#302: Fall Is Calling—Is This Your Season to Run?
Is this your season?
As summer winds down and fall approaches, there’s no better time to take that first step toward a healthier lifestyle. In this week’s episode, Coach Tadris shares why fall is the perfect season to begin, offers practical coaching tips for both first-time 5K participants and experienced marathon runners, and highlights two inspiring stories from our community that remind us how one opportunity can change a life.
Whether you’re thinking about joining our new Beginners 5K Training Class, training for the Atlantic City Marathon Series, or simply looking for a little motivation to get moving, this episode is for you.
🎧 Press play and let’s make this your season.
About Run To The Best You:
I am Coach Tadris, founder of Run To The Best You. Since 2013, we have helped people of all ages, sizes, and abilities improve their health, build confidence, and discover the best version of themselves through movement, mindset, and community support.
As a nonprofit, our mission is to make walking, running, and wellness accessible to everyone.
Want To Get Involved? Join a walk, run, volunteer, donate, or connect with us through the link below.
Upcoming Events:
Tues: Run/Walk Club @ 5:15pm Stockton University Track
Thu: Run/Walk Club @ 5:15pm 1000 Morton Ave, Absecon, NJ
August 11th, 2026 NEW Beginner 5k Class Begins - Text “BEGIN” to Join 609-418-9488
Atlantic City Marathon Weekend October 17th and 18th , 2026
We’re also excited to be partnering with Pampered Chef for a month-long fundraiser throughout the month of August. Every purchase made through our fundraiser helps support the mission of Run to the Best You. Check out the catalog 👉🏽Here
To wrap up the fundraiser, we’d love for you to join us for our in-person Pampered Chef Gathering on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Galloway Library. It’s a great opportunity to connect with our community, check out some amazing kitchen products, and support our nonprofit at the same time.
RSVP in FB Event 👉🏽 Here
Let’s make this a great fall together.
⭐️ Community Spotlight ⭐️
This week’s Shout-Out of the Week goes to Silvia and Maurice, who were among the very first people to express interest in our upcoming Beginners 5K Training Class after seeing our Facebook announcement. Thank you both for taking that first step. I can’t wait to see where this journey takes you.
- Coach Tadris
Additional Shout-Out:
Atlantic Center Of Independent Living
Boardwalk Bookkeepers LLC
Clarity Contractors (Roofing)
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This Week’s Core Message:
As we wrap up today’s episode, I want to remind you that every finish line begins with a first step.
Whether you’re thinking about your first 5K, your next marathon, or simply becoming healthier, don’t wait for the perfect moment.
Start where you are. Use what you have. Keep moving forward. - Coach Tadris
Question of the Week:
What’s one health or fitness goal you’re committing to this fall?
We’d love to hear your answer.
CTA:
“If today’s conversation made you think of someone who needs to hear it, share this episode with them.
And if you’d like to start writing your own finish-line story, we’d love to help.
Want To Get Involved?
Join a walk, run, volunteer, donate, or connect with us through the link below.
❤️ Become a Supporter
If you believe in what we’re doing and would like to help us continue creating opportunities like the ones we talked about today,
I’d love to invite you to become one of our Monthly Supporters.
Monthly giving helps us plan ahead, sponsor participants, and continue growing programs that make movement accessible for everyone.
And if monthly giving isn’t the right fit for you, that’s okay too.
One-time donations are always appreciated and go directly toward helping us fulfill our mission.
You’ll find the support link in today’s show notes.
Thank you for believing in Run to the Best You.
Every gift directly supports real people taking steps toward a healthier life. Thank You!
