Megan Eckert - "You learn that perseverance, you learn that grit, you learn not to give up when things get tough" episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 43 MIN

Megan Eckert - "You learn that perseverance, you learn that grit, you learn not to give up when things get tough"

from Run Your Story Podcast · host Allison Gaillard

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!In this episode, Allison interviews Megan, an accomplished runner, ultra-marathoner, trail enthusiast, and high school coach.Megan shares her journey from being too scared to run her first 5K to becoming a passionate runner deeply embedded in the running community.She discusses how she got hooked on running during a half-marathon and explains her transition into ultra distances and trail running.Megan highlights the importance of community, the lessons learned from running, and her approach to coaching high school athletes.She also talks about her favorite races, quirky recovery routines, and the essential gear she uses.Megan offers valuable advice for new runners and emphasizes the significance of perseverance, patience, and chasing passions.Megan Eckert - https://www.facebook.com/meg.reed.587Races MentionedSan Antonio Half MarathonMogi on MonsterHigh LonesomeFranklin Mountain Half MarathonCoca Dona 250Shout OutsDavid RocheSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development, app development, or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support us on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseKeith & Cristy EvansSharonda ShulaMeredith NationsAllyson LameyChris StrayhornKaren SaldivarStefan ClaytonRachael McRaeScott ThornhillSkye GuyAndrew WilliamsKellie LandrumDownload our new app on Apple or Android!!!

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Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text! In this episode, Allison interviews Megan, an accomplished runner, ultra-marathoner, trail enthusiast, and high school coach. Megan shares her journey from being too scared to run her first 5K to becoming a passionate runner deeply embedded in the running community. She discusses how she got hooked on running during a half-marathon and explains her transition into ultra distances and trail running. Megan highlights the importance of communit...

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