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Send us Fan Mail Should You Run A Marathon? | I Don't Know Running Podcast In this episode of the "I Don't Know Running" podcast, we dive deep into the journey of marathon training. From navigating tough training plans to the rewarding experience of crossing the finish line, we cover it all. Learn how to set realistic goals, find the right training plan, and avoid common pitfal...

Send us Fan Mail How to Start Your Running Journey | I Don't Know Running Podcast Welcome to the "I Don't Know Running" podcast! In this episode, Lewis and Mitch dive into how to start your running journey, perfect for those looking to make running a part of their life in the new year. Whether you're a complete beginner or returning after a break, they share essential tips...

Send us Fan Mail Running times would appear to be getting faster with all the records being broken and some of the fastest times being logged in the last couple years overall. But is that what the numbers really show when you look at the entire body of running?  And how are shoes a part of that? And what shoes do you race in? Who leads the list of top racing shoe? We hope you have a great Christma...

Send us Fan Mail This year a record 160,000 people put in to run the Chicago Marathon and next year will see a record 53,000 runners take to the roads to attempt it. Running all over seems to be booming again and we talk about a few of the things helping that growth. Also...Let's all work on Peace, Patience and Kindness in the Christmas Holiday season. Go check out our Patreon and join the te...

Send us Fan Mail With Christmas right around the corner here's your chance to grab some last minute gifts for the runner in your life. From major gifts to stocking stuffers this will help you make your runner happy on Christmas morning. This is also a great time to let your runner try some new things out that they wouldn't normally buy for themselves. Also...Remember...Peace and Patience...

Send us Fan Mail Strava has to be the number 1 social media platform for endurance athletes...or at least we think. However, it is a LOT more than that to so many people who link that to other platforms and apps so that coaches can use the data to help guide training schedules for their athletes. It sounds like Strava doesn't really care or doesn't want that to happen anymore with their...

Send us Fan Mail Parkrun has grown from just 13 runners in 2004 to over 9 million registered runnings and counting! If you haven't checked one out yet, you should! If you don't have one close you should reach out to the organization and start one. It is a great way to be in a running community in a no pressure atmosphere. 5k's and 2k's is what it's all about so anyone can...

Send us Fan Mail With the New York City Marathon having been run a couple weeks ago, there were some things to come out to talk about. And it didn't have to do with who won the race this time. Casey Neistat has been chasing the 3 hour marathon for a little while now. Check out his channel and his latest video on running this years New York City Marathon. Congrat's to him and his journey!...

Send us Fan Mail Just the casual back yard race where you challenge your buddy to race to the fence. You might get that kind of feeling at a back yard ultra. The format is simple really. One loop is 4.167 miles, you start every hour, you run one loop, and as long as you're back in the starting corral before the next hour starts, you keep on continuing until you are the "last man or woman...

Send us Fan Mail Let's face it, we all like specials and discounts and deals. Especially if they help us get in the gym more and help us accomplish our goals. Well, PT Sports Pro has release some amazing multi session packages for you to check out to help you get healed up or ready for your next race. Go check them out and find the one that fits your needs now.     Check out the new PT Sports...

Send us Fan Mail Time for some mental training! Maybe you need a pick me up, or some rest, or some discipline, or maybe it's just a reason why, all these things help us to build our mental strength with running. Here we'll talk about 7 things that can help you increase and strengthen your mental resolve with running. Who knows, maybe that can spill over into your everyday life also. Go c...

Send us Fan Mail Run Massachusetts and take on the Chowdah Challenge at the Cape Cod Marathon and Half Marathon. This is a GREAT race to visit Massachusetts and run a marathon or half along the coast line. If you're looking to add an east coast race to your calendar for the fall of 2025, be sure to check this one out. Cape Cod Marathon and Half Marathon Go check out our Patreon and join the t...

Send us Fan Mail Who hasn't heard of couch to 5k, or how about couch to 10k? Sometimes you'll even hear of people going from couch to half marathon or marathon training. Well, cleanse your pallet and refresh your thinking of what it means to start training for you next race. Welcome to "Zero To Sports Pro". PT Sports Pro founder, Terence Reuben and his son Nic Reuben are going...

Send us Fan Mail Quick little update on the Camille Herron story in Ultra Running on the 48 hour record. Also, in Chicago the world record was broken in the women's marathon! Ruth Chepng'etich became the first woman to break 2:10 in the marathon distance. What an amazing accomplishment! Also, go check out the Indiana Trail 100. This one is a favorite of ours as they do everything so well...

Send us Fan Mail Nobody likes injuries and some runners do NOT deal with them well at all. It's time to talk more on what we should and can do to help and we're using our favorite guinea pig to discuss this further. Mitch is throwing himself on the sword and even making a little fun of himself as we dive into why he just can't get healed up. Maybe you can relate? Tell us all about i...

Send us Fan Mail Who doesn't like FREE stuff...or free races? Well, we have one here for ya. Next year, put this on your list and go check out the Northeast Kingdom Marathon in Vermont. Beautiful, scenic, free ANNNNDDD you get some Vermont syrup to bring home for your pancakes and waffles. How is this not bigger than it is already? Check out the link below and consider putting this one on you...

Send us Fan Mail The world of ultra running doesn't often have controversy or drama. Most of this community leaves that to the road or to other sports all together. However the last 7 days has brought out some drama behind one runner and what she may or may not be doing to fluff up her stats...when she honestly doesn't even need to. She is a rock star runner that really can let her resul...

Send us Fan Mail Something new this way comes. Yep, we're doing movie reviews now...well, sort of. The last few weeks have been crazy and that means travel, airplanes and movies on the plane. I saw one I just had to watch and share a review with you all. "26.2 to Life: Inside The San Quentin Prison Marathon" is a movie to watch, especially if you're a runner. Get ready to shed...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it takes to pull off the 50 mile distance? With such a continued boom in running and the ultra distances becoming more and more popular, we want to talk a little about what it takes to jump into a 50 miler. Let us know what your plans are for your next ultra? Is it your first ultra or is it the next big distance? Tell us about it! Go check out our Patreon and join...

Send us Fan Mail When you run a summer race, you probably are expecting it to potentially be hot. How hot is too hot for everyone's safety though? What's the protocol for road races? There seems to be quite a bit of difference between road races and trail races. What do you think? How hot is too hot and why? Go check out our Patreon and join the team! It won't even cost you anything...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what kind of testing PT Sports Pro can do? We'll talk about some of those tests on this episode and where you can go to find out more. Some of these tests can benefit you before your race, some after and some will help mid training block. Go check out the website or download the PT Sports Pro app today!   Check out the new PT Sports Pro website at: https://ptsport...

Send us Fan Mail Some love it and some hate it. All the tech gadgets and running improvements we've been blessed with over the years has no doubt, helped make us faster. But is there too much for what used to be a simple sport and hobby. We discuss some of those things and ponder the question, have we added too much? What do you think? Too much or just enough? Go check out our Patreon and joi...

Send us Fan Mail Mitch is giving us his honest feedback on his latest marathon. With this one, we cautiously go over how Mitch really feels. This is not his favorite but at the end of the day, it does have potential and isn't a bad race to go check out. It's just not tops on his list...he does have a long list tho, so remember that.  Check out more about the Idaho Falls Marathon here Go...

Send us Fan Mail PT Sports Pro is back for another episode of You Don't Know What You Don't Know to talk about what's been happening this summer...including injuries. Also, it's time to start prepping and getting ready for those fall races. Episode 1009 is here!  Check out the new PT Sports Pro website at: https://ptsportspro.com/ Send emails to Idontknowrunning@gmail.com or in...

Send us Fan Mail Mitch is back from crewing at Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Run 100. He shares his experience crewing and how Tahoe 100 is a little different in course layout than some other courses. This was a test of real fortitude to help get their runner across the finish line. This is why we show up on race day and run the race. Check out more about the Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Run here Go chec...