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⭐⭐ Turning George Into a Sub-4 Marathoner | Project 4 | TRJ #164

Rob sits down with his cousin George to kick off the next chapter of Project 4, the mission to break the elusive 4-hour marathon barrier. George shares his running background, what's clicked recently, and why this goal feels closer than ever.

The guys dive into what it actually takes to go sub-4, from training strategy and pacing to mindset and consistency. Is this the build that finally gets George there?

Plus, a quick NYC Marathon giveaway update and some classic stories to wrap things up.

Can George break 4?

CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:06 - Our Guest, George Grenier
00:04:46 - The Origin of Project 4
00:08:35 - George's Running Journey
00:17:14 - What Do We Like About Running?
00:23:41 - George's More Recent Build
00:28:38 - The Project 4 Build & Training/Strategy Talk
00:42:59 - NYC Giveaway Update
00:44:56 - How Hopeful is George About Project 4?
00:51:29 - More New York Talk, Old Stories & Closing Thoughts

🚀 New episodes every Thursday

#runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #halfmarathon

✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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⭐⭐ Project 4 Update, Race Plans &… Are We Overdoing It? | TRJ #163

This week on The Running Journey, we're diving into everything going on right now — from backyard training prep to race season plans heating up.

Charlie shares how his training is shaping up (and whether things are getting a little obsessive 👀), while Rob gives an update on his current fitness and what's ahead.

We also tease an upcoming race strategy, talk about the Winnipeg running scene and local Boston qualifiers, and check in on Project 4's progress.

Plus, updates on our NYC trip giveaway… and maybe Berlin?

If you're in the thick of training right now, this one will hit.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:36 - How's Charlie's Backyard Prep Going?
00:08:10 - Are We Borderline Running Addict
00:15:44 - How's Rob's Training Going?
00:24:46 - Charlie's Race Plan Teaser
00:27:56 - The Winnipeg Race Scene & Manitoban Boston Runners
00:34:50 - The Near Term Calendar
00:36:23 - Project 4 Update
00:43:57 - Charlie's Summer Gameplan & Recent Training
00:50:31 - NYC Trip Giveaway Update & Berlin?

🚀 New episodes every Thursday

#runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #halfmarathon

✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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⭐⭐ Can We Turn Our Friend Into a Sub-4 Marathoner? | Project 4 Begins | TRJ #161 w/ Donald Kehler

We're kicking off something special.

Meet Donny, our good friend and the newest athlete in Project 4, where we're helping him chase a sub-4 hour marathon.

In this episode, we break down his running background, what his training will look like, and how we'll actually get him to that 3:59 finish line. We also dive into pacing, RPE, trail running, and lessons from the LA Marathon.

We're also training our cousin George in Project 4 so some friendly competition is encouraged...

This is just the beginning.!

🎙 New episodes every week.

TIMELINE:

00:00:00 - Our Guest, Donald Kehler

00:03:00 - Donny's Running Past

00:15:38 - Donny's Project 4 Chances & Training Experience

00:18:53 - What Will a Sub-4 Hour Training Plan Look Like?

00:40:58 - How's Charlie Feeling After LA?

00:42:41 - Rate of Perceived Excursion (RPE)

00:54:38 - What Donny Loves Most About Running & Trail Running

01:02:57 - Donny's Manitoba Park Running Venture & Closing Convos

🚀 New episodes every Thursday

#runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #halfmarathon #LAmarathon #LosAngelesMarathon #LosAngeles

✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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⭐⭐ The Los Angeles Marathon 2026 Recap | Charlie's Race Breakdown | TRJ #160

In this episode of The Running Journey, Charlie breaks down his experience at the Los Angeles Marathon, from the trip down to LA, to race morning nerves, to how things unfolded on the course.

Did everything go according to plan? Not quite…

We dive into the full race recap including the start, the halfway mark, pacing strategy, and Charlie's honest assessment of the LA Marathon course and experience. Plus, we discuss the controversial "cheater" finisher medal story that made headlines around the race.

We also touch on what's next for the podcast and the upcoming Project 4 running calendar.

If you love marathon stories, race breakdowns, and honest discussions about the ups and downs of endurance racing, this episode is for you.

CHAPTERS:

00:00:00 - The Intro (Did You See the LA Marathon Finish?!)

00:04:00 - The Trip Down to LA

00:17:10 - Race Day

00:27:14 - The Start of The LA Marathon

00:40:53 - The Halfway Mark

00:47:39 - Charlie's Assessment of LA

00:57:22 - LA Marathon's "Cheater" Finisher Medal...

01:02:13 - "Project 4" & The Upcoming Calendar

🚀 New episodes every Thursday

#runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #halfmarathon #LAmarathon #LosAngelesMarathon #LosAngeles

✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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⭐⭐ Breaking 3 Hours at the Tokyo Marathon! | Full Race Recap | TRJ #159

Rob just ran the Tokyo Marathon and the result came down to the wire../

In this episode of The Running Journey, we break down everything from the trip to Japan, race morning nerves, pacing strategy, and what really happened during the second half of the race.

The goal was simple: break 3 hours at a World Marathon Major.

Did it happen? (Spoiler alert: yes it did)

We also talk about marathon pacing, super shoes, taper strategies, and Charlie's buildup toward the LA Marathon.

Plus…we announce a HUGE giveaway for listeners.

If you're training for a marathon, curious about the Tokyo Marathon experience, chasing a sub-3, or dreaming about running the World Marathon Majors, this episode is for you.

CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:02 - Tokyo Marathon: The Travel
00:15:52 - Race Morning
00:22:24 - The Start of the Race
00:34:33 - The Second Half
00:46:58 - World Major Sub 3 Progress & Shoe Talk
00:57:33 - THE GIVEAWAY
01:07:02 - Charlie's Tapering Story & Closing Thoughts

#runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #TokyoMarathon #Tokyo

✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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⭐⭐ Tokyo Marathon Weekend & LA Marathon Prep: Race Plans, Pacing & Predictions | TRJ #158

Tokyo Marathon weekend is here. LA Marathon is two weeks away.

In this episode of The Running Journey (TRJ #158), we break down our full race plans — pacing strategies, confidence levels, taper adjustments, carb loading, and realistic finish time predictions.

Rob is heading into the Tokyo Marathon (World Marathon Major), while Charlie and C-Mo are gearing up for LA. Two very different races. Two very different strategies.

If you're training for a marathon, chasing a sub-3, or trying to nail your race day pacing, this episode is packed with practical insight!

CHAPTERS:

00:00:00 - Our Guest Chris Chris Morrissette

00:05:52 - C-Mo's Training Progress for the LA Marathon

00:16:47 - Olympics Deep Dive...

00:34:40 - Charlie's LA Marathon Training

00:36:57 - Track Calculations Settled Once And For All

00:45:14 - Back to Charlie's Training

00:52:39 - The LA Marathon Gameplan

01:02:56 - Rob's Tokyo Confidence Levels & Pacing Strategies

01:10:04 - Charlie & C-Mo's Big 2027 Race...

01:12:43 - Closing Thoughts & Final Race Predictions

#runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #TokyoMarathon #LAMarathon

✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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⭐⭐ He's Running All 6 World Majors… Twice (And Already Finished Sydney) | TRJ #157 w/ Dwayne Wheeler

What does it actually take to run all 6 World Marathon Majors in ONE year?

In this episode of The Running Journey, we sit down with our friend Dwayne Wheeler — an endurance machine who is taking on all six Abbott World Marathon Majors in a single calendar year.

From his IRONMAN background to Boston stories, Tokyo prep, coaching, nutrition, shoes and the pursuit of the (now) 7 Star medal, this one goes deep into what it takes to train, recover, and stay mentally locked in for a wild race calendar.

If the World Majors are on your bucket list, this episode is for you.

🎙 Topics Covered:

- Dwayne's IRONMAN experience
- Building toward all 6 World Majors
- Boston & Tokyo training insight
- The 7 Star / Gold Club
- Coaching, scheduling & recovery
- Nutrition strategies
- Shoe talk & race intel

Whether you're chasing your first marathon or dreaming of collecting all six stars, this conversation gives you a real look behind the curtain.

Subscribe for weekly conversations about marathons, ultras, Ironman and everything in between.

CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 - Our Guest, Dwayne Wheeler
00:03:16 - Dwayne's IRONMAN experience
00:09:01 - Dwayne Wheeler's Running Journey
00:17:05 - Training Schedule & The Importance of a Coach
00:18:59 - Dwayne's Wild 2026 Calendar
00:23:20 - Dwayne's 7 Star Resume (The Major Marathons)
00:29:27 - The "Gold Club"
00:32:43 - Dwayne's Boston Story
00:34:54 - Tokyo Marathon Training
00:47:03 - More Training Stories
00:54:57 - Nutrition & Intel for Tokyo
01:02:48 - Shoe Talk & Closing Thoughts

#runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #halfmarathon

✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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