Running With James
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FAILURE IS AN OPTION | Why You Need to Fail to Get Better
What if failure isn’t something you should avoid?What if it’s actually part of the process?In this episode of Running with James, we’re flipping the script on failure. As athletes, we’re constantly chasing PRs, fas...
THE HEAT IS ON: Why Running in the Heat Makes You Stronger, Faster & Smarter
THE HEAT IS ON!Summer running can make you question everything—your pace is slower, your heart rate is higher, and every mile feels harder. But what if that struggle is actually making you a better runner?This week on Ru...
Training Truths: Stop Chasing Hacks | The Secret Is Consistency
Everyone is searching for the next breakthrough workout, recovery gadget, or supplement that promises faster results. But what if the biggest gains don’t come from the latest trend?In this episode of Training Truths, Coach James c...
Training Truths: Nutrition Is Simpler Than You Think
Nutrition has never been more confusing. One day carbs are the enemy. The next day they’re essential. Every week there’s a new diet, a new supplement, or a new “secret” to losing weight and improving performance.In this episode of...
Training Truths EP 2 | The Truth About Motivation
Why do so many people start strong but struggle to stay consistent?In this episode of Training Truths, Coach James dives into one of the biggest myths in fitness: the idea that you need motivation to succeed.The truth? Moti...
Training Truths Ep. 1 | When Healthy Makes People Uncomfortable
What if the hardest part of your fitness journey wasn’t the training—but the reactions of the people around you?In the first episode of our new Training Truths series, Coach James sits down with Melanie to share her remarkable jou...
The New Rules of HYROX | Who Should You Trust?
HYROX is evolving, and so should your training.This week on the Running with James Podcast, Coach Tommy joins the show as we break down the latest HYROX rule changes, what they mean for athletes, and how they’ll impact both traini...
The Performance Lab – Week 6: Trust the Process (Even When You Can’t See the Progress)
Success isn’t built in a single workout, one race, or even one season—it’s built through consistency, patience, and trusting the work when the results aren’t immediately visible.In Week 6 of The Performance Lab, we’re talking abou...
The Performance Lab: Why You’re Plateauing (And Probably Don’t Know It)
Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things—showing up, putting in the work, staying consistent—but somehow you’re not getting any better?You’re not alone.In Week 5 of The Performance Lab, we tackle one of the most f...
The State of HYROX: NYC Controversy, Ticket Chaos & the Road to Worlds
This week on Running with James… Coach Carlos is BACK!We dive into the current state of HYROX and there’s a lot to unpack:🔥 The controversy surrounding HYROX NYC 🎟️ Why getting a race ticket feels harder...
Bigger Than Me: Running, Purpose & Community ft. Christian Rhodes
This week on the Running with James Podcast, we’re joined by new friend Christian Rhodes—ultra runner, Ironman finisher, owner of Rhodes Run Lab, and a guy whose mission goes far beyond selling running shoes.Christian share...
THE PERFORMANCE LAB – Week 4 The People Behind Performance
With Special Guest Co-Host Leah Wyatt & Coach LaurenEpisode DescriptionIn the world of running, HYROX, and endurance sports, we spend a lot of time talking about training plans, workouts, nutritio...
THE PERFORMANCE LAB – Week 3 Built Under Pressure: How Great Athletes Respond to Adversity
Everybody loves the highlight reel: PRs, podiums, and race photos. But what actually builds great athletes? Pressure. Adversity. Failure. Fatigue. The moments when things don’t go according to plan.In Week 3 of The Performance...
THE PERFORMANCE LAB Week 2 | The Growth Zone: Why Comfort Never Creates Speed
Everybody wants to get faster… until training gets uncomfortable.In Week 2 of The Performance Lab, James is joined once again by returning guest cohost Coach Tommy to break down why real growth only happens when you step outside your com...
The Performance Lab: Stop Working Out, Start Training Like an Athlete
Welcome to the first episode of The Performance Lab, a new Running With James series focused on building better athletes from the inside out.In this episode, we break down the difference between simply working out and actually tra...
Behind the Coach: Jessica Puts Coach James in the Hot Seat
Jessica takes over the mic and flips the script, putting Coach James in the hot seat for a conversation you don’t usually get to hear.We go beyond splits and training plans and dive into the real story: the challenges that shaped the jou...
The Off-Season Blueprint (Part 3): Fine Tune Your Training & Get Race Ready (ft. Rocky)
We’ve assessed. We’ve rebuilt. Now it’s time to fine tune.In Part 3 of our Off-Season Blueprint series, we break down how to sharpen your training, dial in your focus, and make sure you’re actually ready to perform when race seaso...
The Off-Season Blueprint (Part 2): How to Rebuild Your Engine the Right Way
In Part 2 of our Off-Season Blueprint series, we’re joined by special guest host Tommy Zamora to break down how to rebuild your foundation the right way. From Zone 2 training to running form, strength, and sustainable structure, this is your ro...
The Off season Blueprint part 1:Post-Season Reality Check
The season is over—but before you jump into the next training cycle, it’s time for a reality check.You showed up. You put in the work. You stayed consistent…So why didn’t the results match the effort?I...
COACH’S CORNER | More Than Training: The Mindset & Life Behind Performance
Welcome to the very first episode of Coach’s Corner—a new Running with James series created exclusively for our Patreon community.In this episode, I sit down with two of our own, Coach Carlos and Coach Lauren, to pull back the curtain on...
HYROX Houston Is HERE: Inside the Race Weekend Experience
It’s race weekend in Houston and the energy is unreal In this episode of Running With James, we’re coming to you live from HYROX Houston...
HYROX 301: Race Week — Lock In, Taper Smart & Get Ready to Go
We’re officially one week out from HYROX Houston… and now it’s time to lock in.After breaking down HYROX 101 (what it is) and HYROX 201 (how to race it), this episode is all about HYROX 301: Race Week—how to taper smart, manage your mind...
HYROX 201: Race Day Tactics for Your Best Performance
Last week we covered HYROX 101, what the sport is and why it’s exploding in popularity.This week we’re going deeper with HYROX 201.With HYROX Houston right around the corner, we break down the strategies that can make or break you...
HYROX 101: What to Expect and How to Perform Your Best
HYROX Houston is around the corner, and in this episode of Running with James, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about one of the fastest-growing fitness races in the world.From the structure of the race to the s...
Life in Rhythm: Terry Williams on Growth, Burnout & the Yellow Light Lifestyle
This week on Running with James, we sit down with BC Athlete, keynote speaker, motivator, and author Terry Williams for a powerful conversation about rhythm, growth, and sustainable performance.As hometown race season heats up, we explor...