I Don't Know Running
Episodes
220 episodes
He Thought He Wouldn’t Finish This Marathon… | Episode 206
What happens when finishing isn’t guaranteed?In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Mitch shares the story behind one of the hardest races of his life—the Jersey City Marathon.On paper, it doesn’t stand out.6 h...
The Pregnancy Penalty: Did Running Brands Ever Really Change? | Episode 205
In 2019, it felt like women in sport had forced a turning point.When Alysia Montaño, Kara Goucher, and Allyson Felix spoke publicly about pregnancy-related sponsorship penalties, major brands promised change.Contracts changed. P...
He Was About to Win… Then an Official Sent Him the Wrong Way
Sometimes the hardest part of a marathon…isn’t the running.It’s everything that happens around it.After hearing about a bizarre finish at a marathon earlier this year—where the race leader was literally sent the wrong way ju...
Why Do Normal Runners Cheat? (It’s Not What You Think) | Episode 203
Why would an everyday runner cheat in a race?Not elites.Not professionals.Just… normal people.In this episode, we take a look at the strange and surprisingly relatable psychology behind cheating in running—from cutti...
The Different Types of Runners (Which One Are You?) | Episode 202
What kind of runner are you… really?In this episode, we’re breaking down the different types of running communities—from Marathon Maniacs chasing finish lines to social run crews meeting for coffee, to performance-focused track clubs gr...
“You’re Racing for the Wrong Reason” — Really? | Episode 201
Sometimes the conversation around running isn’t about pace, training plans, or race results.It’s about something deeper than that.Why are you doing it in the first place?In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcas...
They Gave Marathon Medals at Mile 18?! | Episode 200
Did runners really get a marathon medal for only 18 miles?At the 2026 LA Marathon, race organizers offered runners an early finish at Mile 18 because of extreme heat conditions. Runners who stopped still received a medal — but no offici...
Lead Vehicle Sends Runners the WRONG Way (USATF Championship Chaos) | Episode 199
Imagine leading a national championship race with just over a mile to go… and then the lead vehicle sends you the wrong way.That’s exactly what happened during the 2026 USATF Half Marathon Championship in Atlanta.With the race n...
Ironman Will DQ You for This in 2026 | Episode 198
If you pull out your phone during an Ironman race in 2026… you could be disqualified.No selfies.No GoPros.No smart glasses recording.Starting March 2, 2026, Ironman has officially banned athletes from recording photos or...
Fastest Half Marathon Ever — But It Doesn’t Count | Episode 197
He ran 56:42.He shattered the half marathon world record by 48 seconds.And it doesn’t count.World Athletics declined to ratify Jacob Kiplimo’s performance at the Barcelona Half Marathon — not for doping, not for traditio...
Running Etiquette 101: What Every Runner Needs to Remember | Episode 196
Trail runners talk about Leave No Trace.But what about road runners?In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, we dive into the unwritten rules of road running — the small behaviors that shape how the public sees runne...
How Rare Is a 100-Mile Finish? (The Endurance Curve Explained) | IDKR Episode 195
Endurance isn’t a straight line — it’s a steep curve.In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch break down the “endurance curve”: how each distance milestone (5K → marathon → 50K → 50 miles → 100 miles → 200+) ...
The Illusion of Precision: Why Your Running Watch Might Be Lying to You | IDKR Episode 194
Are your running watch numbers telling you the truth — or just a convincing story?In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, we dig into what your watch can tell you… and where it quietly gets things wrong. From heart rate and...
If You Had $1,000–$6,000 to Run Anywhere… Where Would You Go? | IDKR Episode 193
What if your next running goal wasn’t about a PR… but about the experience?In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch talk through non-traditional running events that are less about racing the clock and more ab...
Is Ultrarunning Healthy Long-Term? What Science Still Can’t Answer | IDKR Episode 192
In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, we dig into a question a lot of long-distance runners quietly wonder about:What does ultrarunning actually do to your body over the long term?This isn’t an episode...
Treadmills: Why They Become $2,000 Clothes Hangers (And What To Buy Instead) | IDKR Episode 191
Winter running hits different in Michigan—one day you’re “getting it done,” the next you’re sliding around wondering why you even left the house. 😅In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch get into a super pra...
Decoding Runner’s Dreams: What Your Sleep Reveals About Performance | IDKR Episode 190
What do your running dreams actually mean?In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch dive into the strange, vivid, and sometimes stressful dreams runners experience — from being late to the starting line, to le...
The Psychology of Pacing: How Runners Blow It Early (And How to Fix It) | IDKR Episode 189
Pacing isn’t just about splits, GPS watches, or fitness — it’s about decision-making under stress.In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch dive deep into the psychology of pacing and why so many runners blow ...
Running in Your 50s: What Changes, What Hurts, and What Still Works | IDKR Episode 188
Running in your 50s is different—and that’s not a bad thing.In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, we talk honestly about what changes as runners get older: slower recovery, new aches and pains, declining speed, shifting m...
The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Runners (From $5 to “Are You Serious?”) | IDKR Episode 187
Winter is here, the roads are icy, and somehow our houses are falling apart — so naturally, we decided to talk about Christmas gifts for runners 🎄🏃♂️In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch break down the be...
Are You Ready for Remote Runs? | 3 Safety Pillars | IDKR Episode 186
How far do you really have to go before you’re “remote”?Spoiler: not as far as you think.In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running podcast, Lewis and Mitch talk about how quickly a simple run, walk, or short hike can turn into a s...
Runner vs Non-Runner Language: Why Our “Easy Run” Isn’t Easy | IDKR Episode 185
In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch dive deep into the hilarious, confusing, and sometimes awkward language barrier between runners and non-runners. From “easy runs” that aren’t actually easy, to why runners own...
The Crazy Foods That Keep Ultrarunners Moving (Coke, Broth & Grilled Cheese) | IDKR Episode 184
Lewis and Mitch hit record deep in a gray fog, fresh off mid-day naps and low brainpower… so of course they talk about the thing that keeps ultrarunners going when everything feels bleak: aid station food.In this episode of the I Don’t ...
The Craziest Olympic Marathon Ever: The Insane 1904 St. Louis Disaster | IDKR Episode 183
This week on the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch dive into one of the wildest, most chaotic, and downright unbelievable events in running history: the 1904 St. Louis Olympic Marathon.But first… Lewis got NEW CONTACTS and h...
The World’s Most Iconic Marathons | Historic Races Every Runner Should Know | IDKR Episode 182
What makes a marathon truly iconic? Is it the history, the challenge, the crowds — or the story behind the miles?In this episode, Lewis and Mitch explore the most historic and legendary marathons from around the world. From the ancient ...