Bigger Than Me: Running, Purpose & Community ft. Christian Rhodes

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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:

• His journey into ultramarathons and Ironman racing
• The purpose that fuels his training and business
• Why helping people is about more than finding the right shoe
• Building community through running
• Lessons learned from pushing physical and mental limits
• The impact a local run specialty store can have on an athlete’s journey

Plus, we check out some of the latest performance footwear from PUMA and talk about what’s new, what’s exciting, and what runners should have on their radar.

Whether you’re chasing a PR, training for your first race, or looking for a little inspiration, this episode is a reminder that the miles we run can be about something much bigger than ourselves.

Run hard. Serve others. Think bigger than

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