Episode 49: Special Guest Richard Dodd The Daily Grind

One word. Endure on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Richard Dodd! Dodd is a Milwaukee running legend -- competing as an elite runner, currently a Head Boys Cross Country Coach & Assistant Track Coach for over 25 years and Race Director (founding and supporting multiple local races). He lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, Dodd shares his running story from the beginning at a young age through setting high school records, qualifying for the Boston Marathon at age 18, his lifetime involvement with the Badgerland Striders, co-founding the Firecracker Four with his twin brother, and setting the Wisconsin state record in the 50K with his twin brother as well! Dodd has earned the Wisconsin state coach of the year and recently co-founded Ethan’s Run Against Addiction, which is happening this year on August 22nd, 2020. Dodd shares after 12.5 years of sobriety, how he has overcome alcoholism. He also shares advice for our listeners in staying mentally strong during training and races and coming back after life setbacks or personal injuries. Dodd recommends reading The Unforgiving Line by Paul Maurer (Daily Grind Season 1, Episode 27).



Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Richard Dodd

Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian



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