Run free, run as one
Welcome to Mind Over Miles, your run club dedicated to consistency, community, and personal growth. Train at your own pace and connect with fellow runners during our inspiring bi-monthly runs. We are excited for you to join our journey.
Our running philosophy
Mind Over Miles is built on the belief that running is more than just a sport; it's a path to personal growth and lasting connections. We foster a supportive environment where every stride counts towards building strength, discipline, and camaraderie.
Community connections
Twice a month, we come together for shared runs, alternating between 5K, 10k, & 10-mile distances. These gatherings are perfect for connecting, sharing experiences, and cheering each other on.
Miles With Meaning
Supporting True Messages & the Rarámuri Community
At Mind Over Miles SB, we believe every mile has a purpose. Running has the power to connect people, preserve traditions, and create meaningful change beyond the finish line.
We are proud to support True Messages, an organization dedicated to honoring the legacy of Micah True (“Caballo Blanco”) and supporting the Rarámuri people of the Sierra Tarahumara in Mexico.
For generations, the Rarámuri have used running as a way to connect with their land, their community, and their culture. Their traditions remind us that running is more than a sport — it is a celebration of resilience, connection, and the human spirit.
Through True Messages, support is directed toward initiatives that respect Rarámuri traditions, empower youth, celebrate their running heritage, and help address community needs while preserving their unique culture.
We are honored to share this mission through our miles and our community. Together, we can run with purpose, build connections, and help carry the spirit of Kórima — the Rarámuri tradition of sharing, helping, and caring for one another.
Run Free. Run as One.
Meet Aly Davis, our Local Inspiration
Local Inspiration: Aly Davis
August Local Inspiration
Aly Davis is one of those people who makes the Santa Barbara running community feel like home. A well-known and respected runner, she's known for her welcoming spirit, kindness, and genuine willingness to support others. Whether she's encouraging a friend, leading by example, or collaborating to strengthen the local running community, Aly has a natural way of bringing people together and making everyone feel included.
After competing as a Division I swimmer at Texas Christian University, Aly explored the fitness world before discovering a love for running. She ran her first half marathon in 2018—and she's been running ever since.
Aly's authenticity, empathy, and determination shine through in everything she does. She serves on the Board of the Santa Barbara Running Association, is the founder of Santa Barbara Run Club, and was the lululemon Santa Barbara Run Ambassador from 2022 to 2024. More than her accomplishments, Aly is someone who leads with heart and is always cheering others on.
Q&A with Aly
When did you start running?
I started running in early 2018.
What inspired you to begin?
I was a competitive swimmer from the age of 9 through college, where I competed at the Division I level for Texas Christian University. After graduating and moving to Santa Barbara, I didn't know many people, and running felt like the perfect way to build community and make new friends. I signed up for my first half marathon in the spring of 2018, and I've been running ever since.
What are your short-term and long-term goals?
In the short term, I want to continue enjoying every mile and finding happiness in moving my body. Long term, I'd love to set new personal records in the 5K, half marathon, and marathon over the next two years while staying healthy and injury-free.
Trail or road runner?
Road runner—but I definitely enjoy the downhill sections of trail runs! 😉
What's one running tip you'd love to share with others?
Your body doesn't know pace—it only knows effort. Not every run needs to be at your maximum. Some of the greatest benefits come from slower, more intentional miles.
What has been your proudest running moment?
Being selected as the lululemon Santa Barbara Run Ambassador from 2022 to 2024 was an incredible honor. Another proud milestone has been founding Santa Barbara Run Club and helping build a welcoming community for runners of all levels.
One word to describe running?
Calming.
Local Inspiration
Behind every run club is a team—and a community—that shows up with consistency, discipline, and heart. A space where runners can push themselves, stay accountable, and grow stronger together.
And we want to celebrate that spirit: nominate the person who inspires you to get up, lace up, and keep going. They could be featured in our Local Inspiration section—because every strong community is built by the people who motivate others to move.
Nominate a runner, hiker, cyclist, swimmer, or any dedicated fitness individual who inspires you to show up and keep going.
"We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves."
Buddha
Connect with us
Santa Barbara, California
United States
General contact
momsbrc@gmail.com
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