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Sam Sutton

@samrunstx

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Just a Texas runner trying to tell my story and inspire others to chase their dreams.
Host of @throughtheirstride
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Welcome to my account. It’s great to meet you. I hope my story can inspire you to chase your dreams and do hard things..

#bio #running #dohardthings #marathontraining #chaseyourdreams by @samrunstx

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3 months ago

Today was the day sub-20 fell. And this race meant so much more than just getting a personal best. Since mom's passing on January 30, I have felt a deep responsibility to carry on her legacy as an athlete and a "doer of all the things." At times, it has felt less like a gift and more of a responsibility.

Earlier this week after failing to get the time last weekend, I felt like I let Mom down. It may be an irrational thought, but I really respect what she built as an athlete and what she instilled in me as a mom, and I didn't want to let that go to waste. But on Wednesday, I had a meaningful conversation on my podcast, @throughtheirstride with @carlierunsamarathon, who reminded me that we do this in honor of what we've been given.

There may come a day where we can't do this anymore. That day came for Mom in October of 2025. It hurt for a while for her, but she finally made peace with how much she accomplished. I remembered that my duty is just to keep chasing and finding the joy in the privilege of being able to do so. And once I shifted that mindset, sub-20 fell.

I love you, Mom. And I feel you and hear you in so many ways every single day. Here's to you always.

Also, big thanks to my coach, @laurenmcgettrick, for caring, believing in me, and pushing me through this barrier. So grateful to have you as a coach.

#formom #running #5krun #inspiration #runningcommunity by @samrunstx

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May 8, 1965 - January 30, 2026. This world got the greatest human being and we got the greatest mom for all those 60+ years.

Mom, you were a rockstar. You're the reason I am who I am. You touched so many people and are loved by everyone.

You're drinking a glass of the best wine with Jesus right now. I love you so much. I know you'll always be with me.

No funeral arrangements have been made yet. When a date is set, I will update. by @samrunstx

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Sam and I met the first week of October in 2019. On Halloween, we hiked to the top of Enchanted Rock. He handed me a note and a backpack full of candy and asked me to be his girlfriend. We’ve been inseparable ever since. On October 9th of 2021, he met me under an arch by one of the big oak trees at Ambleside. We both said “I do” under the golden light of the fall sunset surrounded by our friends and family. That “I do” has already carried us into so many beautiful adventures. There have been hard moments, but there is always light in the darkness. Thank you for being my light on the toughest days and for always keeping us running towards our next goals! I love you @samrunstx 💕 taken in Whitefish, Montana by @samrunstx

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#montana taken in Bowman Lake Glacier National Park by @samrunstx

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The tummy just isn’t ready at 5 a.m. 🤢😩

#runnerproblems #runninghumor #running #relatable by @samrunstx

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15 days ago

It was never meant to be that serious.

Enjoy the training because you get to do it. Not because you have to. Make it fun. Laugh at yourself. Find joy in the suffering.

#running #runningmotivation #marathontraining #runningcommunity by @samrunstx

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Want something? Work for it.

#running #runningcommunity #runningmotivation #runnersofinstagram by @samrunstx

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This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Houston runner, coffee-roaster owner, and music lover Alan Ortega (@ortegaontherun). Alan started running in 2017 with his now wife and has steadily built himself into a near-sub-1:40 half marathoner. Now, he’s taking on his first marathon at the @chimarathon — running for @bandwith_chicago to help create more opportunities for kids to experience music.

We talk about his running journey, the ups and downs of first-marathon training, life behind @fermatacoffeeroasters, and why sharing his story can help others believe in what’s possible. Listen now at the link in bio or wherever you get your podcasts.

#RunningPodcast #ChicagoMarathon #MarathonTraining #FirstMarathon #HoustonRunning by @samrunstx

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Another solid week of @fortworthmarathon training in the books. Some days were great, some days were uneventful, and some were downright awful. But that’s training for ya!

Eight weeks until we throw down in DFW. Fitness has built up better than I could have predicted. My A-goal is still sub 3:30. I don’t know if I’m there or not, but each week I feel more and more confident.

Big shoutout to @gabbyhentemann and @letstango.run for the exceptional coaching. Seriously, if you need marathon coaching, I urge you to check them out. You won’t be sorry.

Full video on the week coming out on YouTube tomorrow. Stay tuned!

#running #marathontraining #fortworthmarathon #runningcommunity by @samrunstx

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Ultramarathoner, member of the U.S. Army, and co-host of the @runnerslikeuspodcast, @goforyour30 has found that lifting up others in the running community is where he gets the most joy from this sport.

Sure, tough training blocks, intense races and hard workouts are where he learns most about himself, but nothing satisfies his soul more than giving a “don’t give up” to the runner on the trail next to him. In this episode, Jason encourages all runners to do the same, even when it gets hard, because that word of encouragement might just change their life.

Check out Jason’s episode at the link in bio or wherever you get your podcasts.

#runningpodcast #trailrunningcommunity #running #runningmotivation by @samrunstx

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