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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...
Race Day Shoes, The New Puma HYROX Drop & What We Actually Wear
In today’s episode of Running with James, we break down one of the hottest topics in hybrid and endurance racing right now:The release of the new Puma Deviate Nitro Elite HYROX race shoe.With major brands officially stepping into ...
Coach’s Clipboard Pt. 4: The 20% — Where Races Are Won
We talk about the 80% all the time — the easy miles, aerobic base, discipline, and patience.But this week on Running with James, we’re talking about the 20%.The hard stuff.The uncomfortable reps.The moment...
Coach’s Clipboard Ep 3: Effort Over Ego- Training With Purpose (Not for the Feed
In this episode of Running with James, we’re talking about intentional effort—why every run, lift, and workout should have a purpose. Not every day is meant to be easy, and not every hard effort is smart just because it looks go...
Coach’s Clipboard Ep. 2: Why More Training Is Making You Slower
In this episode of Coach’s Clipboard, James pulls back the curtain on one of the most common mistakes he sees with runners and hybrid athletes:Training more… and getting worse.From extra miles and unnecessary...
Coach’s Clipboard Ep. 1: Imposter Syndrome- When Growth Feels Uncomfortable
Stepping into a new season of training, leadership, or life often brings an unexpected feeling: Maybe I don’t belong here.In this episode of Running with James, Coach James opens his clipboard and talks honestly about imposter...
From Good to Great: Season 5 of RWJ starts now!
Season 5 starts with a reset. We’re talking New Year goals that actually stick, how to build a real plan instead of relying on motivation, and why letting go of old habits is the key to leveling up. Sometimes good isn’t bad—but it can still be ...
Stacking Miles & Moments | A Running with James Season Finale
In this Season Finale of the Running with James Podcast, James looks back on an incredible year—celebrating the wins, the work, and the people who made it possible.This episode also features a special appearance by Dr. W.E. Hutchins—Seni...