AI Training Plans vs. Human Coaches (and Why UTMB’s Website Drives Us Crazy) | IDKR Episode 173
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AI Training Plans vs. Human Coaches (and Why UTMB’s Website Drives Us Crazy) | IDKR Episode 173
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In this episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch dive into a hot topic in the running world—AI training plans vs. hiring a coach. Can artificial intelligence really guide you through a 100K ultra, or is the wisdom and accountability of a human coach irreplaceable?
Along the way, Lewis shares updates from his California Fall Classic 100K training cycle, including how he’s handling knee flare-ups, back-to-back long runs, and even practicing “aid station” strategies with peanut butter & jelly sandwiches. Mitch opens up about his walk/run comeback approach, what the data is showing him, and why slowing down to recover is harder than it seems.
Oh, and we can’t forget the rant—Lewis is not a fan of the UTMB website (but he is a big fan of how the California Fall Classic makes race info so clear).
Whether you’re curious about AI tools for running, thinking about hiring a coach, or just want to hear real stories about training highs and lows, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and a dose of runner honesty.
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