Episode 462 - James Sawyer: Minimalist Mindset, Family Motivation & The Final Days Before Delirious West

In his final pre-race check-in, James Sawyer brings his signature low-fuss, high-heart approach to the mic as he prepares to line up for the Delirious West 200-miler. From night runs with his brother to a back-to-back weekend of endurance capped off by a 25K mental health fundraiser walk, James shares how he’s gotten his mental game right—even if he still feels like he’s “not done enough.”

 

With a minimalist gear strategy, a no-nonsense approach to planning, and his whole family rallying behind him, James is ready to embrace whatever the trail throws at him. From packing chip sandwiches and Baba’s spaghetti to explaining his simple mantra—“just get it done”—this episode is full of charm, honesty, and ultra mindset magic.

 

Key Highlights:

•Weekend warrior: night run + fundraiser walk + early trail session

•His brother joins as a night pacer (with bonus responsibility: “don’t get us lost”)

•Crew strategy with Corey, sleep planning, and a very casual approach to watches & data

•Food prep: chips, white rolls, LCM bars & the legendary Baba’s spaghetti

•Keeping it simple: identical race outfits, minimalist gear, and loads of heart

•A reminder that you don’t have to be elite to do extraordinary things

 

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