RunHard Podcast | Ep. 03 – Finish Lines, 5Ks, and Showing Up When It Counts

In Episode 3 of the RunHard Podcast, Reist recaps his race at the Go! St. Louis Marathon, while Cody shares what it was like supporting runners at the Freedom 424 5K in Lynchburg. From crushing a personal pacing plan to cheering strangers up their final hill, this episode is all about showing up—for the race, for others, and for yourself.

Whether you’re logging your 50th marathon or still debating your first 5K, this one’s for you.

🧵 Topics Include:

• Reist’s mile-by-mile strategy and why the finish line meant more this time

• Cody’s perspective from the sidelines and why support might be braver than speed

• Why the effort matters more than the pace

• The power of encouragement—from your family, your friends, or a stranger yelling at mile 25

• Why 5Ks are often where the real running stories begin