Cameron Hanes - Keep Hammering Collective KHC 191 - Tommie Runz
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Apr 28, 2026 Tommie Runz, endurance athlete and motivational storyteller who transformed his life through sobriety and running. He talks about his rapid rise from sober newcomer to a 2:48 marathoner, Boston qualifier, and World Marathon Majors finisher. Conversation covers ultra adventures, coaching and training choices, building a platform, and using storytelling to inspire diverse runners.
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Stop Lying And Get Help Now
- Admit lack of control and seek help immediately when you know drinking isn't okay.
- Use small triggers (family concerns, employee assistance, therapist) to stop lying and enter recovery quickly.
Podcasts Grew From Training Chats
- Tommie hosts two podcasts: The Tommie Runz Show and The PR Project with friends, which grew from training-to-PR conversations.
- He leverages race training and brand collaborations to create content and live shows like at Eugene.
Impact Matters More Than Reach
- The most rewarding part for Tommie is hearing people say his sobriety story helped them get sober or stay sober.
- One meaningful outreach (a person messaging) outweighs thousands of views for him.