Inspire to Run Podcast by Richard Conner

Inspire to Run Podcast

by Richard Conner

"Making time for your health and wellness is just as important as anything else in your life. If you are not health, it will make doing everything else more challenging."

Introduce yourself.

Inspire to Run Podcast inspires others to run who want to take control of their health & fitness.

Richard Conner, podcast host, is a marketer, entrepreneur, and runner.

Richard has run numerous 5Ks and now has moved into the world of half marathons and obstacle course races.

Inspire to Run Podcast is for someone who is looking to make a change in their life after a doctor diagnosis, job related stress, or moving into their next phase after kids or divorce.

The podcast is interview style and share journeys from runners, tips from fitness experts, and background stories of races for charity and non-profits.

Share an experience that has shaped who you are today.

Back in 2018, I started my own personal journey to face my fears and doing things I had never done (or thought I could do). I ran my first Spartan obstacle course race that year which was a scary and humbling experience.

From there, I hired an OCR coach and share my fitness story with friends and co-workers. I came back in 2019, conquered some of my fears, greatly improved in the Spartan races, and met my fitness goals.

When I shared with others, they were genuinely happy for me but didn’t have the confidence that they could do what I was doing.

That is why I started the podcast to help others realize that they can do these things if they are looking to make a change in their lives.

Tell us about your podcast audience.

The audience is comprised of those who are not runners today or are beginners. They will expect to hear an inspiring story about how my guests have either started or restarted their journey and how running had made a positive impact on their life (physically and mentally).

Weaved in each conversation is advice and tips aligned with the three pillars (mindset, movement, motivation) that will help them in their personal journey.

What makes your podcast unique?

Inspire to Run Podcast is unique because we are mostly interviewing everyday runners vs professional athletes to be relatable for someone who doesn’t run today or is a novice runner.

The podcast also takes listeners through my framework of Mindset, Movement, and Motivation which is based on dozens of interviews and helps someone believe they can make a change, gives them the tools to make the change, and keeps them moving even if they want to quit.

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#135 – As a husband, father of three boys, and train mechanic, Milton Davison, a hybrid athlete, shares how he manages to train while still prioritizing what matters most – his family. Since beginning his running journey in 2014, Milton has qualified for DEKA Worlds in 2022 and 2023 and HYROX Worlds in 2024 and 2025, proving that extraordinary achievements are possible with dedication and smart prioritization.

Milton offers practical insights for anyone looking to improve their fitness while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. His journey from track athlete to marathon runner to hybrid race competitor demonstrates how finding the right fitness format that matches your strengths can lead to competitive success. Milton shares the training methods and life philosophies that have made him a world-class competitor despite a busy family and professional life.

Topics Covered:

Early Morning Training: Milton shares how he gradually adapted to 4 AM workouts to ensure his training doesn't take away from family time and responsibilities
Consistent Commitment: Training while working full-time and raising three boys requires intentional prioritization and elimination of distractions
Sport Evolution: How Milton's background in track and strength training created the perfect foundation for success in hybrid races like DEKA and HYROX
Family-First Mindset: Milton explains why keeping family as his top priority has been key to his sustainable athletic success

Today’s Guests

Milton Davison

Milton Davison is a husband, father of three, and a veteran train mechanic with over 17 years in the railroad industry. He began running in 2014, completing his first marathon in 2017, and later expanded into hybrid racing. Since 2022, Milton has competed in Deka and Hyrox events, qualifying for multiple World Championships, including Deka Worlds (2022, 2023) and Hyrox Worlds (2024, 2025). His standout race times include a 1:24 half marathon, a 1:03 Hyrox Open, and a 35:38 Deka Fit. Milton continues to challenge himself and inspire others through his fitness journey.

Follow Milton:

Instagram – @duke_md

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