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On the Move
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…
Episodes
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Episode 147 - Meet Haymount Run Club: 53 Members Ready to Race Richmond
This week on On the Move, we sit down with April and Bre, founders of Haymount Run Club in Fayetteville, NC. They’re bringing 53 runners to Richmond Marathon…
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Episode 146 - Meet Our Fall Marketing Interns, Nate and Michelle
Meet Nate and Michelle, the newest faces on the Sports Backers Marketing Team! Our two fall interns join the pod to talk about their first month and what…
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Episode 145 - The Kyle Pease Foundation is Racing Richmond
What does it take to make a race truly open to everyone? In this episode, we sit down with Zach Watson, Director of Operations at the Kyle Pease Foundation…
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Episode 142 - Everything You Need to Know About Our Fitness Warriors Program
Who are the Fitness Warriors? We sat down with the person who knows best: Tiffany, Director of our Fitness Warriors Program! Applications are now open for our…
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Episode 141 - Meghan Keogh is Celebrating 20 Years at Sports Backers!
Tomorrow, we get the honor of celebrating 20 years of having Meghan Keogh on our Sports Backers staff! Today, she sits down and talks about her journey with…
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Episode 140 - Chris Visions' Design Work for Run Richmond 16.19 and 8K
This week, Kam hosts Chris Visions, a professional artist and local art teacher who designed the 2026 medals for the Run Richmond 16.19 and 8K events. Listen…
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Episode 139 - Wade Always Goes The Extra Mile
Wade Morasco is well known in the RVA running community not only as the MTT Coach that helps teammates connect on a personal level, but also as the guy who…
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Episode 138 - Nikkia Runs All Around Richmond!
If you're a runner in Richmond, you probably already know Nikkia Young! Nikkia is the President of the Richmond Road Runners Club, a Sports Backers HMTT Coach…
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Episode 137 - National Nonprofit Day Spotlight
Kam’s coming to you with On the Move’s most exciting news yet! Hear all about it before we dive into the missions of some of RVA's most inspiring nonprofits in…
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Episode 136 - Shanyla Keeps Kids On The Move
Shanyla Garris, a volunteer Kids On The Move coach (and Kam's friend), joins us to talk about her experience leading a kids fitness club. Applications are now…
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Episode 135 - Fall Line in Bryan Park
Nan & Kam take a walking tour of the completed portions of the Fall Line trail in Bryan Park with Natalie Rainer, Engagement Manager for Bike Walk RVA. Natalie…
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Episode 134 - Christmas in July is Here!
Get into the holiday spirit with Nan & Kam as they make cookies to celebrate Christmas in July! The CarMax Tacky Light Run registration opens with special…
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Episode 133 - Ashland Half & 5k is Coming Down the Tracks
Nan & Kam chat about the upcoming Ashland Half Marathon & 5k. The event is celebrating its 20th anniversary on August 29. Hear from Sports Backers staff that…
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Episode 132 - All About Emily, New Sports Backers Crew Member
Meet Emily Schreer, our Policy and Planning Manager for Bike Walk RVA. Emily will be working to advance local and regional plans and policies that support…
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Episode 131 - Timmy Talks Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team
With the Allianz Richmond Marathon reaching capacity, focus has shifted to the CarMax Richmond Half Marathon. The Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team is…
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Episode 130 - We're a Little Excited About The Allianz Richmond Marathon
This week, the Allianz Richmond Marathon sold out for the third consecutive year and faster than ever before. We asked the Sports Backers staff what makes race…
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Episode 129 - Meet Madelyn, Our Sports Backers Intern!
For the past few months the Sports Backers marketing pod has had the pleasure of working with Madelyn, our marketing intern! Madelyn has been helping with…
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Episode 128 - Wins with Will
Kamryn sits down with Will Dixon, on his one year anniversary as Executive Director of Sports Backers. They talk through all the wins of the last year, and…
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Episode 127 - Meet Jacquelyn, Sports Backers newest pal!
We have a new team member here at Sports Backers! Welcome Jacquelyn Wright, our Sponsorship Coordinator. She just completed her first two events and is looking…
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Episode 126 - Be a Part of Richmond's Biggest Networking Event
The Markel Corporate Run takes place on June 4. Kristen Eichert, Sports Backers' Corporate Sales Manager, joins the pod to talk about why the event is a can't…
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Episode 125 - Elaine's Ready for Sports Backers Marathon Training Team
You might've seen the news that the Allianz Richmond Marathon is 70% full. Now that marathon training is becoming top of mind, we sat down with Elaine Digges…
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Episode 124 - Are You Ready for Dominion Energy Riverrock?
Nan & Kam catch you up to speed on all the new things happening at Dominion Energy Riverrock this year. From new events, to a new layout, new sports to try in…
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Episode 123 - Skim Milk & RVA Skate School Take Dominion Energy Riverrock
Dominion Energy Riverrock returns to Richmond’s riverfront May 15–17. This year’s festival features fan favorites like skimboarding and bouldering, along with…
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Episode 122 - You're Booked This May...It's Bike Month!
May marks Bike Month and RVA goes absolutely crazy for it. The fun kicks off this weekend and Natalie Rainer, Engagement Manager for Bike Walk RVA at Sports…
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Episode 121 - Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k Race Week
Meghan Keogh joins us to tell us everything we need to know about the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger. Race day is on April 18 and it's not too…
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Episode 120 - Grannies Be Jammin'
Over 10 years ago, a group of friends decided to dance the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger together. Since then they've created a legacy crew…
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Episode 119 - Jonathan Juggles...and 10ks!
Richmond legend, Jonathan Austin (Jonathan The Juggler), has been making Richmond races more fun and whimsical for over 20 years by combining his two passions…
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Episode 118 - 10k-misu is coming to Bryan Park!
Alex Na started a movement all about community and kindness when we shared his birthday tiramisu with strangers in a park. The same sentiments align perfectly…
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Episode 117 - Nan & Kam On O Lala (In RVA)
We have a role reversal this week! Nan & Kam were guests on O Lala (In RVA) pod with Olivia, Liz and Matt. Check out the conversation and hear all about the…
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Episode 116 - Atlantic Union Bank is Ready to Run on April 18!
Atlantic Union Bank is the title sponsor of the Atlantic Union Bank 10k Mini. They not only show love to the kids run though, they have team members throwing…
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Episode 115 - Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k Preview
This Saturday is the third annual Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k. Race Director, Molly Johnson breaks it all down for us so your race…
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Episode 114 - 10k Latte Week
Nan & Kam are on the loose this week trying all the different lattes of 10k Latte Week to celebrate the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger! The…
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Episode 113 - 100 Runs of a Lifetime with Bart Yasso
For years Bart Yasso has been a name in the running industry, most notably he was the Chief Running Officer at Runner's World Magazine. Now Bart is sharing his…
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Episode 112 - 2026 10k Reveal Day!
This week Sports Backers unveiled the participant shirt, and the finisher medal for the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger. Hear about all the…
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Episode 111 - Let's Defrost
Coming off a week of ice and cold temps, we're ready to warm you up with spring events! Get a sneak peek at 10k Reveal Day, The People's Finisher giveaway, the…
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Episode 110 - Welcoming Ryan to Sports Backers!
We have a new Development Manager, Ryan McCracken! Ryan started in January, but we've seen him before. He won the inaugural Virginia Credit Union River City…
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Episode 109 - Come Crush 10kTT with the Church Hill Crushers
The YMCA 10k Training Team for the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k kicks off on February 7. Nan & Kam chat with Louise Lockett-Gordon about her 10 years coaching…
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Episode 108 - Rally for River City
The Virginia Credit Union River City Half and River City 5k is celebrating a fun announcement this week! We're adding a spirit contest called Rally for River…
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Episode 107 - Come Workout at The Sports Backers Fitness Studio
Sports Backers is now offering fitness classes at the Sports Backers Fitness Studio! We have a crew of Fitness Warriors offering a variety of classes for $10 a…
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Episode 106 - Holiday Hype with Nan & Kam
This week we talk about the CarMax Tacky Light Run, Sports Backers holiday happenings, our holiday traditions, and what you can expect from our events in 2026!…
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Episode 105 - Revolutionizing the Running Landscape with the Game Changers Program
Enjoy a recording of a live panel from the Allianz Richmond Marathon Health & Fitness Expo with Game Changers founder Vanessa Peralta-Mitchell and a selection…
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Episode 104 - What The Tough Miles Teach You with Sophia King
Join us for a special pod that was recorded live at the Health & Fitness Expo for the Allianz Richmond Marathon. Lindsey Hein of I'll Have Another, and Trevor…
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Episode 103 - Winter Training Team Awaits You
Nan & Kam chat with one of the head coaches of the Winter Training Team, Jon Pigg. Jon's a long time Sports Backers volunteer coach and shares all the secrets…
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Episode 102- Ned's Workshop
'Tis the season to get tacky! Nan & Kam ventured to the Walton Park neighborhood, home of the CarMax Tacky Light Run! See what one resident, Ned Dunford, is…
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Episode 101 - DRC is Ready To Bring It!
District Running Collective is bringing a group from DC to run Richmond, and to be part of the infamous Allianz Richmond Marathon Community Spirit Group stop…
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Episode 100 - It's Almost Time for 26.2
This is maybe the biggest podcast in On The Move history because it's our 100th episode! Nan & Kam sit down with Meghan Keogh, Race Director of the Allianz…
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Episode 99 - Community Spirit Contest Secrets
The Allianz Richmond Marathon is known for being 'America's Friendliest' and a huge part of that is our Community Spirit Groups. Lance Brown, from November…
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Episode 98 - Team H20 is Ready To Go!
With the Allianz Richmond Marathon coming up in a few weeks we sat down with the lead volunteers behind the water stops. Jay, JM, and Marci manage all the…
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Episode 97 - What It's Like To Work At Sports Backers
Last podcast we mentioned that we're currently hiring for two open positions here at Sports Backers. This week Nan & Kam ask the staff their favorite things…
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Episode 96 - Nan and Kam Catch You Up On Sports Backers World
This week Nan & Kam roll guestless and catch you up on everything happening at Sports Backers in the coming weeks. From corporate events to new job openings…
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Episode 95 - Tae Waddey Stays Walking with Homegirl Hike
What started out as a simple vlog ended up starting a walking movement in Richmond and beyond for Tae Waddey. As the founder of Homegirl Hike, Tae has created…
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Episode 94 - Running Through The Hard Times with Jeff Ocampo
Nan & Kam sit down with Jeff Ocampo, a local photographer/videographer and running enthusiast. Jeff talks about overcoming difficult life struggles through the…
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Episode 93 - From ALL Stars to Fitness Warriors, Charlotte Baker Does It All
Charlotte Baker is a senior at Appomattox Governor's School. She's also involved in Sports Backers' ALL Stars program, she's a Fitness Warrior, and she's on…
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Episode 92 - Bethany Britz is Helping Kids Move
Bethany Britz has been a Kids On The Move fitness coach with her Kids on the Move 804 club. Her passion for helping led her to fundraising for a charity entry…
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Episode 91 - Marathon Madness with Meghan Keogh
As you may have seen, the Allianz Richmond Marathon is officially sold out! With the Wait List and the CarMax Richmond Half Marathon quickly filling, Nan & Kam…
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Episode 90 - Suzanne McWilliams Gets Ready For Team USA
Nan & Kam sit down with local athlete Suzanne McWilliams. Suzanne, 76, is getting ready to embark on the journey of a lifetime representing Team USA in the…
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Episode 89 - Nancy Thomas' Camino de Santiago Adventure
Nancy Thomas, President and CEO of InUnison, recently completed the hike of a lifetime. She did over 500-miles along the Camino de Santiago trail in France and…
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Episode 87 - Capital Run Club with Jack Oppenheim
Capital Run Club has been taking to the streets of Richmond for the last year and encouraging people to get more active. Jack Oppenheim, the group's founder…
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Episode 86 - HMTT Inside Scoop with Rainey Niklawski
Rainey is a multi-year coach with the Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team. She started her own running journey as a participant and has stuck around in…
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Episode 85 - Designs by Dion
Dion Ellis, Graphic Designer at Sports Backers, shares his design process for everything from merchandise to finisher swag. This week is Reveal Week for the…