In this special episode of "Reppin Fitness: On Campus", Coach Brick Headstrong visits Misericordia University to meet with President Dan Myers, PhD, a college leader who’s run a 5K every single day for over 13 years.
From running through airports in loafers to recovering from getting hit by a car mid-run (and still finishing), Dan shares what keeps him moving and how he uses fitness as a framework for building campus culture.
Together, they explore:
– Why "steps are reps" (and why that matters for students)
– How Dan built a 13-year daily running streak
– Balancing leadership, injuries, and staying active
– The impact of athletics on student success and spirit
– New sports at Misericordia, like women’s wrestling and “stunt” cheer
– Advice for incoming student-athletes, and even Coach Brick’s push for a campus statue
This episode isn’t just about fitness, it’s about consistency, community, and showing up.
BE SURE TO WATCH UNTIL THE END to see who wins an arm-wrestling match between Coach Brick and the President!
Timestamps
0:00 – Finding the Gym & Meeting Dan Myers
0:40 – “Steps Are Reps” & Dan’s Running Streak
1:30 – 13 Years of Daily 5Ks (Including Injuries!)
3:40 – Running Around the World
5:00 – Getting Hit by a Car & Finishing the Run
6:30 – Running at Airports & Beating Delays
7:30 – Goose Attacks vs. Budget Stress
8:30 – Misericordia’s Custom Cougar Running Shoes
9:30 – Tips for Everyday Runners
10:20 – Role of Athletics in Campus Life
11:30 – New Sports on Campus (Wrestling, Stunt, Ice Hockey)
12:45 – Brick Wants a Statue on Campus
13:40 – What Facilities Like Metz Field House Offer
14:20 – Reps 101 and Advanced Reps 102
15:00 – Why Student-Athletes Thrive at Misericordia
16:30 – Growing Enrollment & Building Community
17:40 – Campus Band & Musical Life at Misericordia
18:30 – President’s Gym Playlist Pick
19:00 – Building Inclusive Communities Through Movement
20:00 – The Power of Fitness Streaks
21:30 – Arm Wrestling Challenge with Coach Brick
22:10 – Final Reps & Episode Wrap-Up
CONNECT
Dr Dan Myers: https://www.tiktok.com/@presdanmyersmu
Misericordia University: https://www.misericordia.edu
Coach Brick: https://www.instagram.com/brickheadstrong
Learn more about Brick Headstrong: https://www.brickheadstrong.com
