Run to Write

In today's episode, sing with Julie and her children to the lyrics they've created for: Move. Write. Connect. (to the tune of Eye of the Tiger)

Thank you for being here with me.

Let’s giggle, move, and write.

Julie

Ways to Connect:

Join us on Mondays at 11 a.m. (EST) via Zoom to write together.

Join us on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. at Freedom of Espresso in Liverpool, NY.

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Poem of the day:

Dirt Trail

Each Monday on Run to Write, I share an excerpt from my upcoming memoir: MILES of MEANING: from Doubter to JFK 50 Mile Finisher. Publication date is 10/14/25

Thank you for being here with me,

Julie

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Today's poem out loud: (Warning: contains singing)

Worship on the Trail

Writing Topic: Write about something that helps you push through difficult moments - a song, a phrase, a memory, a ritual. Describe a specific time when you needed it most.

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Summer Updates:

Move. Write Connect. meets July 23 at 9 a.m. For details and to sign up, click here.

Monday Zoom write-togethers will continue throughout July: I won't be able to lead the group...

Right Now I See : Today's poem out loud.

What's one tiny detail from your day today that you almost missed?

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Move. Write Connect. meets July 16 & July 23. For details and to sign up, click here.

Monday Zoom write-togethers will continue throughout July: I won't be able to lead the group on 8/4 and 8/11. I'll try to find someone to host these sessions. If not, I’ll see you back on August 18.

Summer break: I will be unplugging to spend time with family st...

Thank you, Jeff for your gentle rebellion.

The Husband Who Didn’t Listen It wasn’t a lack of hearing aids— they were in. He had other plans. “I don’t know if you should come,” I said over the phone. He came anyway with our children, brought my mom. Their voices carried me up the stone steps. I figured that was goodbye to my cheer squad. Yet my husband had other plans. As I approached the finish, there they were— shouting my name, an unexpected gift. I love that he didn’t listen as I hugged him at the finis...

Thanks for following my Caygua Trails 50 series these past weeks. Monday brings Part 6: The Finish!

Now to the poem of the day:

Chunk by Chunk

What are your mantras of endurance? I would love to know. Head over to Run to Write on Substack and join the conversation.

Dear Local Run to Write Friends,

Join Move.Write.Connect starting July 2nd at Freedom of Espresso in Liverpool, NY. Weekly movement + writing sessions in a supportive community. No experience needed, just bring curiosity! 10 spots only. Who's in?

Learn...

Listen in for the poem of the day: What Stays, What Goes— A poem inspired by todays story on Run to Write on Substack.

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Listen in for the poem of the day: From Roads to Trails.

Join us in person this summer for Move. Write. Connect. all the deatils are HERE.

Join the conversation and read part 2 of the Cayuga Trail 50 at Run to Write

The Cayuga Trails 50 mile race was on Saturday. I carried the same beads in my running vest that I carried at the JFK 50 Mile—each bead representing someone touched by cancer and the inspiration for today's poem.

The Sound of Remembrance.

Thank you for listening in and being here.

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Today's episode—

The Highland Forest 1-2-3 trail run, Manufacturing sunshine™, and let's move and write together!

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Moving Meditation ...poem out loud.

Thank you for being here,

I'll see you back here next Thursday.

Here’s a writing prompt to give a go:

Tell me what did you know that you didn’t want to know?

We will resume our Monday write-togethers on June 2 at 11 am EST. I look forward to seeing you then in our Zoom room.

Take good care,

Julie

Welcome!

Today's poem out loud: Don't Let Me Forget

And ways to move. write. connect.

Thank you for being here,

Julie

Using the prompt, from Natalie Goldberg, Tell me about your Mother's Hands...I share what came up for me on today's Run to Write Podcast.

—Thank you, for being here.

Happy Mother’s Day.

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This poem was created during a two-hour run on Saturday after the 10k race. It was hard. Aunt Phoebe (my inner judge) was whining about the rain and my stomach discomfort. I was happy to have a mantra to silence her. YAY!

I’m curious what mantra, do you have on repeat? Feel free to share with us in the comments below.

Thank you for being here,

Julie

Waves (listen to today's poem out loud)

Saturday's training run at Green Lakes State Park delivered more than just miles. As Felicia and I weaved through the trails during my 20-mile preparation for my upcoming 50-miler, nature offered us an unforgettable gift.

I can't wait to tell you about it in this episode.

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Target publication date for my upcoming book!

What voice are you choosing to listen to?

And a poem: The Scale.

Thank you for being here and allowing me the space in your inbox. Wishing you a beautiful Easter,

Julie

At yesterday’s in-person Run to Write club, we used this writing prompt: What is the first thing you bought with your own money?

Today’s story is inspired by this question.

Tell me, what is the first thing you bought with your own money?

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In yesterday’s Move. Write. Connect, we used the prompt I Am From…

We read the poem by George Ella Lyon: WHERE I’M FROM (in honor of National Poetry Month).

I Am From… listen to the poem out loud.

Your turn, where are you from? Feel free to comment and share with us at Run to Write, our free publication on Substack.

Thank you for being here,

Julie

Today's Run to Write Podcast is my experience running the Syracuse Half Marathon with my son.

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Local friends— we’re meeting in person next Wednesday (4/2) at Freedom of Espresso to move, write, and connect. There are still 3 spots open.

Put down your phone and pick up a pen. :) Join us!

Click HERE for details and to register.

Keep moving and writing,

Julie

Story time....

Have you ever failed your driver's test in spectacular fashion?

Head over to Run to Write on Substack our free publication for writing prompts, encouragement, and community.

You’re invited!

Join us for our community writing session every Monday at 11 am EST! We'll gather in silent solidarity to work on our creative projects, starting with a writing prompt to warm up.

You're welcome here if you seek accountability partners, fellow writers, or a supportive community space. After the prompt, use this focused time to advance your project in...

Yesterday was the first session of Spring into Action with the Run to Write Club. Our writing prompt was— notice the sounds around you while you’re moving. Then, choose one sound and explore what emotions or memories it evoked.

This prompt inspired today’s poem.

Voice of Joy

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Keep moving. Keep writing. God Bless.

Julie

Why move before writing.... listen to the poem of the day.

I hope it inspires you to move and write.

I’m curious, between movement and writing which one do you experience more resistance?

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Spring into Action with the Run to Write Club. Several spots remain. Please join us.

Move + Write 7-Day Practice starts March 9th. Subscribe to Run to Write on Substack to download the writing prompts and joining the community.

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My Road is making its way around the USA! Thank you, Jenn, Mary B., Julie, and David, for sharing the photos. I’m so grateful for your help.

Today's poem out loud is for you: Facing Mountains

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My daughter, Delaney loves making bracelets. She calls her business, Delaney’s Designs. I’ve hired her to make us bracelets. :)

When you sign up for Spring into Action with The Run to Write Club, you will each receive one as a welcome gift. (The colors vary.) We begin March 12, and seven spots remain.

M...

Poem out Loud:

Winter Work

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In this episode, I share another story from the JFK 50 miler....returning home.

Thank you for listening in.

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In this episode...lots of thank yous and shout outs!

Poem of the day...do you have a title idea? Please join the conversation on Run to Write and share yours.

Spring into Action with The Run to Write Club!

Registration is now open.

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9 spots available.

The winter weather helped me in creating this poem.—Winter's Hard Love

Thank you for being here with me.

Keep moving and writing,

Julie

To learn more about Run to Write head to my website.

A quick reminder we are meeting on Monday for our community write together on Zoom. I hope you can join us.

Have a beautiful weekend.

Welcome to the Run to Write Community— We’re thrilled that you’re here!

What's your favorite way to stay active and move your body? I'd love to hear what brings you joy through movement. Join the conversation at Run to Write.

Today's poem is titled — 5 Degrees

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In this episode:

An Ultra Runner's Story" - After running for over 9 hours in her first ultramarathon, Julie finds herself in the medical area, unable to move her fingers or feel her face.

A compassionate medical volunteer helps feed her bananas and keeps her company while she recovers. Through their conversation, they discover a shared connection to Syracuse New York, and running for loved ones affected by cancer.

Despite missing her friend Felicia's finish, Julie eventually regains her strength, changes into dry clothes, and makes her way to the electric finish line area...

In today's episode, I share The Finish— part 9 of the JFK 50 mile story. Listen in or read on Run to Write on Substack.

The Run to Write Club, in-person sessions have begun! Come be part of our growing creative circle! No writing experience is necessary. Check out all the details HERE.

Unable to attend in person…no problem!

Join us every Monday on Zoom to start or restart your writing practice. We meet at 11 am (EST) and write in communal silence. I’ll sprinkle in some movement halfway through. :)

Happy running and wr...

If you’re joining us for the first time— Welcome. We’re so glad you’re here. Feel free to start at the beginning of the story: HERE to catch up.

We begin today's episode with part 6th of the JFK 50-mile race...

The gurgle in my stomach intensified, and the raw blisters on my feet throbbed with each step. Are you still running?

My coach's voice echoed in my mind: "It comes in waves."

His wisdom always steadied me, even now when my body screamed to stop...

Listen in for t...

Part 4 of the JEFK 50 miler story continues...

I forgot to mention that a train crosses the course in the middle of the race. Yeah right, you’re kidding? That’s exactly what I said.

I first heard about the train in the book: The Longest Race by Ed Ayres. It must be a joke. There’s no way the train still passes through.

Keep listening or reading…

Connect with me here and learn more about the next Run to Write Club. Offline and in-person.

In this episode... part 2 of the JFK-50 Miler.

Join an inspiring ultra-marathon journey on the Appalachian Trail, where every mile is a tribute to human resilience.

Julie navigates a challenging 50-mile race, dedicating each step to those touched by cancer.

From steep road climbs to technical trail sections, the story weaves personal reflection with athletic challenges, celebrating strength, adaptability, and the unbreakable human spirit. A powerful testament to pushing limits and finding meaning in movement.

To read the first part of the story subscribe for free to Run to Write.

Welcome new subscribers and listeners to Run to Write— where movement and writing meet— every Monday at 11 am (EST) in our Zoom room (link below) and/or offline in person at our local coffee shop: Freedom of Espresso.

In this episode:

I reflect on overcoming self-doubt and "mom guilt" to pursue a 50-mile ultramarathon, proving that with support and proper training, ambitious goals are achievable regardless of life's responsibilities.

I'm dedicating each mile to cancer warriors and seeking names to honor in my remaining 9 miles.

Connect with my on my w...

The JFK 50-mile race is in 16 days!!

Why are you doing this? (Listen in to hear my response)

and a poem. :) I could use your help for the title. Do you have an idea? Head over to Run to Write and join the conversation.

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Welcome to The Run to Write Podcast with Julie B. Hughes

Today, I have Brindsley sharing a close 5K finish from last year’s Inner Harbor Race and his latest project. He also offers some great encouragement.

Happy Halloween!

What are your plans for today?

I think I might dress up as a unicorn…again.

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We have 5 spots left for The Holiday Edition of The Run to Write Club.

To sign up and for...

Today's podcast episode...The Marathon keeps me humble.

Are you curious about The Run to Write Club... please visit my website and check out a message from our members and how to sign up.

Today's poem out loud: Contentment

May it bring ease to your mind and body.

Run to Write Club Online: Join us every Monday at 11 a.m. (EST) to write together in communal silence. Subscribe to Run to Write to gain free access to the Zoom room.

Run to Write Club In Person:

Registration is now open for The Holiday Edition! Click this link to find out all the details, or send me a message.

Welcome new subscribers to the Run to Write Community!

wellcarneiro, Nico, Barb, Laura, Rachel, Marilyn, Lorene, Cathy, Pauline, Meredith,mwalker, and Andrew.

We’re so happy you’re here.

Please comment below or reply to this email with a song you play to feel comfort or joy.

Today, Brindsley and Delaney join us to share their experience in last Saturday's 5K race. Listen in to hear their story.

You’re invited to Monday’s write together. We meet at 11 am (EST) and write in communal silence. I will offer a writin...

A Reminder — My aha moment on a walk. Listen to today's poem out loud.

What are you noticing in this season of change? Join the conversation on Run to Write, free to subscribe.

Thank you for being here with me,

Julie B. Hughes

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