The Mile You're In

The Mile You're In

In life we must take things one day at a time, taking baby steps to accomplish our goals. Each day, week, month or year can be considered the mile we're in on our journey. This podcast makes the connection between sports and personal life. Discussing how lessons learned through experiences in each can be applied to the other.

Episodes

April 28, 2025 14 mins

In life, whether in school, at work, during sports, or within a relationship, we need to treat things like our vehicles oil change. Things must be done regularly to maintain and ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible.

Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

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12 hours running around a track? In this episode I talk about my Bulldog Ultra 12 hour track race experience and the bible verse that I read just before the race that I kept in mind the whole time.

Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

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July 9, 2024 12 mins

In this episode I give ten examples of how a relationship between a coach and their athlete can be similar to a relationship with a romantic partner.


Hire Me As Your Run Coach: ⁠TheMileYoureIn.com

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

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June 22, 2024 19 mins


In this episode I share an encounter with a homeless woman and some verses from the bible that led me to expand a little more from the heart.

Hire Me As Your Run Coach: ⁠www.TheMileYoureIn.com

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

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June 8, 2024 36 mins

In this episode I talk about not letting your age discourage you from chasing your dreams and following your passions. I give a few examples and also share some interviews with athletes at the recent USATF Florida Masters Championship.


Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

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May 11, 2024 22 mins

In this episode, I discuss living up to your own expectations and not other people's expectations. Your passions, goals, dreams, and desires, should be yours, not someone else's.

Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

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April 27, 2024 58 mins

In this episode I'm joined by special guest Jennifer Ibeanusi. We discuss her journey as a Movement & Mindset coach, becoming a runner, dealing with alopecia, her faith in God, and more...

Follower Jennifer on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwjen

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getfitwjenn

Spotify: "Well Worth It" Podcast

Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

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April 13, 2024 47 mins

In this episode, I share secrets that running store managers and owners don't want you to know. Things that you should be cautious about when shopping at a running store. You'd hope that they would sell with integrity, but that's not always the case.


Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

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March 30, 2024 31 mins

In this episode, I discuss the many types of addictions that we deal with. I share personal struggles and discuss how even "good addictions" can be harmful.


Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

Song: Addiction by Bloodline & L4Y

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March 16, 2024 26 mins

In this episode I talk about how people will tell you that you can't or shouldn't do something, but a lot of times it's out of their own fear or lack of knowledge. I give examples of things people have done that others would deem impossible.

Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Awwyeah

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March 2, 2024 49 mins

In this episode, I bring back special guest and friend, Ashley Brasovan. She talks about her experience running through her entire pregnancy, including her impressive time running a mile at 9 months. Follow Ashley on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@ashley_brasovan

Hire Me As Your Run Coach: www.rrca.org/coach/phil-patterson-jr/

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠Awwyeah⁠⁠⁠

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February 17, 2024 42 mins

What is your impact and how are you being used? How are you using your talents and gifts to make a difference in this world? From my past making music, currently through this podcast, and in the near future, coaching other runners, my main goal is to be a positive in others lives.

To Hire Me As Your Run Coach: RRCA

To Support The Show: ⁠Patreon⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠Awwyeah⁠

Background Music: ⁠Chill Noons by Kronicle

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February 3, 2024 64 mins
In this episode, I interview Rachel Belmont who manages to work 12 hour shifts as a nurse followed by hours of training for ultra distance races like the Iditarod, Jungle Ultra in Peru, as well as some Fastest Known Time attempts. She also discusses why she moved on from skydiving and much more. When it comes to distance, there isn't one that she fears. Follow Rachel on the following: Facebook & Instagram To Support The Show: ⁠⁠pat...
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January 20, 2024 35 mins

Some people are like batteries, giving energy and life. Others are just those that drain from the batteries. There are people that compliment and people that complain. This episode discusses examples of people on both sides.

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠Awwyeah⁠

Background Music: ⁠Closer by Jay Someday

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January 6, 2024 25 mins

This is the time of year most make resolutions. Some start out promising and flop. Others start out tough but end successfully. Most go on a rollercoaster of highs and lows. In this episode I share some running and life examples of each while reminding you that dedication and persistency is more important than motivation and inspiration.

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠⁠

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December 16, 2023 36 mins

In this episode, I explain how although successful, we should remain humble, because it can easily and quickly be taken away. In our success, we can still lift up others and should be grateful, instead of cocky and arrogant.


To Support The Show: ⁠Patreon⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠Awwyeah⁠

Background Music: ⁠Chill Noons by Kronicle

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November 28, 2023 36 mins

Story time! In this episode, I share two stories of experiencing extreme dehydration during long runs, which sent me to the emergency room.


To Support The Show: ⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠Awwyeah⁠

Background Music: ⁠Closer by Jay Someday

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November 21, 2023 45 mins

A recent storm led to a discussion at work, which led to me sharing about my wild experience at the Skydive Ultra 100 miler. A story of literally weathering the storm to accomplish a goal. I share highlights from the race and touch on the importance of staying ready.

To Support The Show: ⁠Patreon⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠Awwyeah⁠

Background Music: ⁠Chill Noons by Kronicle

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October 31, 2023 23 mins

In this episode, I talk about changing things up to make things happen. Too many times we do the same things over and over, yet expect different results. We must identify what to start doing or stop doing to produce different results.

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠⁠Awwyeah⁠⁠

Background Music: ⁠⁠Limitless by CFM Production

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October 20, 2023 71 mins

In this episode, special guest, Nike Long Jumper, Rhesa Foster and I discuss becoming a long jumper, choosing Oregon, going pro, and trusting God during the entire journey. From the highs to the lows, trusting it will all work out for good. Follow Rhesa On Instagram: ⁠@Rhesa_Justine

To Support The Show: ⁠⁠patreon.com/HeelStriker954⁠

Intro & Outro Produced By: ⁠Awwyeah⁠

Background Music: ⁠Closer by Jay Someday


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