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Sports Backers

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 podcast.

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  • 24 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 26 min
  • English
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  • May 21 · 28 min

    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 miss, and how you can still sign up. Bring back fun work events and lace up for the Markel Corporate Run!

  • May 14 · 29 min

    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 (best known as @miss_elaine_neous) to hear about her first experience on Sports Backers Marathon Training Team and why she's coming back for year two! Get those registrations in!

  • May 7 · 20 min

    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 our Adventure Zones, and more -- there's something for everyone!

  • April 30 · 23 min

    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 exciting additions such as skateboarding. We spoke with Jake McKnight of Skim Milk and Hayleigh Omonhundro of RVA Skate School to get all the details on what they’ll be doing at the festival—and how you can watch and even try these sports yourself.

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