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Winter 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 Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch get into a super practical (and slightly ranty) conversation about treadmills:

Why so many treadmills turn into $2,000 clothes hangers

The real reason specs matter: body weight, impact, and durability

What “CHP” (continuous horsepower) actually means for runners

Used vs. new: when Marketplace is a steal… and when it’s a headache

Thoughts on popular picks like the Sole F80, NordicTrack 1750/2450, 3G Cardio, Landice, and why Life Fitness keeps showing up in gyms

Why subscriptions and fancy screens can turn your treadmill into an “expensive brick”

And a quick detour into curved/manual treadmills (Woodway style)—cool, brutal, and not cheap

If you’re trying to stay healthy, avoid winter wipeouts, and actually build fitness without beating yourself up on bad footing, this one’s for you.

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What 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 experience — from being late to the starting line, to legs that won’t move, to those magical dreams where you’re flying effortlessly down the trail.

We explore how sleep, training load, stress, and recovery all influence dream content, and what those dreams might be telling you about your performance, fatigue, and overall health. Is it anxiety? Adaptation? Overtraining? Or just your brain doing its thing?

We also talk about:

Common runner dreams (heavy legs, missed starts, endless climbs)

What science says about sleep, REM cycles, and motor learning

How bad sleep often shows up before bad performance

When dreams can be a warning sign vs. a positive signal

Ultra-running, sleep deprivation, hallucinations, and trail weirdness

Practical ways runners can use sleep as a training metric

We’re not dream experts — just runners sharing interesting research, personal experiences, and a few laughs along the way.

👉 Drop a comment: What’s the weirdest running dream you’ve ever had?
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Happy running. 🏃‍♂️

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Pacing 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 psychology of pacing and why so many runners blow up before fatigue ever truly sets in. From race-day adrenaline and comparison traps to fear-based pacing and watch obsession, we unpack the mental mistakes that quietly sabotage great races.

But this episode goes beyond running.

We explore how mindful pacing — patience, restraint, awareness, and emotional control — applies not just to marathons and ultras, but to training, work, relationships, and life itself. If you’ve ever gone out too fast because you felt amazing early… or played it too safe and left time on the table… this one’s for you.

In this episode, we cover:

Why pacing is mostly a mental skill, not a physical one

Common psychological traps that ruin race execution

How adrenaline, ego, fear, and comparison derail pacing plans

Mindful pacing strategies for race day

Training your brain to pace, not just your legs

Why “boring” early miles are a sign you’re doing it right

How better pacing on race day mirrors better decision-making in life

Whether you’re chasing a PR, a BQ, or just trying to run smarter and enjoy the process more, this episode will help you stay controlled when it matters most.

👉 Drop a comment and share your own pacing lessons or race stories — we’d love to hear them.

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Happy running.

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