Running With James
At Running With James, we want to grow a community for runners and fitness enthusiasts from all walks of life. We are passionate about fitness and want to share that passion with others through the discussion of training tips and techniques, nutrition, gear reviews and how running and fitness affect our everyday lives.
Episodes
151 episodes
The Neck Rule, Part 2: Training Smart When You’re Sick
In Part 1, we broke down the dangers of training while sick. Now in Part 2, we take it further—unpacking how to make the smartest choices for your health, fitness, and long-term performance.You’ll discover:<...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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1:02:42
The Neck Rule Explained: When to Push and When to Rest
Feeling sick but still tempted to lace up? The Neck Rule might be the most important guideline you’ve never heard of. In this episode of Running with James, we break down when training while sick is (maybe) okay—and when it can seriously hurt y...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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44:04
The 7 Deadly Sins of Training: How to Stop Sabotaging Your Own Success
Think you’re training smart? You might be committing one of the 7 Deadly Sins of Training—and sabotaging your own progress without even realizing it. In this episode, James breaks down the biggest mistakes runners, HYROX athletes, and hybrid co...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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1:20:21
Grit, Grind & Gratitude: Mastering the Mindset with Terry the Trainer
This week on Running with James, we’re joined by Terry the Trainer — certified strength & conditioning coach, certified neuroscience specialist, keynote speaker, and all-around motivator on a mission to speak life into both body and mind. W...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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1:28:43
Tough Love or Bubble Wrap? Saving Athletes from Themselves (and Maybe You Too)
This week on Running with James, Coach Lauren flips the script and puts Coach James and Coach Carlos in the hot seat to tackle one of the hardest parts of coaching—guiding athletes through tough times. Whether it’s injury, burnout, personal set...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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1:04:20
Death to Beast Mode: Why You’re Not Getting Faster or Stronger
You’ve been told to hustle harder. To grind every day. To live in beast mode. But what if that mindset is actually killing your progress?In this episode, James breaks down the myth of “no days off” and exposes why maximum effo...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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1:24:19
The Problem with Easy Runs (It’s Not What You Think)
Is the 80/20 method just for advanced runners logging 50+ miles a week? In this episode, we push back on that popular belief and make the case that runners of all levels—from first 5Ks to marathoners—can benefit from 80/20 training. We’ll expla...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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1:12:11
Fix the Form, Break the Ceiling: Common Mistakes & Coaching Wins
In this episode of Running with James, we pull back the curtain on the most common mistakes runners make—from form breakdowns to mindset traps—and the coaching strategies we use to help athletes overcome them. Whether you’re struggling with pos...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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1:23:11
From Base to Beast Mode: Build Your Race-Ready Foundation
The off-season is over — it’s go time. In this solo episode, James delivers your pre-season wake-up call with a high-energy breakdown of what it takes to level up for your best race season yet. From hard lessons learned last year to what’s tren...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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1:01:05
The 20 Percent: Where the Magic Happens
In this episode of Running with James, we dive deep into the critical 20%—the speed work, tempo runs, and threshold efforts that push you past plateaus and build true race-day power. From short intervals to long grinding efforts, we break down ...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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1:27:48
No Race, No Problem: Training Like It Counts through Progression & Periodization
No medal. No crowd. No finish line. So why keep pushing?In this episode of Running with James, we’re flipping the script on off-season training and tackling the myth that you need a race to stay motivated. Because real athletes don’t jus...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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1:13:57
Invisible Work, Unstoppable Results: How to Win Before Race Day Arrives
This week on Running with James, we’re diving into the “invisible season”—those months between training blocks and race days when no one’s watching… and the real work begins.Whether you’re in the thick of summer training or te...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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1:03:54
Setback or Set Up? What to Do When the Plan Changes
You trained. You traveled. You were ready to race. Then… everything changed.In this episode of Running with James, we share the behind-the-scenes story of our trip to HYROX NYC—where canceled waves meant no race and plenty of unexpected ...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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58:50
Mid-Year Mindset Check: Reset, Refocus, and Finish Strong
We’re halfway through 2025—and it’s time for a gut check. In this episode of Running with James, we’re taking a strategic pause to evaluate our progress, recalibrate our goals, and reignite the grit we need to finish the year strong....
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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1:23:52
HYROX Strong: Inside the Event Built for Power and Precision
In this episode of Running with James, we go behind the scenes of our HYROX Strong event hosted at BC Fitness. Whether you’re a first-time competitor or a seasoned racer, we break down everything you need to know—event layout, strategy tips, pa...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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1:17:01
Training Truths: Cutting Through the Noise
From Liver King’s raw meat madness to Knees Over Toes Guy’s bulletproof training claims, social media is flooded with fitness gurus shouting conflicting advice. Who’s right? Who’s real? In this episode of Running with James, we break down how t...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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1:31:55
From Mud to Metal: Why Trail Running Is the Secret Weapon for Every Athlete
Whether you’re chasing road miles, prepping for HYROX, or charging through obstacles, trail running could be the missing piece in your training puzzle. In this episode, we dive into the gritty world of trail vs road running—breaking down how te...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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1:08:04
The Hangover: Recovery After the Race
So you crossed the finish line… now what? In this episode, we tackle the infamous Post Race Hangover—the soreness, the fatigue, and the temptation to do absolutely nothing. James breaks down smart recovery strategies to help you bounce back str...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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1:05:43
The Heat Is On: Why Summer Training Will Make You Faster (If It Doesn’t Kill You First)
Is training in 100-degree weather a terrible idea… or your secret weapon for a fall PR? In this episode, James dives deep into the science and strategy of summer training—why heat and humidity can actually boost your performance, how much water...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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1:20:26
Chasing Greatness: The Making of a Hybrid Athlete with Jessica Burnette
This week on Running with James, we sit down with Jessica—Boston Marathon qualifier, executive, wife, mother, and now a freshly minted HYROX athlete. She’s living proof that you can chase big goals while juggling life’s demands.<...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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1:16:40
Run with Confidence, Not Ego: The Mindset That Wins Races
In this episode of Running with James, we’re diving into one of the most important (and overlooked) tools in your training toolbox: confidence. But not the hype-up kind—real confidence, the kind that’s earned through discipline and preparation....
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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1:18:29
5 Life Lessons Running Taught Me
Running isn’t just about pace and distance—it’s about life. In this episode of Running with James, we break down five powerful life lessons learned through training, racing, and just showing up. From pushing through pain to realizing that age i...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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1:11:34
Training Like a Pro (Without the Full-Time Schedule)
Want to train like an elite without quitting your day job? In this episode, we break down what the pros do differently—and how you can apply it to your training. Learn the best ‘bang for your buck’ workouts, how to structure your week for max g...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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57:04
Houston HYROX Recap: Podiums, PRs & Powerful Moments
This week on Running with James, we’re breaking down all the action from HYROX Houston! From epic podium finishes to personal bests and unforgettable stories of grit and determination, we’re recapping the highs, the challenges, and everything i...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:27:26
Forward: Lessons from Training & Racing Mistakes
Every runner has been there—bad pacing, wrong gear choices, overtraining, and race-day regrets. In this episode of Running with James, we dive into the biggest training and racing mistakes we’ve made, what we’ve learned, and how setbacks can ac...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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1:05:10