Dr. Joggle & Mr. Stride | Running Psychology Reader Hub

RUN.STOIC.STRIDES · THE RUNNER'S INNER ARGUMENT

Two voices. One runner. Endless negotiations.

Dr. Joggle & Mr. Stride's Slightly Irreverent Guide to the Psychology of Running

One voice says, “Easy means easy.” The other spots a runner just ahead and suddenly invents a championship final. Meet the characters behind the familiar arguments happening in every runner's head.

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Paperback · A humorous and practical gift for runners

Dr. Joggle and Mr. Stride paperback book cover

FUNNY BECAUSE IT'S FAMILIAR

Every runner has an inner committee.

Training isn't only about legs, lungs and watches. It's also about overthinking, comparison, motivation, self-talk and those creative excuses we tell ourselves. This book uses humor as a route toward greater self-awareness.

01 · The easy-run dilemma

When the schedule says easy but your ego discovers a rival at the next lamppost.

02 · The mental shortcuts

Notice the stories, comparisons and automatic reactions that influence running decisions.

03 · A useful second thought

Explore practical reflection tools inspired by established psychological approaches.

04 · Laugh, then learn

Recognize the pattern, enjoy the absurdity and consider a wiser next choice.

What you'll find inside

32 recognizable running psychology patterns
Tools inspired by ACT, CBT, DBT and mindfulness
Situations from training, racing and recovery
Humor that leads to more awareness and better decisions

Who is it for?

Runners who recognize themselves in funny training habits, love the mental side of the sport, or want to give another runner something entertaining and thoughtful.

A distinctive gift for running friends, clubmates and marathon finishers.

READER HUB · YOUR INNER RUNNER CHECK-IN

Which voice turned up on your last run?

Dr. Joggle: “Recovery runs should support recovery.”

Mr. Stride: “Of course. Unless the watch can record a course record.”

Dr. Joggle: “Missing one session won't define the season.”

Mr. Stride: “But what if this was the one magical Tuesday?”

Dr. Joggle: “Your race deserves a sensible opening pace.”

Mr. Stride: “Counterproposal: follow the fast people and negotiate later.”

Try this: On your next run, notice one impulsive thought, name it without judgment and choose your response deliberately.

Original reader-hub examples, inspired by the book's premise; not excerpts from the book or a substitute for mental healthcare.

The book is only the beginning

This page is your permanent reader hub. Book updates, companion exercises, bonus material and Spotify audio links can be added here when available—without changing the printed book.

DR. JOGGLE & MR. STRIDE