In the Season 4 episode " Marathon " of My Wife and Kids , Jay trains for a race while a dismissive Michael attempts to win without any preparation, ultimately resorting to cheating after his body gives out. The plot also features a subplot about Tony struggling with his attraction to Claire, which causes him to ask her to dress down. The episode focuses on the couple's competition and Michael's inability to match Jay's dedication. You can watch this episode on Philo or Apple TV . "My Wife and Kids" Marathon (TV Episode 2003) - IMDb