I Don't Know Running

I Don't Know Running

Lewis Hayden and Mitch Brouwer

Episodes 212
Avg. Duration 42m
Activity Highly Active
Since Nov 2021
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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100%
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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

S5E198 Ironman Will DQ You for This in 2026 | Episode 198

Mar 01, 2026 27m

Send a textIf 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…

S5E197 Fastest Half Marathon Ever — But It Doesn’t Count

Feb 22, 2026 23m

Send a textHe 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 —…

S5E196 Running Etiquette 101: What Every Runner Needs to Remember | Episode 196

Feb 15, 2026 22m

Send a textTrail 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…

S5E195 How Rare Is a 100-Mile Finish? (The Endurance Curve Explained) | IDKR Episode 195

Feb 08, 2026 32m

Send a textEndurance 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…

S5E194 The Illusion of Precision: Why Your Running Watch Might Be Lying to You | IDKR Episode 193

Feb 01, 2026 38m

Send a textAre 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…

S5E193 If You Had $1,000–$6,000 to Run Anywhere… Where Would You Go? | IDKR Episode 193

Jan 25, 2026 33m

Send a textWhat 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…

S5E192 Is Ultrarunning Healthy Long-Term? What Science Still Can’t Answer | IDKR Episode 192

Jan 18, 2026 28m

Send a textIn 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…

S5E191 Treadmills: Why They Become $2,000 Clothes Hangers (And What To Buy Instead) | IDKR Episode 191

Jan 11, 2026 51m

Send a textWinter 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…

S5E190 Decoding Runner’s Dreams: What Your Sleep Reveals About Performance | IDKR Episode 190

Jan 04, 2026 26m

Send a textWhat 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…

S4E189 The Psychology of Pacing: How Runners Blow It Early (And How to Fix It) | IDKR Episode 189

Dec 28, 2025 43m

Send a textPacing 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…

S4E188 Running in Your 50s: What Changes, What Hurts, and What Still Works | IDKR Episode 188

Dec 21, 2025 36m

Send a textRunning 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,…

S4E187 The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Runners (From $5 to “Are You Serious?”) | IDKR Episode 187

Dec 14, 2025 35m

Send a textWinter 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…

S4E186 Are You Ready for Remote Runs? | 3 Safety Pillars | IDKR Episode 186

Dec 07, 2025 38m

Send a textHow 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…

S4E185 Runner vs Non-Runner Language: Why Our “Easy Run” Isn’t Easy | IDKR Episode 185

Nov 30, 2025 33m

Send a textIn 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…

S4E184 The Crazy Foods That Keep Ultrarunners Moving (Coke, Broth & Grilled Cheese) | IDKR Episode 184

Nov 23, 2025 35m

Send a textLewis 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:…

S4E183 The Craziest Olympic Marathon Ever: The Insane 1904 St. Louis Disaster | IDKR Episode 183

Nov 16, 2025 30m

Send a textThis 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…

S4E182 The World’s Most Iconic Marathons | Historic Races Every Runner Should Know | IDKR Episode 182

Nov 09, 2025 29m

Send a textWhat 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…

S4E181 Running Reimagined: Grasshoppers, Golf Ultras & Cultures Who Run Differently | Episode 181

Nov 02, 2025 38m

Send a textIn this episode, Lewis survives grasshopper season 🌱🦗 and discovers a wild new fitness challenge — combining golf and an ultra run. Yes… someone ran 92 miles and played 810 holes of golf…

S4E180 CFC 100K Recap: 50 Miles, 11k’ Vert, and the Mental Game I Lost (and Learned From) | Episode 180

Oct 26, 2025 46m

Send a textWe went all-in on the California Fall Classic 100K—remote aid, relentless climbing, and a day that turned into a masterclass in ultra mindset. Lewis ran ~50 miles (≈11,000 ft gain) before…

S4E179 Trail Running: Escaping Urban Overload - Finding Peace Beyond the Pavement | IDKR Episode 179

Oct 19, 2025 38m

Send a textThis week on the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch are soaking in race week vibes — the California Fall Classic 100K is here, and Lewis hopes he’s celebrating a finish by the…

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