourself. Tune in for a blend of heart, experience, and actionable guidance that makes the path to your best self feel not only possible but exciting.
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