I Don't Know Running

We know...we can't believe it either. We're so excited to be back in the studio recording more podcasts. Here we are going to just quickly go over where we've been and where we are going. We hope you will enjoy and come along with us. Let us know what you want to hear on the podcast. We don't care of off the wall you may think it is either. Share with us what you want to hear as long as it has a little to do with running.Support the show

It's summer time and that means it's time to take a break and recharge...for everyone. Get out there, enjoy a run, run how and what you want. Let the stress go and just enjoy being outside and running. We have many things planned for the fall and we're excited to get it rolling. Thanks for listening, sharing and subscribing to the podcast.Support the show

Marc VK joins us and talks about his Bayshore Marathon and if he qualified for Boston or not. Thanks so much for listening and please be sure to share this with someone. Support the show

Here's another favorite from last year that got a lot of listens. If you know of anyone that likes the Triathlon arena be sure to share this one with them. Brad does a great job talking about his race and the experience that is Ironman World Championship in Hawaii. As always thanks so much for listening. We'll be back with more new content soon!Support the show

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

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 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

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 I Don't Know Running podcast.Support the show

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 Don't Know Running podcast. First State Trail Race 50k websiteYork Marathon and Half Marathon websiteThanks so much for being a part of the podcast!!Support the show

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://kidneydonorathlete.org/founder/Check out Pete's story here: https://kidneydonorathlete.org/2019/08/14/pete/Support the show

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. 

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/

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 subscribing, sharing and liking the podcast. 

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 podcast. Be sure to like and subscribe to hear more of our experiences in running.

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 hereSubscribe and share the podcast with someone. Thanks!

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

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 StoreHouseFamily FuturesPaws With A CauseStill I RunCheck out more about the race hereRegister here

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 StoreHouseFamily FuturesCheck out more about the race here: Amway River Bank Run Register here: Registration for the race! 

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 site of the Men's 25K American and Course record (1:13:47; 2019); Women's 25K American record (1:24:36; 2012) and former Men's 25K World record (1998). The 25K has been the site of the USA 25 km Open Championships since 1995.Check out more about the race here: https://amwayriverbankrun.com/Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/GrandRapids/AmwayRiverBankRun

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 Grand Rapids 2023Tri Del Sol Triathlon 2023Or maybe one of the other races we've talked about. Thanks so much for listening and sharing this podcast!

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 DuArmed Services MarathonGrand Haven Triathlon

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. 

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. 

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.

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 MarathonSign up for the Grand Rapids Marathon

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. 

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. 

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. 

We talk about what happened in 2022 and we discuss what's going to happen to the podcast in 2023. 

We talk with Catra Corbett about her story and a lot more! This is a great discussion of everything life and running. Real, raw and vulnerable is all over this discussion. I hope you enjoy it and share it with someone. Catra Corbett websiteCatra's book Reborn on the Run

Matt has a LOT of stupid ideas. We talk about just some of those today. Be sure to check out Matt's Stupid Ideas web page or his Facebook page to see more. 

What's it like to run your first ultra? What's it like to hike and climb up mountains? We talk about both of those things in this weeks episode. 

Christy Middleton of Kaizen Life Nutrition joins us to talk about nutrition in life and in sports. We take a 30,000 foot view of some things tied to how we eat and how that affects the body when we train, race and just live life. Be sure to check out Kaizen Life Nutrition and send Christy a message if you have any questions of just want to learn more. 

We have dreams...like so many others. Let's discuss some Turkey Trots and much much more. Don't forget to give thanks for all the blessings in your life and reach out to someone and let them know how much they mean to you. Give tons of grace and understanding in the busy holiday season. Thank you all for listing and being a part of this podcast. 

This week, we take a little road trip back home...to where it all started. We sit down with Nicole's dad and talk about what got him started and what got Nicole into running. In turn, that got a lot of us excited and into running as well. 

Martha from the Martha Runs the World podcast reached out to have us join her on the podcast. This is that interview. Be sure to check out her podcast by clicking the link below.Martha Runs the World Podcast 

We talk with Marc Vander Kooi about how he went from running to get better health insurance costs, to hopefully one day qualifying for the Boston Marathon. 

Josh Sprague joins us by phone from Texas to talk about what started Orange Mud and a WHOLE lot more. Check out Orange Mud for all your hydration needs. They have some amazing gear to keep you hydrated while running. Also check out the Transition Wrap which is an awesome piece of gear for more than just running. Check out Seven Clay for amazing custom company gear. 

We've talked about My Team Triumph several times on the podcast. Who better to have join us than one of the founding members of the organization?Want to get involved? Click the link to My Team Triumph West Michigan.Want to join us at the MTT Ball and meet some of the captains and angels? Click the link to purchase a ticket and help an amazing organization. 

In this episode we talk with World Championship Ironman competitor Brad Pruim. He'll also dive into his training and how that's evolved over the years. 

We rehash some thoughts about being happy with where you're at and why we're even doing this podcast. 

We talk about a couple world records broken in this episode. Starting with Eliud Kipchoge's marathon world record and moving on to Aleksandr Sorokin's 24-hour world record.  We talk about just how fast they were running and it's insane!Also click the link to learn more about myTEAM TRIUMPH and see how you can get involved like Mitch is doing at the Grand Rapids Marathon in a couple weeks. 

Matt  and Linnae join us this week to talk about their experience with running The Marquette Trail 50k. One of my favorite races to do, The Marquette Trail 50 is one to put on your list to go do. https://www.marquettetrail50.com/

Mitch is back and we talk about his time on the John Muir Trail. We'll also give some updates on where we are with running and what we're looking forward to next year. 

What happens when you find yourself in a running funk or rut? You need to get out of it. We chat a little bit about what happens when you find yourself there...like we are...and some ways to dig yourself out. 

We talk about what's happening lately and where Mitch is on his hike of John Muir Trail. Also some updates from my training and what my plans are for my next 100 miler. 

We talk with Joe and Linda about their thru-hike of the Appalachian trail. So many stories and memories shared in this episode. For more info check out the Appalachian Trail Conservancy webpage at: https://appalachiantrail.org/

"The Pusher" has joined us this week. So many people have been coaxed into races by this guy. He's a special friend to us and so many others in the endurance arena. 

We talk with some experienced runners who have been a part of the boom in running. They have a love and passion for running and love to share it. Let's chat with Ron and Steve. 

Let's talk about what happens when you don't get your training in. Lewis runs the Riley Trails Marathon and it was rough. Here's the link for Egress Endurance and the Riley Trails Marathon: https://www.egressendurance.com/

We have a special guest joining us in studio today to turn the table and give us some questions on running from a different perspective.