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S3 Ep200: James Gwinett: Ready, Set, Life
S3 Ep200: James Gwinett: Ready, Set, Life
S3 Ep200: James Gwinett: Ready, Set, Life
Monday 20th January 2025
James Gwinett shares his journey from depression and heavy drinking to becoming a sober endurance athlete, author, and new dad.
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Episode Overview
- James Gwinett shares his journey from rugby player to sober endurance athlete.
- Discusses overcoming depression after a career-ending injury.
- Emphasises the importance of daily routines for mental fitness.
- Highlights the power of small actions in building resilience.
- Talks about fatherhood and its impact on his sobriety.
You don't have to run an ultramarathon, but I do believe that every single day we should do something that makes us more comfortable.
This episode of Over The Influence brings the inspiring story of James Gwinett, a man who turned his life around after a serious neck injury ended his semi-professional rugby career. Hosts Sharon Hartley and Ben Anderson welcome James, who shares his journey from the depths of depression and heavy drinking to becoming a sober endurance athlete, author, and new dad.
James opens up about how hitting rock bottom in a dingy hotel room with an empty bottle of Jack Daniels was the wake-up call he needed. He decided to channel his energy into running, starting with marathons and progressing to ultra-marathons, including a grueling 145-mile race from London to Bristol. Through discipline and routine, James found a new purpose in life, rediscovering his mental and physical fitness.
He emphasises that you don't need to run ultra-marathons to build mental resilience; even small daily actions like dancing in the supermarket aisle or saying hello to a stranger can make a big difference. James's story is a testament to the power of sobriety and the incredible transformations that can happen when you decide to make a change. Tune in for an uplifting and motivational conversation that might just inspire you to take that first step towards a better life.