About Craig:

Craig’s running journey started as a form of stress relief and quickly grew into a lifelong passion that now includes a decades-long daily run streak, ultramarathon racing, and creating one of Columbus’s most welcoming running communities.

What We Cover in This Episode:

-How running shifted from solo stress relief to a daily ritual and identity anchor.

-The ups and downs of maintaining a run streak spanning thousands of consecutive days.

-Stories from ultra-distance races like The Speed Project and what they taught him about endurance, grit, and mindset.

-The inspiration behind starting German Village Running Club and how a simple conversation over cocktails turned into a thriving, inclusive run community.

-How community and connection can transform your relationship with running and why pace or speed doesn’t matter as much as belonging.

On this week’s Weathering The Run, I sit down with Chris Glover who is a cornerstone of the Columbus running community known for bringing people together, spreading joy in the sport, and building connection one mile at a time. Whether it’s organizing group runs, showing up in a superhero outfit, or simply cheering on fellow runners, Chris’s enthusiasm and servant’s heart define his approach to running and life. He also has his own podcast called Safe Space Running. Follow Chris on Instagram.

We dive deep with Drew Petersen about his film "Feel It All" and his life in the mountains; from ski mountaineering to 100-mile ultramarathons, and how weather, terrain, and mental health are all intertwined in his story. We also recount some of his wildest experiences, like getting over 5 inches of snow per hour while in Japan, and the mindset required to navigate that kind of unpredictability.

"Feel It All" chronicles Drew’s journey from suicidal depression to discovering strength and purpose; culminating in his decision to run the Leadville Trail 100 ultramarathon, while skiing and running through Colorado’s high-peaks. The film seeks to break the stigma around mental illness and suicide, especially within mountain and outdoor communities.

Watch / Learn More →

• Film: Feel It All
• Website: drew-petersen.com
• Instagram: @drewpeterski