Chris Riley

Run the System

Health EN ↓ 10 episodes

Run the System is a podcast about the intersection of training, mindset, and identity. Host Chris explores how discipline, habits, and storytelling shape who we become—on the run and in life. Solo episodes, guest conversations, and weekly reflections designed to help you build a system that lasts, all while exploring his own system's path.

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Chris Riley

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Maybe Don't Go One More 04.07.2026 47:15

This week I sit down with Seth Block, an endurance athlete from Texas and also a teammate on Project Endure. We talk about what to do when injured and how to make the choice to back out of a race or to keep pressing forward, something that I am sure has plagued most runners.

Beighley On The Run 26.05.2026 1:00:44

Ali is out Beighley is in! This week I had the pleasure of speaking with not only my coach but a great friend too! Beighley kicked ass in Boston this year and is here to tell the story! Next up.... not actually Cape Cod...

Just Sign Up 17.05.2026 37:13

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with @AussieGirard to talk about his first marathon and where running has taken him. Austin signed up for his first marathon just 8 weeks before race day and is already looking towards the Cocodona 250 in 2027. The moral of this episode, peer pressure your friends into coming for a run with you, then just sign up.

Classroom to New York to London and Beyond 07.05.2026 1:06:39

This week I had the privilege to sit down with Tyler Jackowski from Classroom Horror stories, the Nobody Asked for This podcast and more. We laughed, we had fun, we talked about running; both the highs and the lows. IG: tylerjackowskiofficial IG: LifeOfCriley28

Boston Marathon Reflections 22.04.2026 20:43

Last weekend I was able to head to Boston to watch the Marathon and holy hell, Batman, it was electric. Have you ever been to Boston for the Marathon? Have you ever run it? What was it like? IG - LifeOfCriley28

I'm Quitting Running 23.03.2026 18:46

Welcome back to Run the System, this week, I talk about how shit has really hit the fan and the thought of just stopping running has been REAL. How are you all feeling? Instagram: @LifeOfCriley28

Do the next right thing! 25.02.2026 47:10

This week is not only a guest but also, a VIDEO episode? WHAHHHH????? This week I sit down with Austin Meyers, an endurance athlete who has built some pretty awesome systems for himself between life and training. Take a listen and let me know what you think? There are definitely some good take aways Austin shares.

Pivat! 11.02.2026 22:14

In this episode, Chris breaks down the moment you realize the routines, habits, and structures that once kept you grounded are now holding you back. Growth exposes the limits of old systems, and the real challenge isn’t pushing harder — it’s knowing when to pivot. #RunTheSystem #SystemShift#EvolvingIdentity#ChasingExcellence#LessFrictionMoreMomentum#PassionDriven#MindsetMatters#GrowthSeason#Rebuil...

Shoes Untied and Other Things That Didn't Work 19.01.2026 18:11

A week of training that felt heavier than it should have. A fast run with a sky‑high heart rate. A system stretched thin. In this episode, Chris breaks down what it means to feel “off,” why feedback matters more than mileage, and how shrinking the system can actually rebuild momentum. This is a reset week built on clarity, intention, and clean, winnable reps. #RunTheSystem#Podcast#RunningPodcast #...

The Starting Line 08.01.2026 8:12

Welcome to the very first episode of Run the System — a podcast about building a life through discipline, movement, and intentional design. In this introductory episode, Chris lays out the foundation of what this show is, why it exists, and what it means to “run the system” in real time. This episode sets the tone for everything that follows: honest storytelling, practical frameworks, and a commit...