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DFW Running Talk I started DFW Running Talk because I believed our running community had stories worth telling. Turns out I was right.

Every week we're sitting down with runners from across the Metroplex — hearing about their journeys, their races, their grind. DFW Running Talk is the premier podcast for runners in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Host Chris Detzel delivers weekly episodes featuring in-depth conversations with North Texas running experts, coaches, athletes, and community members. From beginner tips to advanced marathon training, local race coverage to nutrition advice – we're your essential resource for everything running-related in DFW. Our episodes highlight the unique running culture across Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Arlington, and surrounding communities. Whether you're searching for local running routes, training groups, upcoming races, or inspiration from fellow DFW runners, our podcast connects you with the vibrant North Texas running community. Subscribe to stay updated on events like the Dallas Marathon, Cowtown Marathon, and local trail races. Join thousands of Dallas-Fort Worth runners who turn to DFW Running Talk for authentic conversations about the sport we love in the place we call home.

You don’t need the perfect training plan. You need a plan you’re willing to follow when you’re tired, busy, unmotivated,...
10/04/2026

You don’t need the perfect training plan.

You need a plan you’re willing to follow when you’re tired, busy, unmotivated, and nobody is watching.

The easy runs matter.
The long runs matter.
The workouts you don’t feel like starting matter most.

You won’t become a stronger runner because you downloaded a plan.

You become a stronger runner because you showed up and did the work. Again. And again. And again.

Consistency beats motivation.

Pick the goal.
Build the plan.
Put the days on the calendar.
Then stop negotiating with yourself.

Some days will feel great. Some won’t.

Do the work anyway.

Free 5K, Half Marathon & Marathon training plans:

https://dfwrunningtalk.com/training-plans

Over 1,000 runners have already downloaded one.

Now the question is simple:

Are you going to download the plan—or actually follow it?

10/04/2026

Tyree always dreamed of running from Dallas to Fort Worth. A few months ago, someone else had the same idea, and Tyree knew it was time to make it happen. They mapped out the route and completed the challenging run, with support along the way.

09/27/2026

There's a point on every climb where you question if you can continue. Overcoming that internal debate is a bigger victory than the miles or elevation gained. Cheryl shares how mental negotiation and concentration on the next step, like on challenging ridges, made her latest ascent feel like the next level up.

Who’s running the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon or Half Marathon? 🏃🎤 I’m looking for 10 runners for a fun DFW Running...
09/25/2026

Who’s running the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon or Half Marathon? 🏃🎤

I’m looking for 10 runners for a fun DFW Running Talk series: 10 interviews in 10 days!

Each conversation is 15 minutes or less. We’ll talk about your running journey, why Indy, and your race-day goal—with a little fun along the way.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, tackling your first race, or just excited to cross that finish line, I’d love to hear your story. Every pace is welcome.

Interested? Email [email protected] with your distance and goal.

Know someone heading to Indy? Tag them below or send this their way!

—Chris, DFW Running Talk

Big Texas miles. A little extra savings. 🤠DFW Running Talk has partnered with Run Project to get you **$7.50 off any di...
09/23/2026



Big Texas miles. A little extra savings. 🤠

DFW Running Talk has partnered with Run Project to get you **$7.50 off any distance** at the **Big Texas Run!**

📅 October 17, 2026 • Arlington
🏃 5K | 10K | 15K | 15K Relay
🎟️ Use **BIGTEX7** at Race Roster checkout.

Who’s running—and which distance? 👇

Valid through race day. Cannot be combined with another offer.

Registration link in the comments!

09/22/2026

Jacquie Mannhard shares her hope for a changing culture in athletics, as athletes who faced challenges now become parents, coaches, and decision-makers. She critiques the NCAA's focus on college careers over an athlete's full potential.

🏔️ From Leadville 100 champion to an even faster return.In 2023, Jacquie Mannhard won the women’s Leadville Trail 100, f...
09/21/2026

🏔️ From Leadville 100 champion to an even faster return.

In 2023, Jacquie Mannhard won the women’s Leadville Trail 100, finishing nearly two hours ahead of second place.

Three years later, she returned in 2026 and finished second—but ran nearly an hour faster than she did during her victory.

Her journey wasn’t a straight line. Jacquie opens up about collegiate burnout, injuries, underfueling, motherhood, rebuilding her love for running, and learning to compete with joy again.

We also talk about the people behind her comeback: the friend who helped her start running again, the coach who helped her believe, and the crew that kept her fighting when the race became difficult.

This episode is about more than winning. It’s about stepping away, finding your way back, and discovering that your best running may still be ahead of you.

🎧 Watch or listen to Jacquie’s story on DFW Running Talk.

🔗 Link in bio
🌐 www.dfwrunningtalk.com

09/20/2026

Jacquie Mannhard reflects on the moment she realized she was winning the Leadville 100 in 2023, 2nd in 2026, fueled by the thought of telling her kids she'd won. This dream-like victory, achieved with joy and courage, was an unbelievable and exciting moment.

Two races. Let’s go, DFW! 🏃‍♀️DFW, I’m excited about this one! 🙌DFW Running Talk has partnered with Run Project to bring...
09/19/2026

Two races. Let’s go, DFW! 🏃‍♀️

DFW, I’m excited about this one! 🙌

DFW Running Talk has partnered with Run Project to bring our community $7.50 off ANY distance at two fall races!

🇨🇱 BIG TEXAS RUN
📅 October 17, 2026 | Arlington
🏃 5K, 10K, 15K or 15K relay
💰 Save $7.50 with code BIGTEX7
Register for Big Texas Run

🎃 PUMPKIN SPICE
📅 November 21, 2026 | Fort Worth
🏃 Half marathon, 10K, 5K or 1 mile
💰 Save $7.50 with code PS7
Register for Pumpkin Spice

Connecting local runners and bringing you opportunities like these is a big part of why I love building DFW Running Talk. Thank you to Run Project for partnering with us!

Enter your code at Race Roster checkout. Each code is valid through its race day and cannot be combined with another offer.

Which one are you putting on your calendar—and who are you bringing? 👇

09/16/2026

Join Chris on an incredible journey through Iceland! Discover hidden mountain climbs, unique lava pits with hot water, and a truly unforgettable communal bathing experience. This is what adventure is all about.

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