Lewis Hayden and Mitch Brouwer

I Don't Know Running

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The I Don't Know Running podcast is about how we're all learning to run in some way or another. Whether you're just starting to run a mile or you've ran 100's of marathons and are now in the ultra world, this is for you. We all continue to learn and have something to share. So join us in the discussion and help us make everyone's running experience better. We will talk about our experiences, your experiences, gear, races, and much more.

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Lewis Hayden and Mitch Brouwer

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Sports

Latest episode

Jul 5, 2026

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Episodes

Race Photography Replay | Episode 77 25.06.2023

Send us Fan Mail A replay from the most listened to episode last year. If you haven't heard it, give it a listen and if you have, listen again. This was a really fun episode.  Support the show

Crewing for a 100 mile race!! | Episode 076 18.06.2023

Send us Fan Mail What is it like to crew for a 100 mile trail race. We talk with Senez Rodriguez as he gets ready to crew for the first time. What does it take and what to expect. Lots can happen and you need to prepare for as much as you can.  Thanks so much for listening and please, like, share and subscribe. Support the show

Let's talk about summer running again! | Episode 075 11.06.2023

Send us Fan Mail Let's talk about what it takes to get in your runs during the summer heat which is quickly arriving and hitting us. This is an episode we ran last year but thought it was a good idea to share it again as things start warming up.  Support the show

Kidney Donor and Athlete Brandy Loseke | Episode 074 04.06.2023

Send us Fan Mail Joining us this week is Brandy Loseke from Colorado. Another kidney donor athlete to share her experience. She has a great story of her donation along with what she's been able to do with running since then. How about doing the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim, or qualifying for Boston and more.  Thanks so much for listening, sharing, subscribing and liking this episode of the...

Double Marathon Recap | Episode 073 21.05.2023

Send us Fan Mail Mitch and Brian talk about running a back to back (double) marathons. We'll talk about the races and what it feels like to run back to back days for a marathon...or longer. This isn't as straight forward as you might think. From travel to how the muscles feel, there's a lot that goes into running the double. Please listen, subscribe and share this episode of the I D...

What does donating a Kidney do to your running? | Episode 072 14.05.2023

Send us Fan Mail This week we talk with Tracey Hulick the founder of Kidney Donor Athlete, and Pete Bartels a kidney donor and athlete. If you have ever wondered what donating a kidney would do to your running or endurance sport, listen to this podcast.  Please go and check out the Kidney Donor Athlete page at: https://kidneydonorathlete.org/ Check out Tracey's story here: https://kidneydonor...

Race recap time! Boston Marathon 2023 | Episode 071 07.05.2023

Send us Fan Mail It wouldn't be right to not discuss the Boston Marathon race this year. It was very exciting to watch and see all the drama unfold among all the races.  Hope you enjoy and please subscribe, like and share the podcast with someone.  Support the show

Running, Walking, History, Touring and more | Episode 070 30.04.2023

Send us Fan Mail Who doesn't like learning a little about history and your town? If you join us and listen to Caroline Cook, that's just what you'll get. She is the founder and owner of Grand Rapids Running Tours. She loves sharing the history of this great city with all that want to learn a little more.  Check out the website at: https://grandrapidsrunningtours.com/ Support the sho...

It's Marathon Season!! | Episode 069 23.04.2023

Send us Fan Mail It's time!! Marathon race season is under way and there is no shortage of races to jump into. We talk about just how many there are just in the midwest alone...and that's a LOT. So get out there and enter to run your first, second or 100th marathon.  As always thanks so much for joining us along the way and if you like what you're hearing, please consider subscribin...

Boston Bombing 10 year Anniversary Discussion | Episode 068 16.04.2023

Send us Fan Mail We talk about our experience we had while at the Boston Marathon during the 2013 bombing. This was an intense experience for us all and one we will never forget. The discussion here is just a quick memory of what actually happened on that day 10 years ago. We hope and pray for nothing but healing for anyone involved or affected by these events.  Thanks so much for listening to our...

2:30 Marathon!! | Episode 067 09.04.2023

Send us Fan Mail We talk with Dan K. about running near 2:30 for the marathon and how he does it. Also what that kind of speed can offer a runner, like free race entries. Check out Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Arizona here Subscribe and share the podcast with someone. Thanks! Support the show

Big NEWS about PT Sports Pro!! | Episode 066 02.04.2023

Send us Fan Mail We talk with Terence Reuben about the new company in town called PT Sports Pro that treats ALL athletes like they are elite. We only brushed on so little of what is to come from this amazing new approach to treating athletes for all their needs. We have more to come soon and we are so excited about it. Check out the PT Sports Pro Facebook page here Support the show

Amway Riverbank Run Training Run Round 3 | Episode 065 26.03.2023

Send us Fan Mail We talk to some people from the Amway Riverbank Run. Some runners, some charity partners and more! This week we talk with Lauralee with the River Bank Run. She's been with the race for over 35 years. She knows a lot about it and shares it with us in this episode. Charity Partner Links below. The StoreHouse Family Futures Paws With A Cause Still I Run Check out more about the...

Amway Riverbank Run Training Run Round 2 | Episode 064 19.03.2023

Send us Fan Mail We talk to some people from the Amway Riverbank Run. Some runners, some charity partners and more! This week we talk with "The StoreHouse" and "Family Futures" along with Will who is the Director of the Amway Global Brand. Charity Partner Links below. The StoreHouse Family Futures Check out more about the race here: Amway River Bank Run Register here: Registrat...

Amway Riverbank Run Training Run | Episode 063 12.03.2023

Send us Fan Mail We talk to some people from the Amway Riverbank Run. Some runners, some charity partners and more! This week we talk with " Paws With A Cause " and " Still i run " along with Tracy who is the charity partners coordinator. More to come next week! Consistently ranked as one of the premier road racing events in the United States, the Amway River Bank Run is the si...

We (all runners) Need Your Help!! | Episode 062 05.03.2023

Send us Fan Mail We have been talking about this a little bit on the last few podcasts and wanted to give it a dedicated podcast. We're only scratching the surface here and it would be great to see a big push in volunteers showing up for races. If you run races you should consider volunteering at one soon. The reward is so worth it! Consider volunteering for a couple races coming up: She Runs...

Race Director Ron Knoll - IDKR Podcast | Episode 061 26.02.2023

Send us Fan Mail Race Director Ron Knoll joins us on the podcast this week to talk about some races and what all it takes to put a race on. Check out his races here: Bear Lake Tri and Du Armed Services Marathon Grand Haven Triathlon Support the show

Gregg and Dennis join us so Listen and Learn! | Episode 060 19.02.2023

Send us Fan Mail We have some experienced runners join us on this podcast and they have seen a lot. Listen and learn as they share some things on how they've made running fun and enjoyable for so many years.  Support the show

Groundhog Day Marathon (and half) Review!! | Episode 059 12.02.2023

Send us Fan Mail We sit down and discuss the last weekends Groundhog Day Marathon, Half-Marathon and the 1/6th Marathon World Championship. Freezing temps, snow packed trails, some whiskey shots, boos and more. Checkout our YouTube channel here . Click the like, subscribe and share it with someone! Thanks so much.  Support the show

Whiskey, Rolling, Running and Mt. Everest | Episode 058 05.02.2023

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we discuss what all these have in common with Patrick Dunning of the West Michigan Whiskey Rollers. They have a couple or races local to Grand Rapids, MI. Check out there website. Support the show

Grand Rapids Marathon Race Director Marathon Don | Episode 057 29.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail We talk with Marathon Don, race director for the Grand Rapids Marathon and the Groundhog Marathon. He shares some of what it took to start his first Marathon and how that transitioned into starting more. Sign up for the Groundhog Marathon Sign up for the Grand Rapids Marathon Support the show

Exciting News for the I Don't Know Running Podcast | Episode 056 22.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail We have some fun and exciting things happening for the I Don't Know Running podcast in 2023...and it starts here! Join us on the adventure.  Support the show

Ben Braman shares what it's like to be a Trail Builder | Episode 055 15.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail Adventure racer and Ultra Runner Ben Braman shares his journey to becoming a pioneer trail builder in Kentucky. See what it takes to dig in and build a trail where one does not exist. He has a real passion for his work and for his town and area.  Support the show

Stryd pod...what is it and what can it do for your running | Episode 054 08.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail We have Brad Pruim join us again on this episode to ask him some questions about the Stryd foot pod. Check out the Stryd Pod for measuring power during your run. We dive in a little deeper and see what this little thing can do for your running.  Support the show

Happy New Year!! What's going to happen to the podcast in 2023?? | Episode 053 01.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail We talk about what happened in 2022 and we discuss what's going to happen to the podcast in 2023.  Support the show

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