Losing Running: When Injury Shakes Your Identity | Episode 163

Send us Fan MailIn this deeply personal episode of the I Don’t Know Running podcast, Mitch opens up about the mental, emotional, and physical toll of losing something that once defined him—running.After years of racing, training, and building a lifestyle around the sport, a series of health challenges forced Mitch to face life without running. From walking the neighborhood to battling unknown medical issues, to dealing with the weight of identity loss and emotional burnout—this episode is raw, honest, and incredibly relatable for anyone who's ever had something they love taken away.We talk about:Navigating injury and griefReframing identity beyond athletic performanceThe emotional weight of being on the sidelinesFinding purpose through walking, counseling, and communityAdvice for supporting friends going through similar seasonsWhether you're an injured runner, someone facing burnout, or just curious how passion and purpose intersect—this one’s for you.🎧 Subscribe, like, and share with someone who might need this conversation.🙏 And as always, happy running… or walking, or simply being.#RunningInjury #RunnerIdentity #MentalHealth #IDontKnowRunningPodcast #Ultrarunning #RunnerSupport #ComebackStory #RunningLife #FitnessStruggles #PodcastEpisodeCheck out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IDKRSupport the show