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Hey friend, are you a runner or walker?

We would love to connect with you. Running is one of our passions as a couple and family.

I started running when I was in elementary school with my dad. We ran 5k and 10k races together. Eventually, I joined the Track & Field team because of encouragement from my soccer coach. I fell in love with the sport and specialized in hurdles, 400 meters and relays.

Shadow of the Giants 20K in Fish Camp, California

I ran my first half and full marathons with my late husband Ericlee Gilmore, who was also a Track & Field athlete. We coached together for 9 years at Fresno Christian Schools in California.

Today, I most enjoy trail running in the mountains near our home or on any trail with a view of the ocean. Our daughters also enjoy running. Our oldest is a long jumper like her daddy. Our middle daughter is more of a distance runner, enjoying local 5k races and cross country. Our youngest is still figuring out what she loves most. She loves to sprint but also has a good amount of endurance.

My husband Shawn Young is a life-long runner and triathlete who has been coaching athletes of all ages for more than 20 years. He began his coaching career at a middle school in Dixon, CA, and has helped coach cross-country and track teams at the elementary, high school, and junior college levels as well.

As an assistant cross-country coach at Fresno City College, he helped guide student athletes at his alma mater where he competed. He ran Track & Field at University of California, Davis. He was also involved with Fellowship of Christian Athletes as a leader during college.

Shawn was born and raised in Fresno, California, but has lived throughout California and spent nearly a decade in Maryland. He has run dozens of marathons and has completed 6 IRONMAN triathlons. He is a personal running and triathlon coach with a primary focus on marathon and IRONMAN athletes. He is also a sought-after announcer for local races.

Together Shawn and I have coached cross-country and Track & Field at Kepler Neighborhood School, where our daughters attended. We currently coach Track & Field at Fresno Christian Schools.

We also have coached the Remember Haiti Marathon fundraiser team for 10 years. This team trains August-November each year to raise money and awareness for projects in Haiti through a partnership with the non-profit organization, Haitigo. Dorina and her late husband Ericlee Gilmore started this non-profit organization in 2010.

As you can probably tell, we are wild about running. We are especially excited about a new book we are releasing in September 2020 just for runners and walkers. Walk, Run, Soar is a 52-week devotional and training journal, which includes coaching tips, workout plans and more.

New release!

As a runner, you want to accomplish your physical goals. But deep down, you long for your training to be a more meaningful experience, engaging your body, mind, soul, and spirit. Walk, Run, Soar is a 52-week devotional and training journal designed for runners who hope to experience God’s presence, purpose, and glory in a deeper way as they run. Dorina Gilmore Young, and her triathlete husband, Shawn, will get you moving with a new motivation: improving your spiritual health. Along with weekly devotions to inspire you, Walk, Run, Soar includes:

  • practical running/training tips
  • training schedules from a running and triathlon coach
  • advice on how to fuel your body well
  • reflection questions and action steps
  • space to journal and record your running progress

Whether you are new to running or a longtime runner, Walk, Run, Soar will motivate you to hit your fitness goals while strengthening your faith.

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What kind of Biblical runner are you? Take our fun quiz!

The Bible makes several references to running and runners.

Have you ever considered which runner from the Bible you are most like?

Are you a runner like David?

Are you a runner like Peter?

Are you a runner like Mary Magdalene or maybe John the Baptist?

Take our new Walk Run Soar Runner Quiz and find out!

This 15-question quiz will match you with one of 10 different runners in the Bible.

Take the quiz here!

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This is a gathering place for runners who love Jesus and who want to foster community around running. We offer up inspiration, coaching tips, gear and race recommendations, and more! You can visit our Facebook group, where you can request to join by clicking on “Join Group” underneath the cover image.


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Need some new running gear? Let your gear share the message of Walk Run Soar! Purchase some of our fun runners swag by clicking on the images below.

Walk Run Soar unisex T-shirt
Walk Run Soar cuff bracelet
Glory Chasers Trucker Hat
Walk Run Soar muscle tank
Wings stud earrings
Glory Chaser Dolman Tee
Running girl stud earrings
Custom script run necklace
Glory Chaser Racerback Tank

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Meet Dorina

Aloha, friend! If you love stories, you are in the right place. I write about grief, glory, running, food, and more. I hope these words inspire you to chase after God’s glory in your life today!

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He’s my favorite! 💛💙  #dateyourspouse
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Hey friend, are you feeling alone? Are you needing some encouraging words today? I want to invite you to a community where you can receive regular ...

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Hey friend, are you feeling alone? Are you needing some encouraging words today? I want to invite you to a community where you can receive regular words of encouragement and inspiration from a diversity of Bible teachers. 
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I’ve had the privilege of sharing a message for the Online Women’s Bible Study community on the theme: “Ruth: What Happens When an Ordinary Woman Meets an Extraordinary God.” My message will be rolling out in early May. In the meantime, you get access to all the past amazing teachings and can even join our small group feature.
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TODAY aka Friday, April 16, is the LAST day to sign up for the Spring Semester study of More Than Ordinary. Don’t delay. Join today and you get access to all the teachings and a community of women who will be listening and studying alongside you!
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I have loved learning from @beckykiser @kianstephens @barbroose @jillbriscoe @karakae.james @katarmstrong1 @jamieivey and others! 🌸
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👆🏽Check out the link in my profile for details!
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Prayer & Devos with Dorina. .
This morning we are soaking in the words of David in Psalm 36. David is preaching to himself and preaching to ...

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Prayer & Devos with Dorina. .
This morning we are soaking in the words of David in Psalm 36. David is preaching to himself and preaching to all of us today. He is burdened by the wickedness in his world.
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After the week we’ve experienced, I can relate to the emotion here. Maybe you can too.
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What does David turn to for relief from the wickedness that surrounds him? He meditates on God’s character.
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He reminds us of God’s faithful love, His righteousness, that He is the judge, that He is our refuge. Friends, let’s cling to this and “take refuge in the shadow of God’s wings today.”
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Do you feel like you are running uphill through the dark? Are you feeling the sear of the fire at your heels?
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I have learned the challenge ...

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Do you feel like you are running uphill through the dark? Are you feeling the sear of the fire at your heels?
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I have learned the challenge is in how we respond.
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Will we let the fires of life destroy us or refine us? Will we let grief overtake us or will we choose comfort in Christ? Will we look away or walk with our brothers and sisters in their suffering? Will we sit in the ashes or will we wear a crown of beauty? 
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Sometimes life is about breathing and lifting, putting one foot in front of the other. Sometimes life is about lifting our eyes to chase God’s glory up the steepest hills and through the darkest corridors of the forest.
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Friends, let’s draw strength from Jesus’ words tonight:
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“God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 
God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth. 
God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be satisfied.
God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God.
God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.
God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.” 
- ‭Matthew‬ ‭5:3-10‬
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👉🏽Which of these verses brings you comfort? Share in the comments.
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📖 Read more in my new book, Walk Run Soar, available all the places books are sold. 📖
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I woke up this morning feeling achy. I drove the girls to school and decided to take some time for soul care. I did a yoga class online. I drank my ...

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I woke up this morning feeling achy. I drove the girls to school and decided to take some time for soul care. I did a yoga class online. I drank my water. But my heart still felt heavy, my body weary.
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Maybe it’s because my alarm had me up at 5:30 am for Bible class.
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Maybe it’s because I woke this morning to more heavy news about a young Black daddy who was shot instead of tased yesterday by a police officer.
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Or maybe it’s because my body remembers grief before my brain does. Grief and trauma makes it’s imprint on our memories, our souls.
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April 13, 2003 was the day I floated down the aisle in a flowing white gown and veil to the regal music of bagpipes. I took my groom’s hands and exchanged forever vows.
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When you’re young in your twenties, you can’t fathom that forever might be cut short, that you might go to Heaven before your mama or your babies are grown.
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Eleven years later, my beloved soared to Heaven. My body always remembers this grief on birthdays and anniversaries, and sometimes holidays.
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💕Friend, if you’re grieving today you have permission to move slowly. If you’re triggered, it’s good to pause. It’s ok to make space to cry, to lament, to write, to sing, to sit quietly, to paint, to cook, and to hug your people tightly. It’s ok.
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I keep remembering what God did when one of his image bearers died...
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Jesus wept. - John 11:35
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