Running With James

Send us Fan Mail 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 journey of losing more than 100 pounds and discovering a passion for running that transformed her life. Along the way, she expected challenges like early m...

Send us Fan Mail 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 training and race day. We also tackle one of the biggest challenges in the sport today: with so much advice online, how do you know who to trust? From social...

Send us Fan Mail 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 about one of the hardest lessons every athlete has to learn: trusting the process . Whether you’re training for a marathon, preparing for HYROX, chasing a...

Send us Fan Mail 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 frustrating challenges athletes face: the plateau. We break down the hidden reasons runners, HYROX athletes, and fitness enthusiasts stop progressing, e...

Send us Fan Mail 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 than ever  🌎 What to expect as the World Championships approach  📈 Is HYROX growing too fast, or is this just the next phase of the sport? And of course, Don Carlito himself...

Send us Fan Mail 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 shares the story behind Rhodes Run Lab, how he got started in endurance sports, and the experiences that shaped his personal motto: “Bigger Than Me.” We dive into...

Send us Fan Mail With  Special Guest Co-Host Leah Wyatt & Coach Lauren Episode Description In the world of running, HYROX, and endurance sports, we spend a lot of time talking about training plans, workouts, nutrition, recovery, and race day strategies. But what about the people who help make it all possible? This week on The Performance Lab, James is joined by Coach Lauren and special guest c...

Send us Fan Mail 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 Lab, James is joined by Rocky and Coach Lauren to break down the mental side of performance and why adversity often becomes the greatest catalyst for growt...

Send us Fan Mail 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 comfort zone, strategically. This episode dives into the difference between hard training and reckless training, why easy runs still matter, and how...

Send us Fan Mail 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 training with purpose. We dive into the mindset shift that changes everything: training in phases, building with intention, focusing on long-term growth, a...

Send us Fan Mail 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 journey, the wins that mattered most, and the losses that taught the biggest lessons. Coach James opens up about what fuels his passion, how his mot...

Send us Fan Mail 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 season comes around. From structuring your next training block to identifying whether you need more speed or strength, this episode is all about turning you...

Send us Fan Mail 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 roadmap to real progress heading into your next race season. Support the show Become a member and support the show: https://patreon.com/Runni...

Send us Fan Mail 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? In this episode, we kick off our Off-Season Blueprint series by diving into the most overlooked phase of growth: assessment. We break down the biggest blind spots that hold athlete...

Send us Fan Mail 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 what it really takes to pursue performance while living a full life. We go beyond workouts and race results and dive into the conversations athl...

Send us Fan Mail 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 weekend—where the races are already underway and the atmosphere is electric. We break down what we’re seeing on the floor as judges and spectators, from athlete strategy and standout performances to the small details that are making a big differ...

Send us Fan Mail 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 mindset, and show up ready to perform. In this episode, we cover: • How to approach race week training (and what NOT to do) • Why you don’t get fitte...

Send us Fan Mail 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 your race. From pacing the 8 runs to managing the workout stations, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you avoid early mistakes and finish...

Send us Fan Mail 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 strategy behind each station, we dive into what HYROX is, why it’s attracting athletes from all backgrounds, and how you can train and compete at your best....

Send us Fan Mail 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 explore what it really means to push your limits without losing yourself in the process. Terry shares the philosophy behind his book Life in Rhythm and...

Send us Fan Mail 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 the HYROX-specific market, what does this mean for race day strategy? Is a dedicated HYROX shoe necessary? And how should athletes think about choosing...

Send us Fan Mail 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 moments that separate the novice from the great. In Part 4 of Coach’s Clipboard, we break down why 80/20 only works if you respect the 20% — the intensity that sharpens you, expose...

Send us Fan Mail 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 good on Strava. We break down: •Why “going easy all the time” can stall progress •How to assign a goal to every effort •The danger of vanity runs and chasi...

Send us Fan Mail 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 intensity to skipping recovery and chasing fatigue, this episode breaks down why “more” often leads to stalled progress, injury, and burnout. You’ll hear real coaching conv...

Send us Fan Mail 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 syndrome—what it really is, why it shows up when you’re leveling up, and why feeling unready is often the clearest sign that you’re growing. Drawing from r...