The Sport Fuels Life Podcast

James "The Iron Cowboy" Lawrence: Triathlon Record Holder Explains How Failure is “An Opportunity to Succeed”

James "The Iron Cowboy" Lawrence:  Triathlon Record Holder Explains How Failure is “An Opportunity to Succeed”

Join us as we talk with James Lawrence, a.k.a. the “Iron Cowboy”, a Canadian native (now living in Utah) who is most famous for his triathlon records. In 2015, he set the world record for the most Ironman distance triathlons completed in one year in 50 states over 50 days.  Then, in 2021, he followed up his own record with “Conquer 100;” he completed 100 consecutive Ironman length triathlons with his family being a key part of his journey and travel party.

We also like the fact that he had the “courage to suck” without caring what other people thought.  It seems his wife signed him up for a four-mile fun run on Thanksgiving one year.  He didn’t want to do it at first, but he did it anyway because he couldn’t bear the thought of wasting money on the registration.  He stuck with it and accomplished some incredible undertakings in the sport!  He hated running and still does.

Now he has a book, The Iron Cowboy, and his own company, with his daughter as the CEO.  In his story, he embraces the perspective that failure is not possible, only an opportunity to succeed.

Listen to our podcast to hear the full story!

Unstoppable: Zion Clark’s Story – Conquering Challenges with Grit and Perseverance

Tune into the podcast to dive into the extraordinary life of Zion Clark. From being born without legs to becoming a successful wrestler and motivational speaker & taking on the America’s Got Talent stage. His journey of constantly overcoming adversity while remaining confident and graceful throughout the process will leave you in awe. Zion shares his journey and offers advice for anyone trying to overcome obstacles on their road to reaching their dreams.

The Inevitable Ups & Downs of being an Athlete - Scott & Megan

Join our SFL hosts for a truly essential episode in which they dive into the importance of maintaining a strong mentality in the face of adversity. As an athlete, there are inevitable obstacles that you will face, whether it’s a scrape to the knee or a serious injury. Scott & Megan inspire you to keep a positive attitude along the journey and allow yourself to still feel involved in your team even when you’re off the field due to injury. Tune in to get more tips from our amazing hosts and really understand how team mentality transcends sports.

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Getting Knocked Down and Getting Up Stronger - Chris Norton

Join us for an inspiring episode as we welcome Chris Norton, a beacon of resilience and determination. After suffering a life-altering spinal cord injury on the football field, Chris was given only a 3% chance to ever move again.  That prognosis did not account for his relentless hard work, unwavering spirit, and positive attitude. Tune in to learn more about how his remarkable journey and experiences continue to touch lives of people all over the world.

SFL Podcast Hosts Truly Soar

Sport Fuels Life sparks inspiration and builds community through the shared journey of athletic triumphs and personal growth. This year our Sport Fuels Life podcast will celebrate its third year of content.  The start of a new year is the perfect time to reintroduce our hosts and share the why behind this movement for new listeners or even veterans who might need a reminder on the power of sports. 

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