#156 Michael Hartnagel: When the Why Is Powerful Enough (Daily Mile Project)

#156 Michael Hartnagel: When the Why Is Powerful Enough (Daily Mile Project)

From The Marathon Podcast by Kristian Warwick/Wiild Studio

May 5, 2026 · 50 min · Season 1

About this episode

Michael Hartnagel discusses his running streak in memory of his father and the legacy of positivity he aims to continue.

Donate to Metastatic: https://www.metastaticmission.org/ Get Athyx and 10% off with the code MARATHON10: https://athyx.com/ 20% off STRAVA annual subscription with code "KRISTIAN" Get a discount on FlexBeam by using the link below or use discount code "WARWICKRUNS": https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPb On this episode of The Marathon Podcast, we have Michael Hartnagel on. He is better know as Daily Mile Project on Instagram, where he is keeping his running streak with his late father. Ralph Edward Hartnagel III — husband, father, grandpa, teacher, and coach - was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017. Through over 100 rounds of treatment across a six-year battle, his unwavering attitude became a beacon for everyone around him. His mantra was simple: "Stay Positive." In 2023, we founded Metastatic Mission to carry on his legacy, spread his "Stay Positive" mantra, and support others battling cancer. Full video + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@Warwickruns Follow Kristian's journey on Instagram: @warwick.runs Music from Musicbed:MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY

People in this episode

Host: Kristian Warwick

Guest: Michael Hartnagel

Topics covered

  • running
  • cancer awareness
  • personal stories
  • legacy
  • motivation

Keywords

  • running streak
  • cancer
  • positivity
  • Daily Mile Project
  • Metastatic Mission

Sponsors

Athyx, STRAVA, FlexBeam

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Metastatic Mission, Musicbed

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