Discipline is framed as identity, with health choices reinforcing the work of showing up.
The episode treats discipline as self-respect, not punishment, and ties that idea to a first 5K, the Atlantic City race series, and the triple threat medal.

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The Keep Calm and Run To The Best You Podcast is now: “The Coach Tadris Podcast” My mission is to provide everyone with consistent motivation to reach their health goals. I’ve been helping people for over a decade with weight loss and preparing them to run their first 5k race for charity. Along the way, I’ve been blessed to help many cross the finish lines at runDisney events and marathons around the world. The best way to predict the future is to create it. To Create A Healthy Future, Connect w/ Coach Tadris @ www.runtothebestyou.com
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Coach Tedrice Parker turns running setbacks, habit-building and community progress into practical encouragement for recreational athletes.
Coach Tedrice Parker treats running as a practice built around ordinary setbacks, small decisions and public accountability. Episodes move between run-walk training, weight management and intermittent fasting, with Parker using his own interrupted return to running to keep the…
A trail-side pep talk from Coach Tedrice Parker for when your running plan meets real life.
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Discipline is framed as identity, with health choices reinforcing the work of showing up.
The episode treats discipline as self-respect, not punishment, and ties that idea to a first 5K, the Atlantic City race series, and the triple threat medal.
A blunt, personal nudge to keep moving when the plan gets tested.
The episode keeps its focus on staying committed when plans run into obstacles. It ties that idea to a real 2023 Dopey Challenge commitment, a $2,400 charity raise, and a sudden $3,000 car repair, then circles back to the same point: dedication matters most when setbacks pile up.
Slow running becomes a lesson in patience, purpose, and showing up.
This episode treats slow running as a confidence issue, not a failure. Coach Dries speaks to beginners, comeback runners, and anyone who keeps comparing their pace with faster people at a run club, a race, or around the neighborhood.
Missed workouts are treated as part of success, not proof of failure.
The episode treats missed workouts as part of the process, not as proof of failure, and keeps its eye on planning for the realities that can interrupt a routine.
A comeback chat that turns a setback into a steady, usable push.
Coach Tedris' return is about getting moving again after a setback. The long stretch since mid-February and the account of what followed the December accident keep the focus on recovery, not inspiration-by-slogan.
A grounded tribute to run walk run and the people it gets to the finish line.
Idris Parker treats Jeff Galloway's work as something usable, not ceremonial. The run walk run method gets most of the attention, alongside the basic idea that ordinary people can do hard things if they train patiently and trust the process.
A steady maintenance pep talk for anyone trying to keep progress from slipping.
Episode 272 reads as a grounded reminder that losing weight is only part of the work. Tedrice Parker connects Crystal Thompson and his own health-coaching path to the small, familiar pressures that can undo good habits: office snacks, family pizza night, and the urge to treat…
A return episode that brings recovery, weight loss, and running together in a steady, grounded way.
Tedrice Parker treats the episode as a straightforward return after time away, tying together a December 2024 car accident, later hernia surgery, and a gradual move back into jogging.


Yoga, grief, breath, and brave self-compassion.



Western bowhunting lessons from the field.

Coach Tedrice Parker opens by thanking listeners and checking in after a rough stretch.
This episode discusses how beginners often quit running due to inefficient breathing and introduces breathing techniques to make running easier.
The host introduces the topic of five life-changing journaling habits for runners, shares background about the podcast and his coaching program, and mentions success stories and upcoming events.
This episode segment introduces a discussion on training as a couple, staying busy, and lifestyle, while also promoting upcoming races and offering running, fasting, and weight loss tips.
The host discusses overcoming feelings of failure by emphasizing the importance of finding a starting line in running or life, sharing personal anecdotes about maintaining running habits despite adult responsibilities.
This episode segment introduces the topic of social and lifestyle benefits of running, with the host sharing personal experiences and promoting upcoming running events in Atlantic City.
This episode segment discusses how sustainable health comes from changing one's identity and lifestyle rather than obsessing over weight loss as the primary goal.
Coach Tedrice Parker opens with thanks and local race news.
Tedrice Parker starts with a walk and a clip that really lit a fire under him.
Coach Tedries opens episode 268 by setting out three themes: responding to pain, intermittent fasting, and mindful eating.
Episode 272 is Tedrice Parker talking about bouncing back and keeping the weight off once the weight is gone.
Running coach Dries addresses the common fear of missed workouts, arguing they are part of success, not failure.
The host delivers a motivational episode centered on the quote 'discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment,' applying it to fitness, weight loss, and running.
Host Tedrice Parker argues that consistency in running and health is a deliberate decision, not a fleeting feeling of motivation.
Coach Dries Parker opens by thanking listeners and treating running as both exercise and metaphor.
Running and mindset coach Tedrice shares the 'snap out of it' tip—using a short speed burst to break through mental and physical funks during a run.
Running coach Tedrice explains why community is essential for achieving running goals, arguing that accountability partners and group energy prevent failure where solo training plans often fall short.
Running coach Dries argues that running slowly is not a failure but a strategic and healthy approach to the sport.
Tedrice Parker is back on the microphone.
The host explores the core elements of achievement—inspiration, perspiration, and dedication—by sharing motivational stories from runners in his community, including those inspired by family health battles and famous athletes.
Running coach Coach DeDrees shares his personal comeback story of completing the Disney 2026 marathon after hernia surgery and a car accident, while highlighting two clients—ages 49 and 55—who finished their first marathons.
Host and running coach Idris Parker explores the philosophical difference between discipline and punishment, framing discipline as proactive self-respect and identity-building.
Host Coach Tedris returns after a hiatus due to a personal accident, sharing his journey of recovery and maintaining a positive mindset.
Host Coach Tedrice discusses the effectiveness of the run-walk-run method for marathon training, inspired by a Jeff Galloway post about athletes achieving sub-3-hour marathon times using strategic walk breaks.
Idris Parker dedicates the episode to Jeff Galloway and the run-walk-run method.
The host opens with news, notes, and a main theme about learning to run or dance between tornadoes.
Coach Idris discusses the power of showing up for yourself, using a recent race experience to inspire listeners to trust the process and achieve their running and fitness goals.
Coach Tedrice discusses how to find your perfect running pace without using a watch or tech devices.
Coach Tedrice discusses anticipation vs.
Coach Tedrice Parker discusses why people run, shares listener feedback, and offers tips on knowing your why for fitness goals.
Coach Tadrese Parker shares tips on running, intermittent fasting, and weight loss for beginners and experienced runners.
Coach Tadrese celebrates episode 250 and introduces the audio version of his Keeping It Real Nutrition Guide for 2025.
Host Tedrice Parker discusses how to stop making excuses, sharing personal anecdotes and motivational quotes to inspire listeners to pursue their health and running goals.
Host Drees Parker discusses losing weight with intermittent fasting, shares a fitness tip, and features listener stories and feedback.
Host Idris Parker discusses tips for surviving the last mile of a 5K and promotes his run-walk-run method for beginners.
Host Idris Parker introduces the podcast focused on running, movement, and mindfulness, and teases a discussion about running with a mug to improve performance.